Early Head Start–Home-Based Option (EHS-HBO) Model Intensity and Length

Early Head Start–Home-based option programs provide at least 1 home visit per week per family (with a minimum of 46 home visits per year) lasting for a minimum of 90 minutes each. They also provide a minimum of 2 group socialization activities per month for children and their families (with a minimum of 22 group socialization activities each year).

Early Head Start–Home-based option services are provided to eligible pregnant women and families with children from birth until the child’s third birthday.