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The Maternity Group Home (MGH) program is committed to offering pregnant and/or parenting youth and young adults, ages 16 to under 22 who are runaway or experiencing homelessness, safe, stable, and appropriate shelter. It also extends to their dependent children, with a duration of stay up to 18 months, extendable to 21 months under special circumstances. The program emphasizes the importance of tailoring services to meet the needs and ensure the safety of the dependent children, including maintaining facility safety standards suitable for infants and children. MGH services encompass a wide array of support, from parenting skills, child development, family budgeting, to health and nutrition education, in addition to what’s already offered under the Transitional Living Program. These services are integrated with the shelter to promote long-term economic independence and overall well-being for young families.