Grants for preventing child abuse and neglect

Grants provided for the strengthening of families, with the intent of preventing child abuse and neglect, may include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Programs for families to increase the family unit's capability to create a healthy environment in which each member may develop to the member's fullest potential; (2) Programs for parents to increase their ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children; (3) Programs for children to increase their ability to form healthy relationships, and to avoid and cope with dangerous situations; (4) Training and education for professionals, including making information about the problems of child abuse and neglect available to agencies dealing with these problems; (5) General community education to increase the community's awareness of the needs of families and children, and of the issues of child abuse and neglect and its prevention; and (6) Research, evaluation, and advocacy activities related to the prevention of child abuse and neglect.