Published October 23, 2025
The Nurturing Families program at L+M Hospital received the Losos Prize for Innovation from Parents as Teachers, the largest evidence-based early childhood home visiting program in the U.S. L+M's team is one of only two organizations worldwide to receive the 2025 award.
The honor recognizes Parents as Teachers affiliates displaying outstanding innovation and impact in service to their community. Only Blue Ribbon or Model affiliates – designations earned through achievement of high implementation standards – are eligible for the award, and applications must demonstrate inventive solutions to community or caregiver needs or to program systems.
"We are deeply grateful and honored to receive the Losos Prize for Innovation," said program supervisor Laura Cotto. "It is a testament to the passion and dedication we bring to our program and families each day."
The Nurturing Families program frequently collaborates across multiple departments to ensure comprehensive care for the families enrolled in its services.
The Losos Award was presented at the 2025 Parents as Teachers International Conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in mid-October.
