Visita domiciliar como estratégia de proteção à criança: reflexões sobre o Programa Criança Feliz

Abstract

The Criança Feliz Program is a public policy aimed at child development, using home visits as a tool to promote the protection and development of children in vulnerable situations. This study aimed to analyze home visits within the context of the Criança Feliz Program as a strategy for child protection and development. A documentary research was conducted, covering data from January to June 2024, extracted from government sources and official reports on the program’s implementation in the State. The results reveal variations in the program’s execution among different municipalities, with small municipalities facing logistical and infrastructure challenges. Regions such as Alto Sertão and Serrana dos Quilombos stand out for their low population density and access difficulties. In urban areas like Maceió, however, the program shows greater efficiency due to more robust infrastructure and sectoral integration. The analysis highlighted the importance of strategies adapted to regional particularities, the need for continuous training of the visitors, and the use of technologies to optimize fieldwork. Work overload and insufficient intersectoral integration were identified as barriers to the program’s effectiveness. It is concluded that to strengthen the program, it is essential to implement more flexible management, promoting effective collaboration between sectors and ensuring child development and protection in contexts of vulnerability.