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The Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County Inc.
561-616-1222
The organization’s overall vision is to strengthen the family structure. They offer various types of counseling including programs for victims of abuse or violence, substance abuse problems and individual and family counseling.
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The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida
(850) 921-4494
One of the resources offered is parent support groups. These groups are broken down by area of the state (http://www.ounce.org/circlegroupsmap.html) and offer various types of parental support.
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CHILD, Inc.
(302) 762-8989
CHILD, Inc. offers free parental support classes, including Parenting Birth to Three; Children Come Without Instructions (basic course); Teens Come Without Instructions; Dad’s Parenting Class; and classes for Spanish speaking populations. There is also a family resource center which offers a variety of family focused programs and services including: after school youth programs, tutoring, literacy, parent education, specialized counseling for victims/children involved in domestic violence, food clubs, recreational activities, and other community based services.
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Children and Families First
800-220-3092
The Positive Parenting program includes the Strengthening Families Program, a research-based family skills training program for parents and their children; and functional family therapy, where trained therapists and case managers work with teens and their families to address these issues and improve their relationships.
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CTparenting.com
The website provides information on fully researched local and national websites that provide clarity and support on all things parenting. Topics include talking to kids about drugs and alcohol, parents’ guide to Facebook, puberty, child safety, etc.
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North Central Parenting Group
NCPG offers biweekly classes on effective parenting skills. They also provide a forum for parents to share ideas and gain lifelong friendships.
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CPLC Parenting Arizona
(602) 248-0428 x221
CPLC Parenting Arizona provides family support services statewide through various programs and services including parent education classes, family resource centers and parent aide services.
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Connecticut Family Support Network
1-877-FSN-2DAY (376-2329)
Provides support for families raising children with disabilities and special health care needs in the way of direct 1:1 support, support groups, email list serves, educational and training workshops.
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Northwest Arkansas Community Parent Resource Center
(479) 927-4100
Advocacy, activities, online training, videos and podcasts for parents of children with disabilities ages birth through 26.
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Center for the Improvement of Child Caring
(818) 358-4858
Seminars, skill-building programs, books and videos.
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First 5 California
916-263-1050
First 5 California is dedicated to improving the lives of California’s young children and their families through a comprehensive system of education, health services, childcare, and other crucial programs. Since its creation, First 5 California has brought these critical services to millions of parents, caregivers, and children ages 0 to 5, and is striving to reach thousands more every day. New parents, grandparents, and caregivers may obtain a kit full of information and tips. It is free and available in six different languages (English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, and Vietnamese). The websites parenting section includes a health, learning, and activity centers, links to services and support, and videos and downloads.
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Relationship Skills Center
916-362-1900
Flourishing families program for couples and singles.
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Bright Beginnings
303-433-6200
Offers parents support for their children’s physical, emotional, and intellectual development during the critical first three years of life. The programs consist of home or group visits that provide parents with proper materials, education and support to engage their children early and start them on the path toward future success. Programs are from prenatal to age 3.
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Families First
1-800-CHILDREN (244-5373)
Families First runs the Circles of Parents group which is a parent-direct support group; parent education classes; parenting support hotline.
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Alabama Parent Education Center
334-567-2252 or toll-free in Alabama: 866-532-7660
APEC provides services and supports to assist families, particularly those underserved including minority, low-income, and those with children with disabilities. APEC provides parents with training, information, and support to help them become meaningful participants in their children's education and lives. Programs include a youth transition project, school improvement services, imagination library, cooperative parenting, special families, and dedicated dads.
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Washington Health Plan Finder
1-855-923-4633
Directory to help find free or affordable health care
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Washington Apple Health for Kids
1-800-562-3022
Health insurance plan for low income children who do not qualify for Medicaid;
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Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
1-877-WVA-CHIP (982-2447)
Helps working families who do not have health insurance for their children
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