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Join native or basic Japanese speaking families with children under 5 years to play, sing, and socialize.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandparent, Mother, Playgroup, Preschool, School Readiness, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

We are so excited to announce the start of our Vancouver Washington FASt Friends Support group on March 28th 2020. We need your feedback on what you would like to see in your group and would like to update you on the time and location once we get that nailed down. Let us know you’re interested by clicking the I’M INTERESTED button. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers. There is no fee to attend.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby, FAS, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Post-Adoption, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn is an organized playgroup open to all children ages 0-5 with their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family and friends who take care of them. Group follows the school district calendar September - May(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Toddler, )

For Stay-at-Home Dads It's FREE! All dads are welcome, regardless of your age, your baby's/child's age, sexual orientation, race, religion, etc. At-home dads kinda have to be an easygoing, flexible, supportive and adaptable bunch, and as such, so is our Meetup group. Everybody's input is valid and appreciated, and it's very important that all approaches to parenting are respected, as well. Whether it's your family's choice or a circumstantial thing, we're all going through the same motions as the lead parent.(Keywords: Father, Playgroup, Support, )

Adult Day Center 4 hr program Cultural Enrichment for Elders - will put on a program at your Elder facility Respite for Caregivers - workshops for family care givers Education for Professionals Home of Spirit-Centered Care Our program provides a safe place for you to make the changes you want in your life.(Keywords: Daycare, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Respite, )

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn is an organized playgroup open to all children ages 0-5 with their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family and friends who take care of them. Group follows the school district calendar September - May(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Preschool, School Readiness, Teen, )

A support group for parents and caregivers of children who are significantly impacted with autism. In this unique support group participants will share stories and support one another; address emotional needs and concerns; and provide an opportunity to build community.(Keywords: Autism, Counseling, Education, Father, Mother, Special Needs, Support, )

Anger Class Online offers anger management classes online that can be taken anywhere, anytime, from any location!. This is an online program that can be taken from a home or office desktop or laptop computer with Internet access from Kitsap County - Washington.(Keywords: Anger management, Father, Mental Health, Mother, Step Parent, Stress, )

Anger Class Online offers anger management classes online that can be taken anywhere, anytime, from any location!. This is an online program that can be taken from a home or office desktop or laptop computer with Internet access from Kitsap County - Washington.(Keywords: Anger management, Father, Mental Health, Mother, Step Parent, Stress, )

Anger Class Online offers anger management classes online that can be taken anywhere, anytime, from any location!. This is an online program that can be taken from a home or office desktop or laptop computer with Internet access from Kitsap County - Washington.(Keywords: Anger management, Father, Mental Health, Mother, Step Parent, Stress, )

Anger Class Online offers anger management classes online that can be taken anywhere, anytime, from any location! This is an online program that can be taken from a home or office desktop or laptop computer with Internet access from Kitsap County - Washington.(Keywords: Anger management, Father, Mental Health, Mother, Step Parent, Stress, )

Reduce conflict and communicate better with family, friends, and co-workers. Learn to examine your emotions, how you choose to deal with anger, communication with others and resolve conflict. Identify the consequences of choices and learn to make choices that are more appropriate. (Keywords: Anger management, Depression, Education, Father, Health, Mental Health, Mother, Support, )

Advocacy/support services for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages. Services include; monthly parent support group, educational advocacy, grant money; assistance in accessing government services.(Keywords: Autism, Counseling, Father, Housing, Special Needs, Support, )

Kinship care, support program, information and assistance; home delivered meals; case managers; family care givers/training for family care givers; short term in home care; COPES in-home care; information & referral.(Keywords: Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

Resources and Services for families in need. WIC, in-person support, emergency food, housing help, spanish speaking. (Keywords: Basic Needs, Breastfeeding, Clothing, Diapers, Domestic Violence, DSHS, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mother, Nursing, Public Health, Spanish, Support, )

Mental health counseling; tutoring; anger management classes; support groups; positive recreational activities for teens; multicultural identity issues, kinship group, citizenship classes, english classes, parenting classes(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management, Basic Needs, Clothing, Diapers, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Latino, Mental Health, Playgroup, Support, )

Our four primary service areas are Early Learning, Youth Development, Family Support, and Counseling Services. This includes court approved parenting classes, support groups, baby resources and CPR/First Aid classes. All Atlantic Street Center services are free to participants. Currently updated by JazmynS@atlanticstreet.org Parenting support groups, Incredible Years,(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Abuse, Adoption, Baby, Basic Needs, Breastfeeding, Clothing, Counseling, Child Protective Services, Diapers, Domestic Violence, DSHS, Early Learning, Education, Father, Food, Foster Care, Fun, Gay, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, Mother, Support, Teen, )

Set your baby and dog up for safe co-existence. Learn how to identify risks, manage inevitable slip-ups, and supervise through educated eyes. Individual classes in your home or a family can host a seminar in their home. (No dogs in seminar) Education, guidance, and support on babies and dogs is available in the comfort of your own home. A spin-off of this education is available in a seminar form in varying locations. Children can be present. Multiple dogs per family ok. Edmonds, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle, Bothell.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mother, )

Set your baby and dog up for safe co-existence. Learn how to identify risks, manage inevitable slip-ups, and supervise through educated eyes. Individual classes in your home or a family can host a seminar in their home. (No dogs in seminar) Education, guidance, and support on babies and dogs is available in the comfort of your own home. A spin-off of this education is available in a seminar form in varying locations. Children can be present. Multiple dogs per family ok. Edmonds, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle, Bothell.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mother, )

Set your baby and dog up for safe co-existence. Learn how to identify risks, manage inevitable slip-ups, and supervise through educated eyes. Individual classes in your home or a family can host a seminar in their home. (No dogs in seminar) Education, guidance, and support on babies and dogs is available in the comfort of your own home. A spin-off of this education is available in a seminar form in varying locations. Children can be present. Multiple dogs per family ok. Edmonds, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle, Bothell.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mother, )

Set your baby and dog up for safe co-existence. Learn how to identify risks, manage inevitable slip-ups, and supervise through educated eyes. Individual classes in your home or a family can host a seminar in their home. (No dogs in seminar) Education, guidance, and support on babies and dogs is available in the comfort of your own home. A spin-off of this education is available in a seminar form in varying locations. Children can be present. Multiple dogs per family ok. Edmonds, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle, Bothell.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mother, )

Set your baby and dog up for safe co-existence. Learn how to identify risks, manage inevitable slip-ups, and supervise through educated eyes. Individual classes in your home or a family can host a seminar in their home. (No dogs in seminar) Education, guidance, and support on babies and dogs is available in the comfort of your own home. A spin-off of this education is available in a seminar form in varying locations. Children can be present. Multiple dogs per family ok. Edmonds, Lynnwood, Everett, North Seattle, Bothell.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mother, )

Infant Toddler Early Intervention Program(Keywords: Baby, DSHS, Early Learning, Education, Father, Home Visit, School Readiness, Support, Toddler, )

Support groups for parents and older babies (5-12 months). Meet weekly to share parenting highs and lows, sing songs, and discuss parenting options. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Early Learning, Father, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Postpartum, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

Parent and preschool education. This is a unique, hands-on experience for parent and child.(Keywords: Childcare, Education, Father, Grandparent, Mother, Playgroup, Preschool, School, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

Senior services; Meals-on-Wheels; events; activities; disabilities.(Keywords: Disability, Food, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

The mission of Benton Franklin Community Action Committee is to empower families and individuals to improve their quality of life through the promotion of greater self-sufficiency. (Keywords: Basic Needs, Childcare, Clothing, Counseling, Disability, Early Learning, Education, Father, Food, Grandparent, Health, Housing, Infant, Latino, Mental Health, Mother, Spanish, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

As a worldwide and community leader in adoption and family services, we know that a child\'s best chance to thrive is as part of a safe, loving, forever family. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Counseling, Father, Foster Care, Infant, Mother, Toddler, )

MY MISSION IS TO HELP EVERY KID GROW UP TO BE A WHOLE AND HEALTHY ADULT BY TEACHING THE GROWNUPS WHO LOVE AND CARE FOR THEM HOW TO OPENLY AND CONFIDENTLY TALK ABOUT SEXUALITY. Offers parent classes, online classes, professional workshops, and one-on-one coaching(Keywords: Abuse, Counseling, Early Learning, Education, Father, Mother, School, Step Parent, Teen, Toddler, )

Two-day workshop for pregnant couples and new parents. Discover how to stay connected with your partner, interact with your baby, keep both parents involved, deal with conflict in a positive way and create a caring, nurturing home.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Childbirth, Depression, Father, Gay, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Nursing, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Respite, Stress, )

Through discussion, lectures, videos and mutual support, parents can build on existing strengths, learn more effective communication, find self-care & stress-reduction strategies, explore the role of temperament, review developmental stages, learn how environment affects development and behavior, learn positive discipline strategies, develop logical consequences, explore how to manage work and family time, review home safety, plus special topics and more!(Keywords: Father, Grandparent, Step Parent, Stress, Support, )

Meals-on-Wheels; transportation services; case management; COPES.(Keywords: Disability, Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, )

Counseling, play groups, father groups, mother support groups, music time, mentor program, new parents, pregnancy schedule https://www.catholiccharitiesspokane.org/monthly-activity-calendar(Keywords: Baby, Counseling, Depression, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Home Visit, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Toddler, )

Founded in 2003, Cares of Washington (Cares) provides high quality services to individuals living with disabilities and low incomes in the Puget Sound Region. We help employees with disabilities and low incomes to become self-sufficient; to contribute to the community through volunteering, working, and building lifelong connections. They benefit from increased independence and improved quality of life. We help employers increase their staff retention and stability. Cares serves adults with disabilities, as well as low- and very-low-income individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, or who face barriers to their continued employment.(Keywords: Autism, Disability, Father, Grandparent, Mother, Public Health, Support, )

Founded in 2003, Cares of Washington (Cares) provides high quality services to individuals living with disabilities and low incomes in the Puget Sound Region. We help employees with disabilities and low incomes to become self-sufficient; to contribute to the community through volunteering, working, and building lifelong connections. They benefit from increased independence and improved quality of life. We help employers increase their staff retention and stability. Cares serves adults with disabilities, as well as low- and very-low-income individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, or who face barriers to their continued employment.(Keywords: Autism, Disability, Father, Grandparent, Mother, Public Health, Support, )

Founded in 2003, Cares of Washington (Cares) provides high quality services to individuals living with disabilities and low incomes in the Puget Sound Region. We help employees with disabilities and low incomes to become self-sufficient; to contribute to the community through volunteering, working, and building lifelong connections. They benefit from increased independence and improved quality of life. We help employers increase their staff retention and stability. Cares serves adults with disabilities, as well as low- and very-low-income individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, or who face barriers to their continued employment.(Keywords: Autism, Disability, Father, Grandparent, Mother, Public Health, Support, )

Community mental health programs; foster parent/home licenser; specialized treatment, residential/CHAP for children, parenting classes, kinship/grandparent support, Wrap-around teams, parent coaching, housing, basic needs(Keywords: Adoption, Anger management, Basic Needs, Counseling, Father, Food, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Home Visit, Latino, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, Relative, Spanish, Special Needs, Step Parent, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Shelters and Homeless Services; Transitional and Permanent Housing; Adoption Services; Foster Care; Child Care; Youth Tudoring; Mental Health Services; Home Care and Transportation Services for Seniors and People with Disabilities (Keywords: Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, Support, )

Counseling/mental health; disability; family;parenting education; child care resource & referral; parent support; and senior & youth services.(Keywords: Baby, Basic Needs, Childcare, Counseling, Daycare, Disability, Early Learning, Father, Grandparent, Infant, Latino, Mental Health, Mother, Stress, Support, )

The Changes Parent Support Network provides support,education,and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families, based on peer support.(Keywords: ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Education, FAS, Father, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, School, Special Needs, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The CHANGES Parent Support Network provides support, education and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families based on peer support. Parent groups meet weekly, are entirely confidential, and funded by voluntary donations.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Respite, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The Changes Parent Support Network provides support,education,and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families, based on peer support.(Keywords: ADHD, Anger management, Education, Father, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Respite, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The Changes Parent Support Network provides support,education,and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families, based on peer support.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, School, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The CHANGES Parent Support Network provides support, education and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families based on peer support. Parent groups meet weekly, are entirely confidential, and funded by voluntary donations.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The Changes Parent Support Network provides support, education, and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors, and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families, based on peer support. Parent groups meet weekly, are entirely confidential, and funded by voluntary donations.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, School, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The Changes Parent Support Network provides support,education,and service to communities and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families, based on peer support.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, School, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

The CHANGES Parent Support Network provides support, education and service to communites and parents struggling with issues surrounding truancy, drug use, illegal activities, aggressive and/or addictive behaviors and attempted suicide by adolescent children. The ChangeInsight Program is an active process of behavior change and emotional growth for parents and their families based on peer support. Parent groups meet weekly, are entirely confidential, and funded by voluntary donations.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, School, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, )

Often domestic violence is accompanied by abuse of drugs and alcohol. But treating one does not treat the other. We offer this program to address both issues at the same time and in one place.(Keywords: Abuse, Counseling, Domestic Violence, Father, )

Psychotherapeutic counseling for children and families who have children in crisis. Brief assessments are provided with referrals. For more thorough assessments made when needed(Keywords: Anger management, Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father, Mental Health, Stress, )

Aida Juarez, Vianey Rodriguez, and Magdalena Naiknimbalker, RN (Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Father, Infant, Latino, Mother, Pregnancy, Public Health, Spanish, )

Aida Juarez, Vianey Rodriguez, and Magdalena Naiknimbalker, RN (Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Father, Infant, Latino, Mother, Nursing, Pregnancy, Spanish, )

Designed to help parents focus on the needs of their children during and after divorce and separation.(Keywords: Divorce, Father, Support, )

CHSW's Spokane location brings together children and families for a variety of programs that work to strengthen relationships through support programs and counseling, as well as provide parents with the tools they need to assist in the development of their young children.(Keywords: Baby, Counseling, Child Protective Services, Early Learning, Education, Father, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

A group of dads in the Snoqualmie Valley who meet to talk about being a positive role model for their children & families. The focus is creating and maintaining powerful bonds with their children.(Keywords: Father, Support, )

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together. Groups are free and open to children and adults of all abilities.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Education, Father, Fun, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Postpartum, Preschool, Special Needs, Step Parent, Toddler, )

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create, and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together. Groups are free and open to children and adults of all abilities. No need to register, just come on by. (Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Latino, Mother, Playgroup, Relative, School Readiness, Spanish, Step Parent, Support, Toddler, )

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create, and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together. Groups are free and open to children and adults of all abilities. No need to register, just come on by. (Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Latino, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, School Readiness, Spanish, Step Parent, Support, Toddler, )

Parents, caregivers, and children are invited to come play, create, and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Preschool, School Readiness, Support, Toddler, )

Parents, caregivers, and children are invited to come play, create and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Education, Father, Fun, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Toddler, )

Presented by Childstrive Circle of Security Discover your child\'s circle of security and what you can do to encourage their exploration by: Examining everyday activities that you can do with your toddler and/or young child to increase their sense of security and self-confidence Exploring the right balance between encouraging exploration and setting limits with your toddler and/or young child ***This class starts on July 18th, and continues each Thursday through September 5th, it is an 8 week long class*** EVERY CLASS PARTICIPANT RECEIVES A GIFT Children\'s Program, transportation and meal provided based on space availability.(Keywords: Father, Mother, Toddler, )

Join us for the Circle of SecurityTM Parenting series, an award-winning program designed to enhance close relationships between parents and children. Circle of SecurityTM will teach you the skills you need to read your child’s signals, so you can be a more perceptive, responsive and effective parent during those formative first years of life.(Keywords: Baby, Childcare, Early Learning, Father, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Postpartum, Stress, Support, )

an adult-education learning program called College of Hope that focuses on life skills in four areas: family life, economic well-being, health and wellness, and housing expertise(Keywords: Education, Father, Food, Health, Housing, Mother, Public Health, Spanish, )

Story time, sensory bins, block building and snack time. STEM focus. Families, relatives, and friends can bring a child from ages 0-5 to play and learn together. Park on the street, and enter through the double glass doors facing Broadway.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Relative, School Readiness, Step Parent, Support, Toddler, )

Communities In Schools site coordinators work with at-risk students, families, and schools, to provide students with the resources they need to stay in school. These include academic support such as tutoring or mentoring, physical and mental health care, basic needs like food and clothing, life skills, and college and career preparation—all offered right at the school.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Adoption, Basic Needs, Clothing, Counseling, Education, Father, Food, Foster Care, Fun, Health, Housing, Latino, Mental Health, Mother, Post-Adoption, School, School Readiness, Special Needs, Support, Teen, )

In partnership with MultiCare Good Samaritan Family Support Center, we offer free parenting classes to increase healthy behaviors and family engagement.(Keywords: Early Learning, Education, Father, Mother, School, Toddler, )

For seniors; functionally disabled; abused, neglected, exploited & abandoned vulnerable adults. Provide functional & nursing assessments; residential care case management.(Keywords: Abuse, Disability, DSHS, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

More than just basic baby care, this class offers men the insight into preparing for those precious first few months of baby\'s life. This 2 1/2 hour program provides \"hands on\" overview of baby\'s basic needs, the \"things every parent needs to know\" and how to build a solid relationship with your child from the very first day. Taught by dads, scholarship available on request. (Keywords: Baby, Education, Father, Infant, Pregnancy, )

Identify your baby\'s basic needs and how to meet them, Learn new skills for you new role as \"dad,\" Build a solid and healthy relationship with your baby, Define and develop your own fathering style, Enjoying a fun and inspiring with other new dads! (Keywords: Baby, Childbirth, Diapers, Father, Grandfather, Infant, Pregnancy, Support, )

This class is for expectant and new dads only. The Conscious Fathering course empowers new fathers with practical, hands-on skills that they can immediately use to help bond and care for their new baby. Dads will learn about their newborn baby\\\'s 5 basic needs and how to anticipate meeting the needs of their new baby. This class helps new fathers build a partnership with mom in helping care for and nurture their children from the very first day. Taught by men for men to allow for a unique experience related to skill development and building a frame for how you want to father. Registration is per person.(Keywords: Baby, Father, )

This class is for expectant and new dads only. The Conscious Fathering course empowers new fathers with practical, hands-on skills that they can immediately use to help bond and care for their new baby. Dads will learn about their newborn baby's 5 basic needs and how to anticipate meeting the needs of their new baby. This class helps new fathers build a partnership with mom in helping care for and nurture their children from the very first day. Taught by men for men to allow for a unique experience related to skill development and building a frame for how you want to father. Registration is per person.(Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Father, Nursing, )

This class is for expectant and new dads only. The Conscious Fathering course empowers new fathers with practical, hands-on skills that they can immediately use to help bond and care for their new baby. Dads will learn about their newborn baby\'s 5 basic needs and how to anticipate meeting the needs of their new baby. This class helps new fathers build a partnership with mom in helping care for and nurture their children from the very first day. Taught by men for men to allow for a unique experience related to skill development and building a frame for how you want to father. Registration is per person.(Keywords: Father)

seminars, video classes, weekly series, one-on-one, some court approved for parents with all ages of chidren. (Keywords: Education, Father, Grandparent, Stress, )

This four hour seminar is designed to offer information to parents or caregivers regarding methods for supporting children when parents live separately. The class will focus on the best interests of the children and how parents can facilitate as smooth a transition as possible.(Keywords: Divorce, Father, Relative, Step Parent, Stress, )

This 4 hour seminar is designed to offer information to parents and caregivers regarding methods for supporting children when parents live separately. The class will focus on the best interests of the children and how parents can facilitate as smooth a transition as possible.(Keywords: Divorce, Father, Relative, Step Parent, Stress, )

This 4 hour seminar provides information to parents and caregivers regarding methods for supporting children when parents live separately. The class will focus on the best interests of children and how parents can facilitate as smooth a transition as possible.(Keywords: Father, Relative, Step Parent, Stress, )

This 4 hour seminar provides This 4 hour seminar is designed to offer information to parents or caregivers regarding methods for supporting children when parents live separatly. The class will focus on the best interests of the ... This 4 hour seminar is designed to offer information to parents or caregivers regarding methods for supporting children when parents live separatly. The class will focus on the best interests of the children and how parents can facilitate as smooth a transition as po(Keywords: Father, Relative, Step Parent, Stress, )

This four hour seminar is designed to provide information to parents and caregivers undergoing a divorce, paternity action, or parenting plan modification. The class will focus on the best interests of children and how parents can facilitate as smooth a transition as possible.(Keywords: Divorce, Father, Legal, Mother, Relative, Step Parent, )

Therapy and developmental support for young children and their families. Cooper House offers clinical and consultation services, as well as the \"Fussy Baby Network.\"(Keywords: Autism, Baby, Early Learning, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mother, Special Needs, Support, Toddler, )

Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9 Class for dads to take with their toddlers (Keywords: Father, Fun, Toddler, )

For babies who hate it (and those who don’t)! Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Fun, Infant, )

What does your child need from you? Guidance, protection—and your love! At our DAD Project workshops you’ll learn: • Your baby’s development. • How you’re doing as a parent. • What tummy time is and why it’s important. • Your baby’s strengths. • What to do when your baby is fussy. • Breastfeeding support. Saturdays, 1-3 p.m.—Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23(Keywords: Baby, Father, Fun, Infant, Support, )

We also have a special group just for dads and toddlers that meets on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month September through June. This play and learn group is designed especially for the dads and men in a child’s life to meet up and have the opportunity to play and learn together twice a month. Discover the importance of being a positive male role model for your toddler, and have fun doing it!(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Anger management, Father, Home Visit, Mother, School Readiness, Special Needs, Step Parent, Stress, Support, Teen, )

Tacoma Support Group Meeting When: 2nd Thursdays, 6pm – 8pm Where: Children’s Museum of Tacoma Welcome back! Our monthly support group meeting resumes tonight with our friends and families joining forces with Exceptional Families. See you soon. Parking is free on street after 6pm, adjacent lot is $6 (or free in marked museum spaces with museum member parking pass) Registration is required for childcare – www.exceptionalfamilies.org/sfps-tacoma.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Adoption, Anger management, Autism, Depression, Disability, Father, Foster Care, Fun, Grandfather, Infant, Mental Health, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Respite, Special Needs, Step Parent, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Encourages fathers to renew their commitment to their families. Fathers can discuss the problems and struggles they may be experiencing in trying to accomplish their action plan and find hope and encouragement to do the hard work of becoming a responsible dad. ​(Keywords: Father, Support, )

Abuse/neglect reporting for children and seniors.(Keywords: Abuse, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Teen, Toddler, )

Kinship Navigator Program helps strengthen families by helping relatives provide a safe, stable and nurturing environment for the children in their care. The Kinship Navigator Program aids kinship caregivers in understanding and navigating the system of services available for children living in their care. Spanish-speaking Navigator Assistant Laura Dow ldow@catholiccharitiescw.org 509-946-4645(Keywords: Adoption, Basic Needs, Childcare, Child Protective Services, DSHS, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Respite, Stress, Support, )

This 12 week parenting program is intended to improve the lives of children by promoting healthy father-child relationships and increasing positive male involvement. Based on the award winning curriculum "Nurturing Fathers," this program examines the roots of fathering, child development, balancing work and parenting and conflict resolution. This class is for men only. It is a full 12 week curriculum and has been consistenly accepted by Superior Court as meeting the 20 hour class requirement.(Keywords: Anger management, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Stress, Support, )

Addresses the roots of fathering: fathering sons, fathering daughters, child development, play, managing anger, resolving conflict, communication, problem solving, balancing work and fathering, dealing with feelings and identifying the father you choose to be.(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

This program is intended to improve the lives of children by promoting healthy father-child relationships and increasing positive male involvement. Based on the award winning curriculum “Nurturing Father” this program examines the roots of father, child development, balancing work and father, and conflict resolution. Cost for attendance is $250 per person and includes all program materials. An installment plan may be arranged. Scholarships and sliding fees are available. We are now offering 1 college credit for our Thurston County Dynamic Dads / MRT Parenting & Family Values classes through South Puget Sound Community College. The price for this credit is $38 per person per class. Once you sign up you can fill out the admission application and registration form paperwork. You will need to complete the class in order to receive the credit!(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, )

Bates Child Studies instructors train parents, child care employees, and caregivers on countless topics that strengthen early childhood education programs and create learning opportunities for the children in your life.(Keywords: Early Learning, Father, Mother, Toddler, )

Recreation activities for family; before/after school activities for youth; basketball/ tutor; crafts summer sports; USDA free lunch; senior center developmentally disabled program; parenting classes; youth drug prevention programs.(Keywords: Basic Needs, Disability, Father, Fun, Grandparent, Mother, Special Needs, Teen, Toddler, )

Basic needs for families, including relative caregivers; parenting classes and information.(Keywords: Basic Needs, Clothing, Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

A six week class teaches parents valuable skills in parenting their teens. Topics for the 6-week class will include: understanding yourself and your child; understanding beliefs and feelings; encouraging your child and yourself; choosing your approach; discipline that makes sense; helping children learn to cooperate.(Keywords: Education, Father, Mother, Step Parent, Support, Teen, )

Encompass provides traditional preschool and toddler programs that inspires discovery, creative expression and social problem-solving skills. We are accredited by NAEYC, offer low teacher to student ratios, family style meals, development & health screenings & social-emotional assessments. Also incorporates ECEAP. EARLY LEARNING Preschool Toddler Groups ParentChild+ Summer Camps PEDIATRIC THERAPY Birth to Three Early Intervention Clinic Therapy Services Behavioral Health FAMILY ENRICHMENT Groups Workshops and Sessions Parents’ Night Out EVENTS Calendar Autumn Gala Rise & Thrive Breakfast Take a Seat for Kids(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Abuse, Adoption, Anger management, Autism, Baby, Childcare, Counseling, Child Protective Services, Daycare, Disability, DSHS, Early Learning, Father, Foster Care, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, Home Visit, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, P, )

Certified parent educators provide regularly scheduled home visits, parent meetings, developmental, health, vision and hearing screenings and resource referral using the latest neuroscience information individualized bfor each family's needs.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Home Visit, School Readiness, )

Los padres de familia conversaran sobre: *Habilidades de comunicaci�n del padre y ni�o *Promover el �xito del estudiante en la escuela *Usar disciplina positiva *Resolver problemas y prevenci�n de la violencia *Control de enojo *Las consecuencias y las reglas del hogar(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Latino, Spanish, Stress, Support, )

Los padres de familia conversaran sobre: *Habilidades de comunicacion del padre y nino *Promover el exito del estudiante en la escuela *Usar disciplina positiva *Resolver problemas y prevencion de la violencia *Control de enojo *Las consecuencias y las reglas del hogar(Keywords: Anger management, Education, Father, Latino, Spanish, Stress, Substance Abuse, )

Parenting classes; youth intervention; playgroups; and ESL & citizenship classes. Services in Spanish & English.(Keywords: Basic Needs, Early Learning, Education, Father, Latino, Playgroup, Spanish, Teen, )

Confidential discussions of the challenges families and friends have when someone they care about is incarcerated.(Keywords: Father, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Stress, Support, )

Confidential discussions of the challenges families and friends have when someone they care about is incarcerated.(Keywords: Father, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Relative, Support, )

Ongoing Parent Education and Support Program available for parents with open cases with Vancouver Child Protective Services. Not open to the public(Keywords: Child Protective Services, Education, Father, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Neglect, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Support group with guided curriculum on parenting and ACES for parents who have been in a treatment program. May satisfy requirements as a sober support group or court ordered parenting classes. Childcare provided at no costs. Please arrive early the first time you bring children in order to fill out enrollment forms(Keywords: Father, Mental Health, Mother, Recovery, Substance Abuse, )

Program for children with disabilities and their families; weekend enrichment so parents can gain information and support; help for siblings and disabled child; Parent to Parent Support Group-Parents share concerns, ideas, resources, support, friendship.(Keywords: Disability, Education, Father, Mother, Support, )

Improve your family relationships by discovering the unresolved issues that might be blocking the flow of love, understanding and communication in your family system. The Family Constellations approach is based on the work of German psychotherapist, Bert Hellinger.(Keywords: Counseling, Father, Support, )

Helping families develop a solid family foundation in a safe environment that empowers them to grow and become the best parents they can become DSHS Incredible Years (group classes or in-home), PPP, childcare, meal Incredible Year evening class (located at school) (Keywords: Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mother, Teen, Toddler, )

Structured parenting group with childrens program with a topic and sharing and support. Potluck meal. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Families in the any of the following zip codes can enroll in the program. 98012, 98021, 98020, 98026, 98036, 98037, 98087, 98043 The Program starts when your infant is 4 months old. During the first year of your child’s life you will receive: A series of developmental screenings to make sure your baby’s development is on track. Postpartum depression screenings Parent Coaching phone calls(Keywords: Baby, Father, Mother, Postpartum, Special Needs, Step Parent, Stress, Support, )

Free teen/young parent group (up to 23 years old). In collaboration with North Seattle Family Center the Teen Parent Program offers support groups, parenting classes/workshops, and home visiting. Also provide individual assistance with advocacy and support.(Keywords: Baby, Childbirth, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Stress, Support, Teen, )

FamilyWorks offers a wide variety of playgroups in our beautiful playroom. Our playroom is filled with toys, art supplies, and books—allowing children to make choices and providing many learning opportunities. Parents and caregivers of young children (birth to 5 years of age) are invited to bring their youngsters and join together to play, read, create, sing, and have snacks. Participation in all playgroups is free. Snack included.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, School Readiness, Support, Toddler, )

Located in the Wallingford neighborhood, FamilyWorks provides a variety of services to support families. These include - *Parent/child Playgroups *Parenting Classes *Individual and Family Advocacy *Teen Parent Program *Single Parent Activities *Life Skills Development *Weekly WIC Nutritionist Appointments (Keywords: Baby, Basic Needs, Diapers, Early Learning, Education, Father, Food, Grandparent, Infant, Latino, Neglect, Playgroup, School Readiness, Spanish, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Started as a Parent/Caregiver meet-up in November of 2019, our Tacoma/Puyallup Group officially started in January. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers. There is no fee to attend. We will be looking at changing the meeting time in April to accommodate more attendees. Sign-up and let us know what time and date works best for you.(Keywords: Baby, FAS, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Post-Adoption, Step Parent, Stress, Substance Abuse, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Started as a Parent/Caregiver meet-up in November of 2019, our Tacoma/Puyallup Group officially started in January. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers. There is no fee to attend. We will be looking at changing the meeting time in April to accommodate more attendees. Sign-up and let us know what time and date works best for you.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Disability, FAS, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Post-Adoption, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Our support groups are a chance to build community, make connections and share ideas. To know that you are not alone. Each group meeting starts with a mini training and then the remaining time is spent sharing joys as well as tears, asking questions, and offering and receiving support from the attending members. Volunteer ran and peer-led, all of our support groups are open to families or caregivers to individuals who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of being impacted by FASD’s as well as to adults impacted by FASD’s. Our groups are respectful of and open to birth mothers.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby, FAS, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Post-Adoption, Special Needs, Step Parent, Teen, Toddler, )

Fathers of all kind are welcome to join the drop-in fatherhood group at North Seattle Family Center. The group includes father-child activities and a father support time to talk with other fathers.(Keywords: Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Playgroup, Support, )

For fathers who have a child involved in the child welfare system, provides resources, parent education, support, and guidance. Facilitated by a father who has successfully navigated the system. (Keywords: Abuse, Child Protective Services, Father, Support, )

For fathers who have a child in the child welfare system, provides resources, parent education, support and guidance facilitated by a father who has successfully navigated the system. (Keywords: Abuse, Anger management, Baby, Child Protective Services, Father, Neglect, Support, )

Provides male peer support, resources and education, father-child interaction sessions, and family social occasions. Focus is on helping fathers become more competent and compassionate caregivers for their children with special needs. Meet other great men committed to being involved, knowledgeable and connected dads!(Keywords: ADHD, Baby, Education, Father, Support, Toddler, )

Crisis intervention; counseling/education; sexual assault/domestic violence; legal advocacy; protection orders; food/clothing; temporary emergency housing; evening support groups; 24 hour crisis line.(Keywords: Anger management, Childcare, Father, Support, )

The Fleet & Family Support Center offers individual, marriage and family counseling, parenting classes and support, resume assistance and financial counseling, life skills education, and assistance with deployment/mobilization support. (Keywords: Baby, Basic Needs, Childcare, Depression, Early Learning, Father, Special Needs, Support, )

The Fleet & Family Support Center offers individual, marriage and family counseling, parenting classes and support, resume assistance and financial counseling, life skills education, and assistance with deployment/mobilization support. (Keywords: Baby, Childbirth, Counseling, Early Learning, Father, Legal, Special Needs, Support, )

The Fleet & Family Support Center offers individual, marriage and family counseling, parenting classes and support, resume assistance and financial counseling, life skills education, and assistance with deployment/mobilization support. (Keywords: Baby, Basic Needs, Childcare, Counseling, Depression, Early Learning, Father, Infant, Legal, Special Needs, Support, )

A program to help divorcing parents connect and communicate with their children. (Keywords: Father, Mental Health, Stress, Support, )

A program to help divorcing parents connect and communicate with their children. (Keywords: Father, Mental Health, Stress, Support, )

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, friendships, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings. RSVP for dinner and childcare(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

Free support group for foster parents. Snacks and childcare provided.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

Join us in a culturally relevant space to come together as a diverse families caring for Native American Foster Children. Come to participate in a bountiful and distinct culture and support each other in a unique community of foster parents. Gain valuable support and learn of new resources too! RSVP for childcare for children 2 and over and dinner. Cultural activities provided for children. Caregivers are welcome to bring children under 2 and participate in the cultural activity with the other children. Serving Native American Children and Caregivers! This group does not meet in July/Aug/Dec.(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

Recruits and supports foster families. Our support groups offer informational sharing, friendships, training and support to encourage and help families as they are helping foster children. We share experiences, joys and triumphs as well as struggles. We have fun events and outings. (Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

Parenting Classes and Family Counseling Demonstrations with Mary Dalton Sept 16 : Understanding Children’s Mistaken Goals – 1 Sept 30 : Understanding Children’s Mistaken Goals – 2 Oct 7 : The Power of Encouragment Oct 21 : The Family Meeting Nov 4 : Building Self-Discipline : Homework & School Nov 18 : Actions, Not Words! Getting out of Nagging, Power Struggles & Conflict Dec 2 : Take Time for Training Dec 16 : Building on the Positive/Eliminating Criticism Jan 6 : How to Induce Respect the Rights of Others Jan 27 : Moving Beyond Punishment & Reward Feb 3 : How to Manage Screen Time & Technology Peacefully Feb 24 : Building on the Positive & Eliminating Criticism March 2 : Bullying, Sibling fighting & Whining March 16 : Sharing Responsibility: Chores April 6 : The Fallacy of Reward & Punishment April 20 : How to use Natural & Logical Consequences May 4 : Routines: The Morning Rush & Bedtime May 18 : Avoid Giving Undue Attention June 1 : How to Manage Screen Time & Technology Peacefully (Keywords: Abuse, Counseling, Education, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, Latino, Mother, Playgroup, Spanish, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

Respite services and wraparound for families and children w/ special needs. Available with or without medicaid.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Father, Mother, Respite, Special Needs, Teen, )

Education for pregnancy and early learning. Classes include: Preconception Planning, Early Pregnancy, Childbirth Preparation, Newborn Care, Breastfeeding, Happiest Baby on the Block, Vaccinations-A Naturopathic Introduction, Infant & Child CPR, and CPR for babysitters.(Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Father, Infant, Mother, Nursing, Pregnancy, )

Education for pregnancy and early learning. Classes include: Preconception Planning, Early Pregnancy, Childbirth Preparation, Newborn Care, Breastfeeding, Happiest Baby on the Block, Vaccinations-A Naturopathic Introduction, Infant & Child CPR, and CPR for babysitters.(Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Father, Infant, Mother, Postpartum, Pregnancy, )

Education for pregnancy and early learning. Classes include: Preconception Planning, Early Pregnancy, Childbirth Preparation, Newborn Care, Breastfeeding, Happiest Baby on the Block, Vaccinations-A Naturopathic Introduction, Infant & Child CPR, and CPR for babysitters.(Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Father, Infant, Mother, Pregnancy, )

FamilyWorks offers a wide variety of playgroups in our beautiful playroom. Our playroom is filled with toys, art supplies, and books—allowing children to make choices and providing many learning opportunities. Parents and caregivers of young children (birth to 5 years of age) are invited to bring their youngsters and join together to play, read, create, sing, and have snacks. Participation in all playgroups is free.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandparent, Infant, Latino, Mother, Playgroup, Support, Toddler, )

Respite services and wraparound for families and children w/ special needs. Available with or without medicaid.(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Father, Mother, Respite, Teen, )

American Sign Language classes for use by hearing parents with infants up to two years of age.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Toddler, )

Meals; activities; information/referral; trips.(Keywords: Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, )

As a nonprofit, Ladybug House will offer intermittent stays to families who are caring for their children with life challenging illnesses so they can have time for rest and quality time together. Ladybug House will have two options for stay: one for the entire family and the other for the child to stay solo. Ladybug House will be an option beyond the hospital or home environment for end-of-life care offering an extra layer of support. Ladybug House will consist of an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, specially trained pediatric staff, and volunteers who provide 24/7 loving care and support. This care will be provided with no out of pocket cost to the family.(Keywords: Father, Health, Infant, Mother, Teen, Toddler, )

The Institute's HOMEBUILDERS program is an intensive, in-home family counseling and skill building program that is designed to keep children safe, improve family functioning and prevent the unnecessary removal of children. All referrals are made through DSHS/Children's Administration child welfare services.(Keywords: Baby, Counseling, DSHS, Father, Home Visit, Infant, Latino, Mother, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

Information/assistance; job bank; nutrition program; volunteer chore program; activities; day trips.(Keywords: Food, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, )

Organized by Japanese families - a time to share, sing, and speak Japanese! (Keywords: Baby, Father, Infant, Latino, Playgroup, Spanish, Toddler, )

Jumping Mouse helps children heal through expressive mental health therapy. We support a child’s healthy development for as long as it takes. Jumping Mouse specializes in long-term, in-depth children's mental health.(Keywords: Abuse, Anger management, Counseling, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mental Health, Neglect, Preschool, Relative, Stress, Support, )

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups are organized play groups for young children and the people who take care of them – grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters, other family members, friends and parents. At Kaleidoscope Play & Learn, young children and their caregivers participate in fun, educational play activities and get to know other people in their neighborhood. Caregivers also learn more about child development and what they can do at home to support growth and early learning of the children in their care.(Keywords: Baby, Breastfeeding, Childcare, Diapers, Early Learning, Education, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, Mother, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Preschool, Relative, School, School Readiness, Spanish, Support, Toddler, )

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create and learn during this facilitated play time. Activities include art projects, story time, singing songs, and learning to play together. Groups are free and open to children and adults of all abilities.(Keywords: Adoption, Baby, Education, Father, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mother, Playgroup, Preschool, Step Parent, Toddler, )

1.30 p.m. – KCLS Storytime 2.00 p.m. – Preschool Enrichment (3 years and above) & Toddler Playtime (under 3 year olds) (Keywords: Baby, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mother, Playgroup, School Readiness, Toddler, )

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn is an organized playgroup open to all children ages 0-5 with their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family and friends who take care of them. Group follows the school district calendar, September - May. (Keywords: Baby, Food, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Playgroup, Preschool, School Readiness, Support, Toddler, )

Parents, caregivers, and children 0-5 years old are invited to come play, create, and learn during this facilitated play time. Free and open to children and adults of all abilities.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Playgroup, Relative, School Readiness, Step Parent, Support, Toddler, )

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn is an organized playgroup open to all children ages 0-5 with their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family and friends who take care of them. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art, and playing.(Keywords: Baby, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mother, Playgroup, School Readiness, Toddler, )

This 12-week class is designed to help understand the effects that DV has on children and everyone involved; to learn and practice new problem-solving techniques with children; and to help find support and counseling for yourself and your children.(Keywords: Anger management, Counseling, Child Protective Services, Domestic Violence, Education, Father, Grandparent, Mental Health, Mother, Recovery, Stress, Support, )

This 8-week class is designed for infants and toddlers ages birth through 3 yrs. It helps decrease levels of isolation and frustration felt by new parents, while enhancing their self-image and confidence in the ability to parent.(Keywords: Baby, Child Protective Services, Early Learning, Father, Infant, Mental Health, Mother, Step Parent, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

The first year of an infant\'s life is an important time for everyone in the family. This class is designed as an interactive with the infant and parent together in attendance. It will help decrease the levels of isolation and frustration felt by new parents during this time, while enhancing their self image and increasing their confidence in their ability to successfully parent. Topics include child development, establishing attachment, recognizing cues, soothing techniques, and health and safety. (Keywords: Baby, Father, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Stress, Support, Toddler, )

The Parenting place offers a variety of age-appropriate and topic-specific parenting classes, including classes for domestic violence, to strengthen families of Kitsap County.Parenting Education classes are offered quarterly. Classes address age ranges from birth to teen years. The Parenting Place is a service of Kitsap Community Resources(Keywords: Abuse, Anger management, Baby, Childcare, Domestic Violence, Early Learning, Education, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, Preschool, Step Parent, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

This program provides peer support groups and financial assistance to grandparents and relatives raising children. (Keywords: Basic Needs, Childcare, Clothing, Daycare, Diapers, Early Learning, Food, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, Mental Health, Relative, Respite, Support, )

Building self esteem, effective communication, managing anger and stress, growth development, and behavior management. To register, email name, address, phone number to lois.ralph@kindering.org or call 425-653-4302 Call for current schedule(Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Abuse, Adoption, Anger management, Autism, Early Learning, Father, Foster Care, Home Visit, Latino, Mental Health, Mother, Support, Toddler, )

Toddler/Preschool Therapeutic activity classes for ages 16-42 months through Kindering. Classes in English or Spanish or both. Monthly subscription to unlimited classes on topics like sensory snack time, communication circle, show and share, movement circle, circle and art and more. Includes newsletter and phone line access to a developmental specialist. Open to anyone via online live classes, $30/month subscription. Scholarships available.(Keywords: Autism, Early Learning, Father, Foster Care, Mother, Playgroup, Post-Adoption, Support, Toddler, )

We provide legal representation to people who have been charged with a crime and cannot afford an attorney. We also represent youth, people facing civil commitment, people who could lose their children in a dependency petition, and others in need of legal advocacy who cannot afford an attorney. Phone and in person screenings available (Keywords: Baby, Childcare, Child Protective Services, Father, Legal, Mother, Teen, Toddler, )

Ongoing support group for grandparents and other adults who are raising relative\'s children. This weekly group provides a safe, supportive arena to share the joys and challenges of raising a child in the later years. Registration is requested. Child care is available.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

Ongoing support group for grandparents and other adults who are raising relative's children. This weekly group provides a safe, supportive arena to share the joys and challenges of raising a child in the later years. Registration is requested. Child care is available.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, )

Ongoing support group for grandparents and other adults who are raising relative's children. This weekly group provides a safe, supportive arena to share the joys and challenges of raising a child in the later years. Registration is requested. Child care is available.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

Support group for relative caregivers of related children. Family Caregiver Support Program Caregiving is a stressful and often unrecognized role for many friends and family members of seniors and people with disabilities. The Family Caregiver Support Program helps unpaid caregivers (18+) care for their loved ones while meeting their own mental, physical and emotional needs. Working with a Family Caregiver Specialist, you will identify areas you’d like help with and learn about the community resources that best fit your particular situation. Caregiver support groups, educational programs, self-care tips, and referrals to community resources are available to decrease your stress and improve self-confidence in your caregiving role. Support Groups, Need-based services for the children like help with activities fees, information, resources, advocacy, 1:1 meetings for support with CPS and navigating the systems, home visits. (Keywords: Adoption, Basic Needs, Childcare, Clothing, Counseling, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Home Visit, Legal, Post-Adoption, Relative, Respite, Support, )

Provides individal support and referrals to Kinship families by increased Navigator involvement when needed (i.e. accompanyig relative parents to community services, legislative hearings, other community events, and forums). Aids in connecting families to other resources. Limited financial assistance may be available.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Support, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Support, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs. (Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildre, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildre, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Baby, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Respite, Stress, Support, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildre, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

We serve families who are caring for grandchildre, nieces, nephews, cousins, siblings, and close family friends. We help find them resources in the community and navigate through such systems as DSHS, legal courts, and schools. We can find them resources for financial concerns, counseling, classes, workshops, and support groups. There is also some emergent grant money available to help with basic needs.(Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, )

Groups open to those interested in relative care, foster care and/or adoption. snacks provided Childcare provided onsite at the YMCA. RSVP for childcare and dinner(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

Connect with other kinship families. Caregiver support group for those raising the child of a relative or a friend. Small group, enjoy food and conversation. Learn about resources for your family. (Keywords: Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Support, )

Grandparents and Relatives caring for children, foster, adopt. Includes a grant to help with access to resources(Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, Support, )

Caregiver support group for those raising the child of a relative or a friend. Connect with other kinship families, small groups. Enjoy food and conversation. Learn all about resources for your family. MUST RSVP! (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, Support, )

For Foster, Adoptive, and Relative caregivers. Groups are Open to those interested in relative care, foster, adoption. Please contact facilitator to RSVP. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Respite, Support, )

Are you raising the child of a relative or friend? Connect with other kinship families. Small groups meet regularly. Enjoy food and conversation. Learn about resources for your family. Childcare provided. Potluck(Keywords: Child Protective Services, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Support, )

Relative caregivers support group. Includes small grant to support family needs. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Respite, Support, )

For Foster, Adoptive & Relative Caregivers Groups are open to those interested in relative care, foster care and/or adoption. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Relative, )

For Foster, Adoptive, and Relative Caregivers Groups open to those interested in relative care, foster care, and/or adoption. Please contact the group facilitator before attending. (Keywords: Adoption, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Post-Adoption, Support, )

Our goal is to provide Kinship Caregivers assistance with resources, as well as services such as clothing and programs, events to bridge the gap between caregivers and the children we love.(Keywords: Abuse, Adoption, Baby, Basic Needs, Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Relative, Stress, Support, )

Information; transportation; home delivered meals; case management; chore services; health maintenance; transportation.(Keywords: Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Health, )

The Lake Stevens Family Center is the hub of resource information for our community, fostering the strength of individuals and families by providing support and opportunity through community partnerships. Some of our services include grandparent support groups; parent education; basic needs; ESL & ELL classes; community events; and more. Also Youth Advisory Council and events for youth and monthly Community Supper 2nd Thursday of the month(Keywords: Basic Needs, Father, Food, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Latino, Mother, Spanish, Stress, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

In-home personal training, birth support and resources for pregnant and postpartum people located in Seattle’s Eastside neighborhoods (and surrounding areas): Bellevue, Redmond, Sammamish, Kirkland, Bothell, Woodinville, Kenmore, Lynnwood. Please inquire if I haven’t listed your city but you think you might be within my service area.(Keywords: Baby, Childbirth, Father, Home Visit, Mother, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Support, )

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn is an organized playgroup and story time for 3-5 year olds, not enrolled in a preschool program, with their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other family and friends who take care of them. Younger siblings are welcome. Mondays, September 16 – November 4 at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. (45 minute program) Thursdays, September 19 – November 14 at 10:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (30 minute program) Central Library, Dodson Room craft time at the end(Keywords: Early Learning, Father, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mother, Playgroup, School Readiness, Support, Toddler, )

Want to have more fun parenting? Love and Logic provides helpful techniques to help you achieve respectful and healthy relationships. Gain practical skills you can use immediately. (Keywords: Early Learning, Father, Grandparent, Infant, Mother, School Readiness, Step Parent, Toddler, )

Offers Basic needs and crisis assistance ,Resource information and community referrals, Assistance signing up for food stamps, Washington Basic Health and other government programs, Computer access for job search, Child Check preschool screenings, Parent coaching, Classes on budget management, health and nutrition. Also provides special needs respite care for military families, and volunteer programs, companions, newspaper, annually updated resources, and social engagement for seniors.(Keywords: Basic Needs, Fun, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Mental Health, Respite, Special Needs, Support, )

Housing for Adoptive Families in a multigenerational environment with low income seniors Many Lights Foundation is building Hope Lights — a multigenerational neighborhood where children from foster and kinship care find forever families, adoptive and relative caregivers have access to services to help them raise their kids, and seniors live with meaning and purpose by giving back to youth and families.(Keywords: Adoption, Foster Care, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, )

The Family Program encourages community members to participate in activities that create opportunities for positive involvement, increase life skills, provide parent education and connections with one another. The Youth Program offers diverse and innovative activities and programs.(Keywords: Baby, Early Learning, Education, Father, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandparent, Infant, Playgroup, Preschool, Support, Teen, Toddler, )

These sessions explore what the emotion is, where it comes from, and how an individual change destrictive actions that influence his life and current relatioinships. Participants may join at any time.(Keywords: Anger management, Counseling, Domestic Violence, Father, Stress, )

A 12 week parenting class for fathers, based on the "Nurturing Father's Curriculum". An opportunity for men to grow in the company of other men on the pathway to becoming "dynamic dads".(Keywords: Anger management, Father, Step Parent, Support, )

Discover the skills you have to lead a positive relationship and stop the controlling behavior of abuse. Our groups help you use these skills and, more importantly, understand your behaviors and learn new ways to be a partner and parent.(Keywords: Abuse, Counseling, Domestic Violence, Education, Father, )