The Parenting Journey is a 14-session curriculum created for parents whose own childhood did not provide them with a solid foundation for nurturing themselves or their children. The curriculum was developed by the Family Center of Somerville, MA and  cited as an evidence-based program by the Children’s Trust Fund.

What does the program offer?

• An opportunity for parents to develop themselves as nurtured and nurturing people, capable of making responsible and informed choices in rearing their children.
• Focuses on promoting attitudes that enhance good parenting: respect, helping each other, listening empathetically and being curious.
• Has an emphasis on the parent as a person rather than on the child or the child in a disciplinary relationship with the parent.

ENROLLMENT

Who can participate?
The Parenting Journey is open to parents raising children, at least one of whom is between the ages of 0 – 6 years, who reside in the City of Lawrence, MA.

What time and where is the program held?
The Parenting Journey is held three times each year.  Most often, classes are held during the evening, although mid-day sessions have been held depending on what it is most convenient for all participants.  Classes are held at Family Service in the group program space.  Child care is provided on site in the adjacent Kids Room.

What is the cost?
The Parenting Journey is a free program for eligible parents, thanks to the generous support of the Children’s Trust Fund.

CONTACT US

To learn how you can participate, or to refer another individual, contact the Parenting Journey facilitators using the contact information below:

Call: 978-327-6622
Email: lcid@familyserviceinc.com

Download a referral form

The Parenting Journey is funded by the Massachusetts Children's Trust Fund.