Offers mentors that provide access to community resources, and guidance navigating the child welfare and court systems. This program also provides a Dependency 101 Training. Support groups are also available once per month. Program of Thurston and Mason County that was initiated through a collaborative partnership between Catalysts for Kids, Children's Administration, Thurston County Superior Court and Family Education and Support Services.

Provides supportive services for older adults and adults with developmental disabilities or special health care needs, and for those taking care of them. Services include training related to special education and disabilities, support groups, inclusive family events, one-on-one support system navigation. Also offers case management with home visits and on-site consultations.   Caregiver Support program can provide: - Needs Assessment for Caregivers and the Care Recipient - Care Planning & Consultation - Information & Referral Services - Caregiver Education

Provides various programs for families with children with disabilities, such as: education, support groups, parenting classes, ongoing direct support. Programs include: - Outreach and Support: Provides support through phone, email and home visits to families who call in with difficult situations. Answers questions about their special needs child. Can also attend meetings with parents, for additional support. - Positive Parenting for Challenging Behaviors Classes: The class is taught in a series of two sessions. Parents learn why their children have difficult behaviors, how to prevent unwanted behaviors, and how to teach replacement behaviors. - Play Groups and Summer Camps: Playgroups are designed for parents to attend with their child and focus on supporting social/emotional development. The summer programs are an opportunity to connect with other parents and community programs. - Respite / Parent's Night Out: This program is designed to provide much needed breaks for parents or full time care providers through childcare ‘night out’. This is presently being offered through out reimbursement program but will return to site care once it is safe to do so. - Family Support Groups: Support groups are designed to provide the opportunity for parents and caregivers to meet and discuss topics around advocacy and to network together. Parenting support groups are designed with “mini” lessons that support both the parent and child with topics of parenting. - Family Unity Recreation Activities: FURA‘s provide families an opportunity to have a structured recreation activity with other families who have children with disabilities. Parent’s network and exchange information. Children renew friendships. A good time is had by all.

Provides support for parents, grandparents, adoptive and single parents and guardians of children that are engaging in out-of-control, oppositional and self-destructive behaviors. Weekly online support groups for parents and guardians Meetings follow a structured format based on cognitive behavioral principles. Meetings are ongoing and include an orientation for anyone new to the program.

Offers children and family counseling, treatment for child victims of sexual abuse, and coordination of family support services, including parent education, parenting classes, and family advocate services to promote the self-sufficiency and well-being of families.

Offers families on-going support and encouragement in the most difficult times and addresses essential needs to develops supportive, nurturing relationships to walk the journey with young families in need. Provides the following services: Young Mom's Support Groups; Family Companion, which is an opportunity for a pregnant or parenting family to be matched with a trained family companion volunteer who gives the family ongoing support and encouragement; and Parent Education Groups, which helps children grow and prepare for kindergarten through these free, facilitated play groups available to children from birth to age 5, and their caregivers.

Hosts a safe and confidential environment for Dads to get together with other Dads to share personal experiences and explore the unique challenges they often face while raising a child with a developmental delay or disability.

Offers a faith-based support to moms, no matter what stage they are in on their parenting journey. Postpartum Mamas provides support groups for any and all mothers struggling with all motherhood phases including depression, infertility, miscarriage, and blessings to share solely to uplift, encourage, and unite in a confidential and safe environment.

Community events calendar, magazine and website provides information about parent support groups, children's playgroups, family activities and enrichment, camps and listings of kid-friendly events in Portland.

Coordinates mothers' support/social groups chartered through local faith-based organizations.   Groups provide a community, mentoring atmosphere where mothers can discuss, teach, and learn from each other.  

Baby Blues Connection provides support, information and resources to women and families coping with pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders. Services include 24-hour phone support, parent to parent support groups in multiple locations, partner support for family members who want to support someone coping with postpartum depression or anxiety, and resource packets emailed/mailed at no cost.

Works to eliminate barriers for children and young adults, ages 0-Adults, that have a developmental disorder, chronic healthcare needs, or cancer in Pacific Northwest communities. Provides access to resources, parent education, development of programs that encourage play, socializations, support systems, and community collaborations with entities that put children's needs first.

CAPA/PREPARES (Childbirth and Parenting Assistance) provides an environment for parents to build loving bonds with their kids to prepare them for a healthy future. CAPA/PREPARES offers stabilizing and advocacy services to expecting and parenting individuals and families with children ages 5 and under.

Offers classes, referrals, and support groups.

Provides substance use disorder counseling and treatment for children and youth age 11 to 22, and their families in East King County, serving Bellevue, Kirkland and Redmond. YES co-occurring therapists hold dual licenses, enabling them to treat both mental health and substance use disorders. They offer individualized programs for clients and their families, designed to help youth and their caregivers develop skills to reduce substance use, make thoughtful choices, and address contributing factors like stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. All YES substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment programs are motivational and strength-based, addressing substance use within the context of the whole person. These services integrate individual, family, and group therapy in a multi-phase treatment process grounded in evidence-based therapies.

Program that helps parents promote healthy development in children, and to deal with a wide variety of common social, emotional and behavioral issues and developmental concerns. This course is a prevention program and does NOT satisfy court ordered requirements. Programs available in English and Spanish. Course helps: - Strengthen family relationships - Encourage positive behaviors - Teach a child new skills and behaviors - Gain confidence handling disruptive or challenging behaviors - Taking care of yourself as a parent. Offers a Triple P Group where parents in similar situations can meet. Parents who can support each other and share their stories. Each group is 8 weeks,1-2 hours per week. Triple P Group is free and open to families with children ages 0-17.

Pregnancy and parenting support programs for Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) recipients. Services include pregnancy support, Options and Birth Control Counseling, Family Planning, Doula services, breastfeeding support, post-partum depression, post-abortion and miscarriage help, and parenting help from birth to 3 years old.

Offers family & parenting support through groups, like a mothering group for new mothers and parent support for couples and/or single parents with children up to age 3; child care and meals are provided during class. Offers individual support and referral services to help parents and families find the right resources to support their health and well-being.

Provides childbirth education, newborn care classes, safe sleep workshop, breastfeeding workshop/support, and other classes which vary by season.

Program that helps parents promote healthy development in children, and to deal with a wide variety of common social, emotional and behavioral issues and developmental concerns. This course is a prevention program and does NOT satisfy court ordered requirements. Programs available in English and Spanish. Course helps: - Strengthen family relationships - Encourage positive behaviors - Teach a child new skills and behaviors - Gain confidence handling disruptive or challenging behaviors - Taking care of yourself as a parent. Offers a Triple P Group where parents in similar situations can meet. Parents who can support each other and share their stories. Each group is 8 weeks,1-2 hours per week. Triple P Group is free and open to families with children ages 0-17.

Provides a helpline for support and local referrals for post-partum issues. Offers online information and support groups to help families, providers, and communities learn about the emotional and mental health of childbearing families. Website helps locate specialized support coordinators. Each state or county page offers information on how to contact PSI coordinators, crisis hotlines, support groups, and events in that area.

Provides services to teenagers or women who are pregnant and parent/caregivers of children birth-5 years of age by addressing basic needs. Offers counseling to girls or women facing an unplanned pregnancy, including: pregnancy testing; intake and assessment; volunteer mentors for moms and dads; parent support services; support groups and classes for parents and families; rapid response and referrals for urgent needs like food, formula, diapers and clothing; and adoption support and referrals.

The program is specifically designed for families facing difficult life circumstances and parents who desire to develop family-building skills. Parenting Class: Parents learn the Positive Behavior Intervention Supports system, used by many school districts. Parents have the opportunity to connect on a deeper level not only with their own families, but with their peers. Kids Groups: Kids learn the life skills necessary to understand, talk about, and cope with what is happening in their lives in healthy, positive ways. Kids meet at the same time as Parenting Class.

Classes are free charge and open to anyone who would like to know more about the development of their child and how to best support them as they grow into adulthood. A meal and childcare are provided.  Please see survey for class offerings.

Provides training, information and resources to parents, individuals with disabilities and professionals regarding issues of education. Provides one-on-one support and coordinate workshops in communities throughout Washington. Publishes PAVE Pipeline, a quarterly newsletter, for subscribers which offers information about upcoming workshops and articles of interest. Provides referrals to support groups for parents of children with disabilities.