Parenting Support and Strategies
The following programs provide parenting information and “training” in a variety of formats, offering everything from one-time tips to parenting workshops to regular home visits.
See also Parent groups and Parent organizing & advocacy
Durham Resources
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ABC
A 10-session service for families with infants and toddlers, ABC helps to build the attachment and connection between parents and children under age 4
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Book Harvest & Book Babies
Book Harvest provides free books for children of all ages; a Family Space designed for families to read, learn and play together; and programs that partner with parents to nurture language and literacy development.
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Communities in Schools of Durham-Parenting Education
Supportive parenting education groups for parents of children in grades K-12
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Durham Children’s Initiative
Provides families with ongoing, wrap-around support, connections to resources, and programming for Durham children and families from the cradle to college or career.
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Exchange Family Center’s Family Support Program + Workshops
Parent coaching and family therapy to support a healthy family environment for kids 0-12.
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Family Support Network of NC
Network of peer support for families of children with special needs, led by parents with lived experience.
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Fatherhood of Durham
Working with fathers to develop life skills necessary to face financial, health, relationship and other critical challenges.
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H.E.A.R.T.S. (Helping Each Adolescent Reach Their Spark)
H.E.A.R.T.S. supports young adolescent parents and pregnant people with tools to successfully become independent and self-sufficient.
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Healthy Families Durham
A free home-visiting program designed to help new parents as they support the healthy growth and development of their children from birth to 3 years old.
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HealthySteps at Duke Children’s Primary Care North Durham
Specialists at the pediatric primary care clinic that work alongside families of children under age 3 to be sure they have the support they need to nurture their child’s wellbeing.
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ISLA NC
Community based educational space that elevates the importance of bilingualism through Spanish language and cultural immersion programs
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La Leche League
Peer to peer lactation support for breastfeeding families, regardless of whether they are facing challenges or simply seeking to connect with others
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Post Adoption Support Services (PASS)
Offering a variety of free support services to any family that has adopted a child in Durham and 19 other NC counties
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Together for Resilient Youth – Coping Together
Peer-led therapy program for families to address stress, strengthen coping techniques and improve family communication.
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Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS)
Free or low-cost weekly parenting support groups to make new friends, learn about child development, and build community support.
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Triple P
A parenting support program designed to be flexible and meet parents (of children 0-16) where they are; provides targeted tips and strategies to manage behavior and build parents’ confidence.
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we are (working to extend anti-racist education, Inc)
Anti-racism training for children, families, and educators.
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Welcome Baby
Free parenting classes, workshops, and family essential supplies for families with children ages 0-8