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
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
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.
Communities in Schools of Durham-Parenting Education
Supportive parenting education groups for parents of children in grades K-12
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.
Exchange Family Center’s Family Support Program + Workshops
Parent coaching and family therapy to support a healthy family environment for kids 0-12.
Family Support Network of NC
Network of peer support for families of children with special needs, led by parents with lived experience.
Fatherhood of Durham
Working with fathers to develop life skills necessary to face financial, health, relationship and other critical challenges.
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.
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.
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.
ISLA NC
Community based educational space that elevates the importance of bilingualism through Spanish language and cultural immersion programs
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
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
Together for Resilient Youth – Coping Together
Peer-led therapy program for families to address stress, strengthen coping techniques and improve family communication.
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.
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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Anti-racism training for children, families, and educators.
Welcome Baby
Free parenting classes, workshops, and family essential supplies for families with children ages 0-8