The Strengthening Families Program is a nationally and internationally recognized, evidence-based family strengthening program found to significantly improve parenting skills and family relationships, reduce problem behaviors, delinquency and alcohol and drug abuse in children, and improve social competencies and school performance.

The Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth is delivered over seven or fourteen weeks in parent, youth, and family sessions that are highly interactive. Sessions include role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. Each session meets for two and a half hours and includes the following complimentary supports:

Family Dinner
Babysitting for Younger Siblings
Transportation (if needed)
During the first half of the session, parents and youth meet separately with facilitators to work on specific skills. During the second half, they come back together for fun activities designed to engage the whole family. Families that graduate the program receive a $100 Visa gift card.

Parent Topics

Love and Limits
Making House Rules
Encouraging Good Behavior
Using Consequences
Building Bridges
Protecting Against Substance Abuse
Getting Help for Special Family Needs
Youth Topics

Love and Limits
Having Goals and Dreams
Appreciating Parents
Dealing with Stress
Following Rules
Dealing with Peer Pressure
Peer Pressures and Good Friends
Reaching out to others

The program will also be offered in Spanish for Spanish-speaking families.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Last Updated: 01/09/25