Benefits of Membership
Socialization
Members enjoy socializing with other parents and children in an inviting playroom filled with age appropriate toys/activities, as well as a shaded outdoor play yard and sandbox. Our “drop-in” provides quality playtime for parents (and grandparents) with their children.
Parental Guidance
Members have access to a parent educator, clinical social worker and nurse to discuss parenting issues. The staff’s role is to guide and coach parents through practical suggestions and help with the ordinary stresses of raising children from birth through adolescence.
The following topics are commonly discussed:
- Adolescence Self esteem
- Adoption Setting limits
- Ages & stages Sexual curiosity
- Aggressive behavior Single parenting
- Anger Sleep issues
- Discipline Stepfamilies
- Divorce and family stress Toddler tantrums
- Feeding issues Toilet training
- Infant care & concerns And other issues…
- Juggling work & family
- Parental frustrations
Library
The center maintains an extensive library of parenting books and videos that may be checked out by members only. Just for fun, children’s videos are also available for check out.
Classes & Activities
Members receive discounts on class fees. We also offer “members-only” programs and activities. Please see our seasonal calendar of classes and activities.
Parenting Center Mailings
Seasonal calendar of classes and programs mailed quarterly to members, as well as special events during the year. Put link to current calendar here.
Active Membership
Associate Membership
- Designed for full-time working parents or parents of school-age children
- Access to The Parenting Center’s professional staff
- Reduced fees for evening classes
- Resource library privileges
- The Parenting Center mailings
- Membership fee $35
Circle of Friends