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Dads Are The Difference (DADS) Program

The Dads Are the Difference Program aims to connect fathers in a safe space to share their experiences and learn about their crucial role as a father. The program consists of 21 parenting classes with topics ranging from learning healthy communications, co-parenting strategies, child development, discipline strategies, budgeting and employment readiness skills.

For fathers

Designed for the unique needs of fathers

Learn in your language

All our services are offered in English and Spanish

Assessment

An intake assessment is required before attending classes

Classes are cohort based

All fathers begin and end the program at the same time

Support

Ongoing case management includes counseling, advocacy, and connections to community resources

Gifts for children

Incentive gifts for children provided to parents when they attend 10 and 20 classes

Parenting Class Schedule

Currently all classes are being held in person. 

If you would like to enroll in our programs in Stamford, CT  or find out more information, please call 203-588-1934 or email Linda at lmclaughlin@sjpcenter.org, and we will connect you with a case manager.
If you would like to enroll in our programs in Danbury, CT or find out more information, please call 203-273-5622 or email Crystal at cperkins@sjpcenter.org, and we will connect you with a case manager.

Classes in English / Spanish
Tuesday – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Enroll in Stamford
Enroll in Danbury

Parenting Program Topics Covered

24/7 DAD

  1. Family History
  2. What It Means to be a Man
  3. Showing & Handling Feelings
  4. Men’s Health
  5. Communication
  6. The Father’s Role
  7. Discipline
  8. Children’s Growth
  9. Getting Involved
  10. Working with Mom & Co-Parenting
  11. Dads and Work

Job Readiness

  1. Job Readiness Skills #1
  2. Job Readiness Skills #2
  3. Job Readiness Skills #3

The Importance of Fathers

  1. Active Parenting #1
  2. Active Parenting #2

Bonding & Child Development

Abuse & Violence

  1. Understanding Sexual Abuse
  2. Abuse & Violence in the Home: The Effect On Children
  3. Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)

Budgeting & Time Management

Anger Management

Intimate Partner Violence

Currently all classes are being held in person.
All fathers are welcome to join an additional nine sessions that focus specifically on the impact that intimate partner violence has on the family unit. The goal of these sessions is to educate fathers on how to sustain a healthy violence-free lifestyle. Some topics include: defining abuse and the cycle of violence; myths surrounding children’s perspective of family violence; challenging societal and cultural values; and developing healthy coping skills.

  • Classes are cohort based – all fathers begin and end the program at the same time
  • Connect with us to find out when the next group is being held
  • All our services are offered in English and in Spanish
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