
General Parenting Program
The goal of the General Parenting Program is to provide parents with the space to learn and share parenting knowledge and skills in a group setting. The program consists of 28 different parenting topics ranging from healthy discipline strategies and encouraging your child’s self-esteem to managing your family’s nutrition and household budget.
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Available to mothers, fathers, and any caregiver interested in learning
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All our services are offered in English and Spanish
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An intake assessment is required before attending classes
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Classes are open enrollment – parents can join into the cycle at any time
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Ongoing case management includes counseling, advocacy, and connections to community resources
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Incentive gifts for children provided to parents when they attend 10 and 20 classes
Class Schedule
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Currently all classes are being held in person.
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Classes in English - Tuesday – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Classes in Spanish - Tuesday – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM


Topics Covered:
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Active Parenting: What is Active Parenting?
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Active Parenting: Cooperation & Communication
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Active Parenting: Responsibility & Discipline
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Active Parenting: Building Courage & Self-Esteem
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Active Parenting: Understanding & Redirecting Misbehavior
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Active Parenting: Active Parenting for School Success
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First Five Years: You and Your Child
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First Five Years: Preventing Problems
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First Five Years: Encouraging Positive Behavior
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Bonding & Child Development
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The Effect of Media on Children
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An Overview of Learning Disabilities
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Health & First Aid: Child
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Home & Child Safety
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Nutrition & Healthy Living
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The Importance of Fathers
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Understanding Sexual Abuse
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Understanding Substance Abuse
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Abuse and Violence in the Home: The Effect on Children
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Budgeting & Time Management
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Children’s Mental Health
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Anger Management #1
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Anger Management #2
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Anger Management #3
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Effective Communication #1: Adult
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Effective Communication #2: Child
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Single & Co-Parenting
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Legal Issues
How Do I Enroll?
If you would like to enroll in our programs in Stamford, CT or find out more information, please call 203-588-1934
or email Lauren at lgoodman@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.