Resources ~ Parenting
California Parenting Institute
Focuses on parents of babies from birth to 5 years old. We work with parents, infants and toddlers and recognize the importance of this early parent relationship. Fostering early bonding makes the child and parent development stronger, healthier and more resilient over time. Services include parent education classes, parenting in-home visitation, videotaping parent-baby interactions,case management and a newsletter. Fees: Low cost
Contact: (707) 585-6108
California Parenting Institute (CPI) WARMLINE
Confidential phoneline for parents to ask about children’s behavior, child development, parenting skills, and related topics. Calls are returned within 48 hours by a trained warmline volunteer.
Contact: (800) 544-WARM
Care Children's Counseling Center
Caring Parents Program teaches skills helpful to parents whose children ages 2-18 have experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse,neglect, exposure to domestic voilence or parental substance abuse. Also works with children who have challenging behaviors such as Attention Deficit Disorder/Hyperactivity, and Defiant Behavior.
Contact: (707) 575-9166
Early Learning Institute
Provides early intervention services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Also provides parent support and education, community playgroups and free developmental assessments. Special support programs for child care providers and community recreation programs available.
Contact: (707) 591-0170
Family Action of Sonoma County
A non-profit organization whose mission is to effect long term policy change that will have a positive impact on the lives and health of children and their families in Sonoma County. Members pledge to engage decision makers and the public in makeing Sonoma County a heathier,safer and supportive community for children. Produce reports, collects data and advocates for change.
Contact: (707) 586-3032
Family Education Center (FEC)
Parent education groups, anger awareness workshops, individual & family counseling, parenting classes on a variety of topics, and workshops for child care providers and other professionals.
Contact: (707) 762-883
Grandparents Parenting…Again
Support group for grandparents and other relatives who are parenting a family member's child.Organizes an annual conference. Speakers on legal issues, court system, parenting and domestic and child abuse.
Contact: (707) 566-8676
National Center for Fathering
Practical resources for dads in many fathering situations.
Contact: (800) 593-DADS
Orenda Center Sober Parents Group
Support group periodically offered to parents in recovery. Call regarding availability.
Contact: (707) 524-7476
Parents Without Partners (Informational Message Number)
Community events and support for single parents.
Contact: (707) 523-8491
Petaluma Adult School
Parenting classes - open to the public.
Contact: (707) 778-4633
Public Health Nursing Field Unit
Sends nurses to new parents at home to teach parenting skills.
Contact: (707) 565-4440
Santa Rosa City Bus
The Santa Rosa City Bus website has information for you about schedules, maps, fares, tickets and buses. It also includes information about the "Take a free ride program" and the "Bus Buddy" program for seniors. To see additional information please visit their website below or use the following contact numbers 707.543.3333 for Spanish 707.543.4240
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) Foster & Kinship Care Education Program
Classes, workshops, resources, and support for foster, kinship and adoptive parents.
Contact: (707) 527-4999 ext. 1197
Social Advocates for Youth (SAY) of Sonoma
Offers classes/support on parenting teens. Call regarding availability.
Contact: (707) 996-7991
Sonoma County Mother's Clubs
Support, education, and socialization for mothers and families. Meetings, playgroups, and family outings are scheduled throughout the year. Age range is mother's-to-be through mothers of children up to 5 years.
Locations include:
Sonoma.............................. (707) 996-9890
Santa Rosa (voice mail)....... (707)525-5902
Petaluma (voice mail)...........(707) 778-6494
North County (voice mail)... (707)547-9989
Rohnert Park.......................(707) 522-8642
Sebastopol Parent's Club.....(707) 579-9683
Sonoma County Mothers of Multiples (707) 523-3559
Redwood Empire Parents of Multiples (707) 547-9518
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