Local Resources

Click on any county for information about local activities and the contact information for the Prevention Council where you live.

Or select one of the filters below to see what's happening around the state.


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Parenting Education
Find a class developed with your child's age in mind:
 Prenatal-5 Years  5-12 Years  13-18 Years

Find a class geared toward:
 Fathers
 Co-Parenting/Blended Families
 Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorder
 Families with Children with Special Needs or Health Challenges

Additional Activities
 Playgroups & Parenting Groups
 Events
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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.

Nurturing Parenting: HOPE

Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)

Start Date: 10/24/2023    End Date: 12/26/2023

Day(s) of the Week: Tuesdays

Time: 10am

Audience: Parents and caregivers of children with special needs

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVQow6tyLC_1QWg9p5G0yA0AObiGDtzlCKhnBA-FnAaDEYZA/viewform

Additional Information: Registration is required and is accepted until November 7th

Contact: Christine McMillen    Phone: 207-974-2481

Website: http://www.penquis.org


Nurturing Parenting: HOPE

Council: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (Somerset)

Start Date: 1/31/2024    End Date: 3/20/2024

Day(s) of the Week: 5:00 - 7:00pm

Time: Wednesdays

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://forms.gle/fSkT1xNXxLKPwWoj8

Additional Information: This Nurturing Parenting program is designed for families of children with special needs and health challenges. Participants will explore strategies for communication, positive discipline and encouragement, coping and soothing, and advocating for your child. The class offers opportunities to meet community resources, and connect with other caregivers in a supportive environment.

Contact: Kristen Plummer   Phone: 1-800-542-8227 ext 2520

Website: http://www.kvcap.org