Local Parenting Resources

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

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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

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Fathers

Co-Parenting/Blended Families

Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorder

Families with Children with Special Needs or Health Challenges

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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.

Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education

Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)

Start Date: 1/1/2025 End Date: 3/31/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Every Wednesday. This class has a rolling admissions, so you can join in on any week.

Time: 11am-12pm

Audience: Parents/caregivers of children of all ages.

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit?pli=1

Additional Information: his parenting opportunity is designed to give parents tips and tricks to help navigate through the different challenges of parenting. Topics include: Nurturing Parenting, Brain Development, Communicating with Respect, Building Self Worth, Understanding Feelings, Family Morals and Values, Praising Children, Positive Discipline, and Dealing with Stress. This class is being held on Zoom.

Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975

Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org

Nurturing Parenting: Skills for Families

Council: Franklin County Children's Task Force (Franklin)

Start Date: 1/6/2025 End Date: 4/30/2025

Day(s) of the Week:

Time:

Town: Farmington

Audience: Parents and Caregivers of children 0-18

In Person or Virtual: Hybrid

Registration Required: No

Contact: Rileigh Blanchet Phone: 207-778-6960

Website: http://www.fcctf.org

Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education

Council: Sunrise Opportunities (Washington)

Start Date: 2/11/2025 End Date: 4/15/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Every Tuesday

Time: 9am-10am

In Person or Virtual: In-person

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: http://www.sopreventioncouncil.com

Additional Information: This parenting opportunity is designed to give parents tips and tricks to help navigate through the different challenges of parenting. Topics include: Nurturing Parenting,Ages & Stages, Brain Development, Communicating with Respect, Building Self Worth, Understanding Feelings, Family Morals and Values, Praising Children, Positive Discipline, and Dealing with Stress. Come to one or all! These trainings are based on discussion, questions and interest! For more information please visit www.sopreventioncouncil.com or email molivares@sun-rise.org or text/call 263-5270

Contact: Monica Olivares Phone: (207) 255-8273

Website: https://sopreventioncouncil.com

Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education

Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)

Start Date: 3/13/2025 End Date: 4/24/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Thursdays

Time: 10 - 11:30 AM

Audience: Parents and caregivers in Knox County

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup

Additional Information: A series of 7 enrichment classes offered on a rolling basis. Join anytime and attend any/all of the classes! For parents/caregivers who would like to increase their parenting knowledge and skills to make informed, healthy parenting choices. Topics by week (no class the week of Thanksgiving): Week 1 (3/13): Philosophy of Nurturing Parenting Week 2 (3/27): Ages and Stages Week 3 (4/3): Brain Development Week 4 (4/10): Communicating with Respect & Building Self-Worth Week 5 (4/17): Understanding Feelings & Family Morals and Values Week 6 (4/24): Praising Children and Their Behavior & Alternatives to Spanking Week 7 (5/8): Positive Ways to Deal with Stress

Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818

Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org

123 Magic

Council: Community Concepts Inc. (Androscoggin)

Start Date: 3/24/2025 End Date: 3/31/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Mondays 3/24 and 3/31.

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://portal.empoworbycsst.com/Public/ClientAccessForm.aspx?AccessID=76de41bb-4a48-436f-b330-d24a162fef3f

Additional Information: To register for this class, please click on the registration link and answer the questions. You will receive an email confirmation after registering. If you have any questions, feel free to call Melissa Robinson at 207-240-2990, or email at parentworkshops@community-concepts.org.

Contact: Melissa Green Phone: 1207-743-7716

Website: https://ccimaine.org/

Nurturing Parenting: Skills for Families

Council: Penquis (Piscataquis)

Start Date: 4/3/2025 End Date: 6/26/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Thursday

Time: 5:001pm-6:00pm

Audience: Parents and Caregivers of all age children

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

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

Additional Information: Enrollment is ongoing, you may start class on any Thursday you are available

Contact: Christine McMillen Phone: 207-974-2481

Website: http://www.penquis.org

Active Parenting- Active Parenting 4th Edition (ages 5-12)

Council: Healthy Kids (Knox)

Start Date: 4/9/2025 End Date: 5/14/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays

Time: 5:30-7:30 PM

Audience: Parents and caregivers in Knox County

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://www.healthykidsmaine.org/classsignup

Additional Information: A 6-week course for parents and caregivers of children ages 5-12. This course continues where First Five Years leaves off, with a focus on childhood development and healthy strategies for addressing daily parenting challenges. Topics covered include: *effective communication & encouragement *building self-esteem *cooperation *defusing power struggles *dealing with peer pressure *using positive discipline *building closer relationships through family fun

Contact: Charlene Corbett Phone: 207-563-1818

Website: http://www.healthykidsmaine.org

123 Magic

Council: Community Concepts, Inc. (Oxford)

Start Date: 4/14/2025 End Date: 4/21/2025

Day(s) of the Week: Mondays 4/14 and 4/21.

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://portal.empoworbycsst.com/Public/ClientAccessForm.aspx?AccessID=41dd381b-7e81-40b4-8782-a52174b3a9f5

Contact: Melissa Green Phone: 207-743-7716

Website: https://ccimaine.org/