Parenting can be fun. It is demanding; no getting around it. But, be with a child for awhile and you can sense the innocence, vulnerability, and trust those small hands have when they grab one of our fingers and believe if they have a finger to hold on to, the world is a good place. It is this tiny belief in goodness and trust that motivates others of all ages to put forth the commitment to create a better world through nurturing.” Bavolek, 1999
The St. Johns County Health and Human Services Community Resource Center provides Parenting Education Groups, using the concepts of the Nurturing Parenting Program, developed by Stephen J. Bavolek, Ph.D. and the Active Parenting Program (including Active Parenting of Teens), developed by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D. Both programs are included in SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices.
Groups are held at a variety of locations throughout St. Augustine and more locations and times are in the planning stages.
Group Curriculum Topics are (but not limited to):
Nurturing Parenting Curriculum
Session 1: Nurturing Parenting – The Philosophy of Nurturing
Session 2: Family Morals, Value and Rules
Session 3: Praising Children and Their Behavior
Session 4: Discipline, Rewards and Punishment
Session 5: Personal Power
Session 6: Why Parents Spank Their Children
Session 7: Choices and Consequences
Session 8: Owning and Communicating Feelings
Session 9: Ignoring Irritating Behavior
Session 10: Drinking and Parenting Don’t Mix
Active Parenting of Teens Curriculum
Session 1: The Active Parent
Session 2: Winning Communication
Session 3: Responsibility and Discipline
Session 4: Building Courage, Redirecting Misbehavior
Session 5: Drugs, Sexuality and Violence: Reducing the Risks, Part 1
Session 6: Drugs, Sexuality and Violence: Reducing the Risks, Part 2