Parents need just as much guidance and support as youth do.
Parents are their children’s first and most important teachers. But sometimes, they need a little extra help dealing with the challenges that arise. They need the opportunity to learn effective parenting strategies, build skills, and discuss their issues with other parents.
Friends of Youth offers several parenting education classes throughout our community that provide the tools parents need to encourage the development of strong healthy families.
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| Parents of Teens (Open to parents of 13-19 year-olds) |
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| Parents of 2-12 year-olds |
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| These classes are offered at our Issaquah Offices at 414 Front St., Issaquah, WA 98027. They are $45 for individuals and $60 for couples (scholarships are available). For class availability and times, please contact Casey at casey@friendsofyouth.org or you can click here. |
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| Guiding Good Choices (Open to parents of 9-14-year-olds) |
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| Staying Connected with Your Teen (Open to parents of 14-17-year-olds) |
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| These research-based prevention programs are offered free of charge in Riverview, Issaquah and Snoqualmie Valley School Districts. For class availability, times and location, contact Phoebe at phoebe@friendsofyouth.org or you can click here.
These programs are sponsored by King County’s Alcohol & Other Drug Prevention Program, with funds from the State of Washington DSHS Division of Alcohol & Substance Abuse, King County Community Organizing Program, Snoqualmie Valley Community Network and local PTSAs. Note: Donations of $15.00 will be accepted to cover the fee of the Family Guide. |
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| Internet Safety What Parents Need to Know |
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May 14, 6:3- - 8:30 pm Friends of Youth Issaquah Office 414 Front Street, Issaquah, WA 98027 Space is limited! Please call to reserve a set today: (425) 392-6367 |
Substance Abuse Prevention Web Sites for Parents
TheAntiDrug.com is a service of the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign, offering a wide range of resources, information and facts for parents. (En Español : LaAntidroga.com)
Family.samhsa.gov is a service of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, created to support the efforts of parents and other caring adults in promoting mental health and preventing the use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs among 7-to-18-year-olds.
