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Parent Support Groups

Parent support groups help parents overcome feelings of isolation, develop support systems, and learn about successful parenting practices. Parent support groups foster self-acceptance and promote a sense of community. Group members give as well as receive help, share effective coping strategies, and expand their resources for ongoing support. Parent participation in service planning and implementation is stressed in order to enhance client engagement and increase the agency's understanding of client perspectives.

Find resources and tools for conducting parent support groups and information on national parent support programs.

• Parent support group resources
• Parent support group programs

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Updated on February 24, 2010