Workshops - Classes - Support Groups

Active Parenting: The First Five Years

An 8-week parenting class for parents with one or more children birth - age 6. Topics include building a bond with your child, ages & stages of development, your child’s growing brain, what your babies cries mean, preparing your child for school, discipline for young children and more! Click here to contact us about next meeting dates.

Dads & Littles Virtual Play Group

​Studies show that babies and children grow up happier with loving fathers engaged in their care, and it's never too soon to start! Join Danny Rodrigues, LICSW at on zoom nearly every month to connect with other new dads, and learn about resources available to you and your family. For virtual meeting dates and the zoom link, click to email Danny.

 

Listen to Danny Rodrigues, LICSW, on Cape Cod Radio's Public Affairs program, Inside Cape Cod. Danny talks about how our monthly group is helping Cape Cod dads find answers, support, and connection:

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 

​Support groups provide an opportunity to talk about experiences and feelings in a safe, supportive environment. Grandparents can also gain information, learn from one another, and meet people dealing with similar issues. For details regarding a support group for grandparents in your area, click an icon below: ​ 

Click to download the Cape Cod Family Resource Center's ​Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Groups & Resource Guide 
For more resources across Massachusetts, click to visit Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 

Maternal Depression

​If you or anyone you know is suffering from Maternal Depression, please click here for a resource list and information on local support groups.

Parental Help Line 1-800-632-8188 

Free & Confidential. 24/7. Parents or guardians with problems relating to their children can talk anonymously to trained volunteer counselors with Parents Helping Parents of Massachusetts. Offers a way to relieve stress in a non-judgemental environment with support to anyone seeking it, no matter how big or small. All Languages Available. 

Cape Cod Area Parent Support Group 

​Meets monthly at the Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main St., Falmouth to provide a confidential support group for parents raising children with emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. Information or registration, call Amy 774-454-7009. Presented by the Parent Information Network (PIN).

Heal Like A Mother - A Postpartum Depression Support Group

​Becoming a mother presents with a lot of challenges and for many woman this time can be very overwhelming and intense.  Whether you are a new mom or a mom well on her journey we welcome you to join us in a cozy, calming, open, honest and loving environment. Click here for more details about this group and weekly virtual meet-ups.

To find more, ​click here for Cape Cod Family Resource Center's Parent Education & Support Opportunities.