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Consider the Children

$50
Calendar Apr 16, 2025 at 5 pm

The divorce/separation of one’s parents is a major event in the life of a child. Consider the Children is a 4-hour parenting class focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

Topics include:

  • Grief and loss
  • Stress indicators in children
  • The long-term impact of parental conflict on children
  • Communication skills for parents who live separately
  • Strategies to help children in transition through visits

Consider the Children Seminar Workshops meet Lewis, Mason Pierce, and Thurston County Superior Court requirements mandating attendance at a four (4)-hour class designated to address the impact family restructuring has on children. All instructors have been approved by the courts. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance to give to your attorney, or file with the court clerk.This VIRTUAL 4-hour live seminar is focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

If you do not have access to a computer, you will also be able to access the class via phone call, tablet, or other smart device!

Register and submit payment by filling out the online form.

A fee of $50 will be charged to participants. Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

 Refund Policy

Dynamic Dads

$325
Calendar Apr 23, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 12 weeks

This program is a 14-week court approved, evidence-based parenting class for dads uses the award winning “Nurturing Fathers” curriculum, supplemented with discussion and presentations. It is a strength-based parenting group that provides an opportunity for dads to build and strengthen positive parenting attitudes and behaviors, while in the company of other dads on a pathway to becoming “Dynamic Dads.” When fathers are actively involved in their children’s lives, the whole family thrives.

Refund Policy

Payment plan available: $25 deposit plus 3 payments of $100.00, paid every four weeks.

Consider the Children

$50
Calendar Apr 25, 2025 at 9 am

The divorce/separation of one’s parents is a major event in the life of a child. Consider the Children is a 4-hour parenting class focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

Topics include:

  • Grief and loss
  • Stress indicators in children
  • The long-term impact of parental conflict on children
  • Communication skills for parents who live separately
  • Strategies to help children in transition through visits

Consider the Children Seminar Workshops meet Lewis, Mason Pierce, and Thurston County Superior Court requirements mandating attendance at a four (4)-hour class designated to address the impact family restructuring has on children. All instructors have been approved by the courts. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance to give to your attorney, or file with the court clerk.This VIRTUAL 4-hour live seminar is focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

If you do not have access to a computer, you will also be able to access the class via phone call, tablet, or other smart device!

Register and submit payment by filling out the online form.

A fee of $50 will be charged to participants. Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

 Refund Policy

Consider the Children

$50
Calendar May 3, 2025 at 9 am

The divorce/separation of one’s parents is a major event in the life of a child. Consider the Children is a 4-hour parenting class focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

Topics include:

  • Grief and loss
  • Stress indicators in children
  • The long-term impact of parental conflict on children
  • Communication skills for parents who live separately
  • Strategies to help children in transition through visits

Consider the Children Seminar Workshops meet Lewis, Mason Pierce, and Thurston County Superior Court requirements mandating attendance at a four (4)-hour class designated to address the impact family restructuring has on children. All instructors have been approved by the courts. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance to give to your attorney, or file with the court clerk.This VIRTUAL 4-hour live seminar is focused on strategies to support children who live separately from one or both parents.

If you do not have access to a computer, you will also be able to access the class via phone call, tablet, or other smart device!

Register and submit payment by filling out the online form.

A fee of $50 will be charged to participants. Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

Impact of Domestic Violence - Men

$155
Calendar May 3, 2025 at 9 am

This 4-hour class designed to assist parents in supporting children who have witnessed, or have been affected by domestic violence. Classes are gender specific

Topics include:

  • What is Domestic Violence?
  • .To what extent are children impacted by domestic violence?
  • What can parents do to help children?
  • What actions should parents avoid?
  • What are strategies for parenting after violence?
  • How do Moms and Dads interact after domestic violence?
  • What is the long-term impact of parental conflict on children?

Impact of Domestic Violence satisfies mandated parenting class requirements. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance.

Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

Impact of Domestic Violence - Women

$155
Calendar May 3, 2025 at 9 am

This 4-hour class designed to assist parents in supporting children who have witnessed, or have been affected by domestic violence. Classes are gender specific

Topics include:

  • What is Domestic Violence?
  • To what extent are children impacted by domestic violence?
  • What can parents do to help children?
  • What actions should parents avoid?
  • What are strategies for parenting after violence?
  • How do Moms and Dads interact after domestic violence?
  • What is the long-term impact of parental conflict on children?

Impact of Domestic Violence satisfies mandated parenting class requirements. Upon completion of this class you will be given a Certificate of Attendance.

Discounts are provided to those individuals who indicate they are low-income and unable to afford the full fee. To receive the reduction in fee, attendees are asked to call our office at (360) 754-7629 and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

Guiando Buenas Decisiones - Virtual

Free
Calendar May 8, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Guiando Buenas Decisiones       

Serie Criando Juntos

Esta serie de capacitación gratuita de 6 semanas basada en evidencia para padres y cuidadores está diseñada para ayudar a las familias a guiar a los niños a través del éxito en el hogar, la escuela y en la vida. Y ayudar a familias para fortalecer y clarificar las expectativas de comportamiento, mejorar las condiciones que promueven la unión dentro de la familia y enseñar habilidades que permitan a los niños resistir el consumo de drogas exitosamente. La serie combina debates, conferencias, actividades grupales y el apoyo social positivo de los compañeros para abordar las preocupaciones comunes de la crianza. Al finalizar esta serie recibirá un certificado de finalización.

Esta clase es impartida en español por un instructor de habla hispana. This class is taught in Spanish by a Spanish speaking instructor.

Guiding Good Choices - Virtual

Free
Calendar May 12, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Guiding Good Choices Parenting Series 

This free 6-week evidence-based training series for parents and caregivers is designed to help families guide children through success at home, school and in life. By assisting families to strengthen and clarify expectations for behavior, enhance the conditions that promote bonding within the family, and teach skills that allow children to resist drug use successfully. The series combines discussion, lectures, group activities and the positive social support of peers to address common parenting concerns. Upon completion of this series you will receive a certificate of completion.





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