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Dynamic Dads Wednesdays

$325
Calendar Oct 14, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 14 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 4 payments of $75.00, paid every two weeks.

Impact of Domestic Violence - Women

$155
Calendar Oct 17, 2026 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 or email accounting@fess.org and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

Impact of Domestic Violence - Men

$155
Calendar Oct 24, 2026 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 or email accounting@familyess.org and provide proof of low-income status.

Refund Policy

QPR - Suicide Prevention

Free
Calendar Oct 28, 2026 at 5:30 pm

We can all save lives

QPR is a 2 hour evidence-based training providing practical and proven suicide prevention strategies for work, school, at home and in your community.

What to Expect

Through lecture, videos and practice, you will be able to respond confidently to emergency situations. Skills and topics include:

  • How Suicide is a Public Health Emergency
  • Recognizing Risk Factors & Warning Signs of Suicide
  • Understanding the Myths & Facts of Suicide
  • Learning About Direct and Indirect Clues of Someone At Risk for Suicide
  • Learn About the Behavioral Clues Related to Suicide
  • Learn the Situational Clues Related to Suicide
  • Question - Learn How to Ask About Suicide (and Learn How NOT to Ask About Suicide)
  • Persuade - Learn How to Influence a Person to Seek Ongoing Help
  • Refer - Learn How to Refer and Support a Person to Resources

QPR - Suicide Prevention

Free
Calendar Nov 19, 2026 at 11:30 am

We can all save lives

QPR is a 2 hour evidence-based training providing practical and proven suicide prevention strategies for work, school, at home and in your community.

What to Expect

Through lecture, videos and practice, you will be able to respond confidently to emergency situations. Skills and topics include:

  • How Suicide is a Public Health Emergency
  • Recognizing Risk Factors & Warning Signs of Suicide
  • Understanding the Myths & Facts of Suicide
  • Learning About Direct and Indirect Clues of Someone At Risk for Suicide
  • Learn About the Behavioral Clues Related to Suicide
  • Learn the Situational Clues Related to Suicide
  • Question - Learn How to Ask About Suicide (and Learn How NOT to Ask About Suicide)
  • Persuade - Learn How to Influence a Person to Seek Ongoing Help
  • Refer - Learn How to Refer and Support a Person to Resources

Dynamic Dads Thursdays

$325
Calendar Nov 19, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 14 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.

QPR - Suicide Prevention

Free
Calendar Jan 20, 2027 at 5:30 pm

We can all save lives

QPR is a 2 hour evidence-based training providing practical and proven suicide prevention strategies for work, school, at home and in your community.

What to Expect

Through lecture, videos and practice, you will be able to respond confidently to emergency situations. Skills and topics include:

  • How Suicide is a Public Health Emergency
  • Recognizing Risk Factors & Warning Signs of Suicide
  • Understanding the Myths & Facts of Suicide
  • Learning About Direct and Indirect Clues of Someone At Risk for Suicide
  • Learn About the Behavioral Clues Related to Suicide
  • Learn the Situational Clues Related to Suicide
  • Question - Learn How to Ask About Suicide (and Learn How NOT to Ask About Suicide)
  • Persuade - Learn How to Influence a Person to Seek Ongoing Help
  • Refer - Learn How to Refer and Support a Person to Resources

QPR - Suicide Prevention

Free
Calendar Feb 8, 2027 at 11:30 am

We can all save lives

QPR is a 2 hour evidence-based training providing practical and proven suicide prevention strategies for work, school, at home and in your community.

What to Expect

Through lecture, videos and practice, you will be able to respond confidently to emergency situations. Skills and topics include:

  • How Suicide is a Public Health Emergency
  • Recognizing Risk Factors & Warning Signs of Suicide
  • Understanding the Myths & Facts of Suicide
  • Learning About Direct and Indirect Clues of Someone At Risk for Suicide
  • Learn About the Behavioral Clues Related to Suicide
  • Learn the Situational Clues Related to Suicide
  • Question - Learn How to Ask About Suicide (and Learn How NOT to Ask About Suicide)
  • Persuade - Learn How to Influence a Person to Seek Ongoing Help
  • Refer - Learn How to Refer and Support a Person to Resources




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