Parenting Classes in English and Spanish
Our parenting classes are intended for parents of teens seeking strategies for crisis-prevention or intervention. The classes also assist in developing a model of effective adult behavior for their maturing adolescent. Our 12-week curriculum is approved by the Orange County Department of Probation and Orange County Social Services Agency. Certificates of Completion are provided.
Curriculum
Session 1: Parenting Styles and Goals
Session 2: Developmental Life Stages
Session 3: Feelings and Coping Strategies
Session 4: Anger Management Skills
Session 5: Building Successful Communication Skills
Session 6: Setting Age Appropriate Limits
Session 7: Consequences and Encouragement vs. Punishment and Praise
Session 8: Family Roles, Boundaries, and Alliances
Session 9: Problem-Solving Strategies and Family Appreciation
Session 10: Drugs, Alcohol, and Defiance
Session 11: Single Parenting and Blended Families
Session 12: Your Role in Your Child’s Education
Classes are held in person at Casa Youth Shelter, Thursdays from 7:00pm-8:30pm. Participation in our shelter program is not required for participation. Parenting classes remain free of charge.
Questions? Please get in touch with Lupita Gutierrez, Chief Operating Officer at lgutierrez@casayouthshelter.org.
Las Clases Para Padres (en Español)
Teen Drop-In Group
For teens ages 12-17 and take place at Casa Youth Shelter. Classes will take place on Mondays 7:00-8:30pm. Teen Drop-In Group discussions are aligned with Parenting class topics.
