Adult caregivers raising children and teenagers are often hard-pressed on all sides, as they strive to raise healthy, productive, and responsible young people. To help caregivers deal with the problems of raising their children and adolescents, Garfield Park Academy offers a year-long Parent Education Program (PEP).
This year, in response to the growing needs of our families, the program expanded to meet twice a month, offering support group sessions and topic presentations. The programs are offered virtually to allow more parents a chance to participate.
“We encourage mutual respect between the caregiver and child, and teach strategies to foster cooperation, responsibility, and self-reliance,: said Audra Snyder, LCSW, Director of Social Work. “There are always opportunities for caregivers to share their feelings, find support, and get encouragement from other group members.”
