Parent Education Resource Directory

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Parent Education Directory 8550 Balboa Boulevard | Suite 150 Northridge, CA 91325

This directory was created to provide information about organizations that offer parenting classes and co-parenting that are free or with sliding scale fee. Please contact the agency directly to verify that the class being offered is appropriate to the age of your child. Some classes also meet the requirements of Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) or court ordered classes. We encourage parents of children attending schools in LAUSD to contact their Parent Center for free parenting classes.

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The Child and Family Guidance Center is a LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) contractor that provides Specialized Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services to children, transition age youth, and adults utilizing evidence-based treatment interventions (EBPs) that are consistent with LAC/DMH Mental Health Services Act (MHSA).

The Center also provides families with access to a comprehensive continuum of services depending on the needs of the family ranging from once a week; time limited mental services (PEI) to intensive in-home services that are delivered several times a week with 24-7 availability for crises.

Community Resource Services is a division dedicated to improving the quality of life for special needs children and their families by helping them to locate, access and effectively use essential community health and social services.

Table of Contents Free Parenting Classes

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Parenting Classes with Sliding Scale Fee

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Co-Parenting

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Free Parenting Classes Because I Love You (BILY) (818) 884- 8242 Email: Bily1982@aol.com www.BILY.org BILY is a bilingual support group for parents and teens (12+) who have behavioral problems (attitude, substance abuse, running away and curfew). Support group run by parents. Ongoing groups. No need for preregistration. Parents can attend without the youth.

These classes are offered via zoom 5 times a week and meet the requirements for DCFS and courtordered parents. Email Dennis to join a group.

Glendale Community College –Parent Education Program 1500 North Verdugo Road Glendale, CA 91208 (818) 243-5196 Front Desk https://www.garfield.glendale.edu/programs/par ent-education Coordinator: Sofiya Nazari (818) 240-1000, Ext 5670 Snazari@glendale.edu FREE classes. Classes in-person and online live classes, mornings, afternoons, and evening. They offer two programs: - Positive Parenting classes for parents of all aged children, teens, and young adults.

- Parent Participation/Parent Child classes for parents or caregivers with children birth to age six. Children are offered preschool experience and curriculum, and parents learn parenting skills and child development through group discussions, lectures and observations.

These classes meet the requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents.

Child and Family Guidance Center Community Family Center 19100 Parthenia Street, Suite # 4 Northridge, CA 91324 (818) 739-5002 www.childguidance.org They offer parenting classes for parents of children of all ages. The classes are in Spanish only. Classes are 1 1/2 hours for 20 weeks (about 4 and a half months). These classes meet the requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents.

Zoom Sessions Wednesday from 5:30pm-7:00pm Panorama City Community Resource Center 7868 Van Nuys Boulevard Panorama City, CA 91402 (213) 438-5497 www.communityresourcecenterla.org/locations/panora ma-city They offer free, culturally focused health education resources and programs designed to promote wellness and healthy living. Different programs: - Free health screenings for blood pressure Health education classes on parenting, healthy cooking and managing asthma, diabetes or weight Zumba and yoga classes

El Nido Family Centers 11243 Glenoaks Boulevard, Unit 4 Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 896-7776 www.elnidofamilycenters.org Classes are in English and Spanish. Classes are generally 12-weeks long and are offered at various sites throughout the San Fernando Valley.

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Family Source Centers www.neweconomicsforwomen.org The Family Source Centers offer educational services for families. Classes are in English and Spanish. Classes are 1 hour for 12 weeks on-line only.

Los Angeles Unified School District Parent Resource for School and Family Support Services (SFSS) Parent Workshops (213) 241-6701 https://www.lausd.org/Page/16784 Email: spedsfss@lausd.et Free virtual workshops are being offered in English and Spanish for all LAUSD parents.

They are geared towards informing and preparing parents on how to help their child succeed in school. The following workshops are offered: -

Making the Home to School Connection Graduation and Completion Requirements for Students with Disabilities Tips and Tools for Positive Communication and Collaboration at IEP Meetings Dyslexia Basics for Parents Autism Understanding the Least Restrictive Environment for Your Child Proactive Parenting Leadership Cadre (PPLC) Session 1: Introduction to Positive Behavior Support Session 2: Successful Implementation of Support and Strategies Session 3: Escalation Cycle, Home/School Collaboration

- Canoga Park - New Economics for Women 21400 Saticoy Avenue Canoga Park, CA 91303 (818) 887-3872 - South Valley - New Economics for Women 6946 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite # 220 Van Nuys, CA 91405 (818) 786-4098 New Directions for Youth 7315 Lankershim Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91605 (818) 503-6330 www.ndfy.org Parenting classes are in English and Spanish. Classes are 1½ 2 hours and are ongoing; you can join any time. It is a 12-week program. Classes are offered in person and on-line. Classes offered at various sites in the San Fernando Valley. These classes meet the requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents.

Panorama City Location 14547 Titus Street Panorama City, CA 91402

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Parenting Classes with Sliding Scale Fee Advantage Counseling Services 6205 Laurel Canyon Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91606 (818) 508-7344 https://www.advantagefamilyservices.com/ Contact: Dr. Elsa Salguero Email: esalguero@aol.com Classes are held in English on Tuesday via zoom. They are 1-hour sessions for 12 weeks. Registration must be in person Fee: - $25 for enrollment - $30 per session/zoom

Safety Alliance Group Inc. Family Support Agency 13173 Osborne Street Pacoima, CA 91331 (818) 455-2152 https://safetyalliancegroup.org/inicio/ Safety Alliance Group is a family support and educational services agency. They offer counseling, court approved parenting classes, and anger management to people in need. Classes are held via zoom.

Fee: $20 per class

The H.E.L.P. Group Parent Group Facilitator Yesenia Ramirez (818) 267-2783 www.thehelpgroup.org Classes are via telehealth in English, Spanish. Classes are 1 hour for 20 weeks. Call to Register. These classes meet the requirements for DCFS, and court ordered. Fee based on a sliding scale.

Valley Center for the Prevention of Family Violence 6850 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite #202 Van Nuys, CA 91405 (818) 786-2079 www.preventionoffamilyviolence.com Classes are in English and Spanish. The classes are 1 ½ hour per week. These classes meet the requirements of DCFS and court-ordered parenting.

Fee: - $40 for enrollment - $30 per session

Monday 6:30pm-7:30pm Center for Children and Youth https://ccy.jfcs.org/services-for-families/parentsplace/ Classes are held in English. Offers interactive parenting workshops online. Different topics: Sleeping, eating, and toileting issues; Positive guidance strategies; Sibling rivalry; Learning challenges; ADHD and anxiety; Anger management; Limit setting boundaries; Building selfesteem and social skills; Healthy communication; Highly sensitive children; Resiliency and coping skills; Encouraging cooperation; Separation and divorce.

Fee: Depending on the workshop $25 and up.

Valley Family Center 302 South Brand Boulevard San Fernando, CA 91340 (818) 365-8588 www.valleyfamilycenter.org Classes are in English and Spanish. Classes are 1 ½ hours and sessions are 16, 26 and 52-weeks long. These classes meet the requirements for DCFS and courtordered parents. Enrollment and classes are via Zoom.

Fee: - $15 Registration in person - $15 per class via Zoom

Co-Parenting Classes

What is Co-Parenting?

Coparenting or co-parenting describes a parenting situation where the parents are not in a marriage, cohabitation or romantic relationship with one another. In the United States the term coRevised 2024 | 4 The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.

parenting is often used to describe the relationship between two separated or divorced parents attempting to parent their shared children.

Agency or Individual A Cornerstone Counseling Center (805) 390-6384 www.cornerstonesv.com 1633 Erringer Road, Suite #203B Simi Valley, CA 93065 568 S. Brand Boulevard, San Fernando, CA 91340 7277 Valjean Avenue Van Nuys, CA 91406 Advantage Counseling Services 6205 Laurel Canyon Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91606 (818) 508-7344

Valley Center for the Prevention of Family Violence 6850 Van Nuys Boulevard, Suite #202 Van Nuys, CA 91401 (818) 786-2079 www.preventionoffamilyviolence.com High Conflict Solutions (877) 874-1365 www.highconflictsolutions.com

Child Sharing www.parentingprograms.com On-Line Co-Parenting Classes

Qualifications Coordinator: Scott T. Barella, MS, LMFT Email: cornerstoneb@aol.com Fee total $675 Language skills: English and Spanish Length of Program: 10 hours over 4 sessions Attendance: Parents attend individually or together Class Size: 5-15 participants Number of years’ experience: 30+ Meet requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents Classes are offered via zoom.

Coordinador: Elsa Salguero, Ph.D Email: esalguero@aol.com Fee per parent per session: $25 for enrollment, and $30 each session Language skills: English, and Spanish Length of Program: 12 weeks Attendance: Parents can attend together or separately Class Size: 16 participants Number of years’ experience: 15+ Coordinator: Virginia Baldioli, MA, MFCC Fee per parent per session: $40 for enrollment, and $30 each session Language skills: English and Spanish Length of Program: 16 and 52-weeks, 1.5 hours class Attendance: Parents can attend together or separately Class Size: 15 participants Number of years’ experience: 25 Meet requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents Coordinator: AlbertR. Gibbs, Ph.D. & Donald Gordon, Ph.D. E-mail: staff@divorce-education.com Fee: $129.95; $25 low-income fee waiver Language skills: English only Length of Program :10Hours Attendance: Online format.

Number of years’ experience: 30+ Years

Coordinator: Diana Libs To Register: on-line Class Format: Two classes: 1) Co-Parenting for Families Raising Children Between Two Homes; 2) Parenting During Divorce: The Challenge of Change Fee per parent: $49.99 for 4 hours, $69.99 for 6 hours, and $89.00 for 8 hours Language skills: English and Spanish Length of Program: 4, 6, 8, 10- and 12-hours online class format Attendance: Classes are offered on-line accessible 24 hours Meet requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents

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Course for Parents https://courseforparents.com/states/CA On-Line Co-Parenting Classes

Mastering the Art of Co-Parenting Encino, CA 91436 (310) 741-6033 www.reneeleff.com

Parenting and Relationship Counseling Foundation (PaRC) 15545 Devonshire Street, Suite #208 Granada Hills, CA 91345 (818) 891-8477 www.theparcfoundation.com

Divorced Coparenting (916) 933-5011 www.divorcedcoparenting.com

To Register: on-line California Parent Education Class with a Certificate of Completion $25 for 4 hours, $45 for 8 hours, $65 for 12 hours, $85 for 16 hours.

Language Skills: English only Attendance: Classes are offered on-line accessible 24 hours Meet requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents Coordinator: Renee Leff, MFT, JD Email: reneeleff@reneeleff.com Fee per parent per session: $100 sliding scale Language skills: English only Length of Program: Minimum of 10 hours or whatever the court order states Attendance: Parents can attend together or separately Class Size: 10 individuals Number of years’ experience: 21 years Coordinator: Dr. Faye Snyder Email: info@theparcfoundation.com Fee: $250-$300 (sessions of 3 hours on Saturday for 4 weeks) Language skills: English only Length of Program: 4 sessions (3 hours each) Attendance: Parents can attend together or separately on-line Class Size: Maximum 12 individuals Number of years’ experience: 22 years Meet requirements for DCFS and court-ordered parents Coordinator: Alisa Holleron, LCSW Fee: $49.99 Language skills: English only Length of Program :10-hour Program Attendance: Online format self-paced.

Number of years’ experience: 30Years

Revised 2024 | 6 The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.

The agencies on this document are listed for informational purposes only. No endorsement of the quality of services is intended by Community Resource Services of the Child and Family Guidance Center.