Strengthening Families Since 1981
OUR MISSION
The Parenting Place is a community-based, non-profit organization whose mission is the prevention of child abuse and neglect through strengthening families since 1981.
OUR GOALS
To help families develop healthy parent-child relationships, to improve the futures of our children and ensure healthy families in our community.
What We Offer
We provide services to strengthen families across Montana
Our 12-week evidence-based Nurturing Parenting Program allows caregivers of children to connect and support each other in a non-judgmental and welcoming environment.
In a half-day presentation participants will learn how to avoid re-traumatization regardless of their role in the family, at the workplace, and in their communities.
PASTA a 8 or 10 week parenting program designed for relative or kinship caregivers who are not the biological parents of the children in their care.
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Parent Aide is a voluntary home visiting program that is here to help provide intensive support, information, and effective parenting tips. Our in-home visits are flexible and can be 1-2 hours, 1-2 times a week, or what works for you. We are here to help you focus on parental resilience & knowledge, social connections, and the safety of children.
Caregiver education opportunities provided in the Missoula Pre-Release Center and the Missoula County Detention Facility to learn more about parenting strategies and life skill sets.
Learning about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study is a great training for anyone who is interested about the effects of childhood trauma.
Parents Connect
Support Group
Parents Connect is a bi-monthly, virtual group for parents & caregivers to gather in a safe, non-judgmental space, where we support one another with the joys and challenges of caring for children. Our group provides free educational and evidence-based information on activities focusing on areas of self-care, routines, communication skills, healthy relationships, and more... Join us to create local connections and lets grow together!
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To report suspected child abuse and neglect please call:
