
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


Nurturing Parenting Program
Our 12-week Nurturing Parenting Program allows caregivers of children and teens to connect and support each other in a non-judgmental and welcoming environment.


Our 12-week 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 evidence-based 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.

Forming Foundations –
A Connections Community
Forming Foundations is a weekly gathering for female caregivers with young children three and under. Our group provides free educational and evidence-based information on activities focusing on areas of sleep, feeding, and developmental milestones in a safe, non-judgmental space. Join us to create local connections and lets grow together.
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To report suspected child abuse and neglect please call:

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WAYS TO GIVE
Gary Muralt Memorial Match
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