Parent Education and Consultation Program (PECP)
Provides a curriculum-based, psycho-educational group for parents of children and teens who are at risk for placement, are in placement or who have come to the attention of the Department of Social Services. The program focuses on increasing parental understanding of children and teen development, enhancing parenting skills, and changing parental attitudes toward children's behaviors. Classroom and in-home consultation is also provided as needed. Each class consists of a 10 week session, though some groups are longer and run up to 24 weeks. Services are provided from a trauma informed approach and uses an evidence based curriculum.
Program Information
Eligibility
Parents of children from birth to 18 years
Application Process
Referrals are initiated by the Department of Social Services and Probation; self-referrals are accepted on a limited basis
Required Documentation
Call for required documentation
Fees
None
Contact Info
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Business Line
Website:
https://www.northernrivers.org/
Address:
60 Academy RoadAlbany NY 12208
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