Strong Couples-Strong Children is a free program that supports new or expectant parents with relationship skill sessions, family care services and fatherhood support. People are excited about what Strong Couples-Strong Children has to offer! Interested in participating?
You are eligible to participate if you:
- Are 18 or older
- Are an unmarried couple living in Durham County, N.C.
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Are expecting a baby, or have a baby 3 months old or younger
- it's okay if this is not your first pregnancy,
we accept couples with older children in the household - Have a combined income of under $40,000
- Are hoping to stay together
Relationship Skills Sessions
Participants attend weekly group sessions that focus on better communication, problem solving, financial management and parenting skills. Sessions are held weekly for 12 weeks, on a rotating schedule of evenings or weekends. Dinner, childcare and transportation are provided. In the sessions you will be able to socialize and have fun with other couples.
Family Care Coordination
Each couple is assigned a Family Care Coordinator who mee5ts with you to create family goals, links you to needed community resources, provide ongoing support, and assist you with any barriers that may prevent you from attending sessions.
Fatherhood Support
For the men, a Fatherhood Support Coordinator provides assistance with practical kinds of fatherhood concerns, offers support and information to help dads adjust to the role of father, and adds a male presence and perspective.
- As a couple you will receive up to $200 in gift cards for completing the program.
- You will receive other kinds of thank you gifts such as baby supplies and helpful information packets.
- Dinner, childcare and transportation are provided at the weekly sessions.
- You will have the opportunity to socialize and have fun with other couples like you!