Parents face unique challenges, and there are resources to help. Below is a list of parenting resources offered in Utah County. A few are in person, but most are online, including some downloadable courses you can take by yourself without an instructor. We will update this list as class availability changes.
Last updated: 3/1/2022
Class Name and Description (A-Z)
Check out Utah Valley Drug Prevention Coalition’s additional resources for parents.
| Changes Parent Support Network Support group for families with children struggling with substance misuse, suicide, running away and healthy relationships. 801-709-3993 Saturdays at 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Online: cpsn.org |
| Connection At Connect we invite crucial conversations between parents and allies of LGBTQ+ family members. Thursdays at 6 PM (MST) Online: Visit encircletogether.org/online to join the Zoom meeting. |
| DCFS Parenting Class Classes are free of charge and parents who participate in all 10 classes receive a $25 Smith’s gift card. There are separate Spanish and English classes each week. English speaking parents: Brad Hammel at brad.hammel@projectreality.net Registrese en Espanol: Aurora Howell at aurora.howell@projectreality.net |
| ENCIRCLE LIVE LGBTQ+ stories in Utah County, the state, and beyond. For parents and community members looking to learn more about Utah County’s LGBTQ+ community. Wednesdays at 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Online: Visit encircletogether.org/online to join the Zoom meeting. |
| EveryDay Strong Download the EveryDay Strong Handbook for quick tips on how to support kids and teens mental health. Online: unitedwayuc.org/get-involved/everyday-strong |
| Family-to-Family Eleven-week class for families with an adult loved one living with a mental health condition hosted by Nami. Available in English and Spanish Register Online: namiut.org/our-programs/for-families-caregivers/nami-family-to-family |
| Family Support Group Empowering support group for family members, partners, and friends of individuals living with a mental health condition. Hosted by Nami. For more information contact Angela Petersen (801) 400-3516 or namiangelapetersen@gmail.com Available in English and Spanish Register at: form.jotform.com/201345569643156 Registrese en Espanol: form.jotform.com/201345569643156 |
| Families Talking Together One time, two hour class for parents with youth ages 10-14. Centro Hispano ofrece el programa Familias Hablando Unidas virtualmente y en persona en español e inglés. Únase a nuestro programa GRATUITO de 2 horas (para padres con jóvenes de 10 a 14 años). ¡Usted PUEDE hacer la diferencia! Obtenga más información enviando un correo electrónico a Abraham a abrahamh@centrohispanouc.org Centro Hispano georgec@centrohispanouc.org o sueyzenf@centrohispanouc.org Available in English and Spanish Classes available online and in-person |
| Grandfamilies Relatives raising relatives, program for parents, children and youth. Wasatch Mental Health Lauren Rencher 801-852-4491 Classes available in-person |
| Lunch with Lisa Lunch with Lisa provides a space for uncomfortable, empowering, and life-changing conversations to happen. It gives parents the opportunity to build a community of support, both online and in person, as they share sorrows, strength, & successes relevant to being a parent of an LGBTQ+ child. Classes available online and in-person Tuesdays at 12:00 Noon Address: Encircle 91 W 200 S, Provo, UT 84601 Online: encircletogether.org/provo |
| Nami Basics Six-week class for parents of children up to 18 who have a mental or behavioral health condition. Hosted by Nami. For more information contact Angela Petersen (801) 400-3516 or namiangelapetersen@gmail.com Register Online: namiut.org/our-programs/for-families-caregivers/nami-basics Available in English and Spanish |
| Parent Guidance Courses These free online parenting courses developed by mental health experts provide therapeutic support to empower and give hope as parents support their child’s mental health. Online: parentguidance.org |
| Relationship Classes A variety of family and relationship classes are available. Healthy relationships Utah Online: Healthyrelationshipsutah.org |
| Strengthening Families Family-style dinner served each week followed by separate classes for parents and children. Parents and children meet together after separate meetings. *To qualify at least one family member must have Medicaid. Hosted by Wasatch Behavioral Health. Classes available in-person Provo (Parkview BLDG) 801-373-4765 American Fork Family Clinic 801-763-5010 Payson Family Clinic 801-852-3805 For more information, visit wasatch.org/strengthening-families |
| Stronger Families Project The UVU Stronger Families Project is an educational, family-based program one night a week for 8 weeks. Using an evidence-based, nationally-recognized curriculum, we teach both parents and children how to improve their interaction and emotional patterns within the family. Classes are available online and in-person. Register: uvu.edu/sfp/families.html |
| Welcome Baby/Baby Your Baby Classes, home visits and resources available for new parents. Se habla Espanol. Utah County Health Department health.utahcounty.gov/pregnant-moms-babies/ |
| Nurturing Parenting Free 8-week class for all parents to learn basics of child development and parenting. This class is offered in groups on-site, one-on-one virtually or in-home. Hosted by Family Haven. For more information contact Diane Clave parentadvocate@family-haven.org |
| Peer-to-Peer 8 week course for individuals with mental health conditions hosted by Nami. For more information contact Angela Petersen (801) 400-3516 or namiangelapetersen@gmail.com Register at: https://form.jotform.com/2013 Available in English and Spanish |
| Parenting the Love and Logic Way™ virtual workshop This FREE course teaches parents how to raise responsible kids and enjoy parenting. Participants will learn how to end power struggles with their children, teach responsibility, and prevent arguments. Classes are free but you must register to attend. Must be 18 or older. Hosted by Nebo School District. 2 courses taught each year Fall and Spring. Online course for information reach out to Aubree.judkins@nebo.edu |