FAMILY support programs:
- We all need a little extra help from time to time. The following programs are available for eligible families and provide individualized, concrete, wrap-around support to assist families in becoming more self sufficient. If you are interested in joining one of these programs or would like more information, please call our office or email Robin Triplett, Family Services Coordinator, at robin@thechildrenscouncil.org.
ADOLESCENT PARENTING PROGRAM
This free program serves pregnant and first time parenting teens between the ages of 13 and 19. The program’s goal is to support teens staying in school, deliver and raise healthy children, and to offer support through the trials of becoming a parent. As a teen parent, this program can help you…
· Receive your high school diploma or G.E.D.
· Receive college readiness and enrollment
· Receive job readiness
· Receive one-on-one attention from staff to help you achieve your goals
· Be a strong, positive role model for your child
Through home visits, group meetings, social outings, and a lending library of educational toys and materials, we work to support young parents so they can support their children.
This free program serves pregnant and first time parenting teens between the ages of 13 and 19. The program’s goal is to support teens staying in school, deliver and raise healthy children, and to offer support through the trials of becoming a parent. As a teen parent, this program can help you…
· Receive your high school diploma or G.E.D.
· Receive college readiness and enrollment
· Receive job readiness
· Receive one-on-one attention from staff to help you achieve your goals
· Be a strong, positive role model for your child
Through home visits, group meetings, social outings, and a lending library of educational toys and materials, we work to support young parents so they can support their children.
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WCCI Adolescent Parenting ConversationTake a few minutes and treat yourself to this great video, featuring our very own Marie Brumfield! This is a great opportunity to learn more about our Adolescent Parenting Program. This presentation was provided by the Watauga Compassionate Community Initiative (WCCI) weekly Wednesday call. Marie shares with us stories of resiliency and connection of both young mothers and fathers alike.
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WHO NEEDS A CHANGE? DIAPER BANK
Who Needs a Change? of the High Country is a diaper bank that supplies diapers Watauga County parents. The Children's Council serves as the hub and distributes diapers to families in need in the High Country. Currently during the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have partnered with the Hunger & Health Coalition to ensure that families are able to pick up resources they need in one place. We are working to eliminate the diaper need in our community. We believe all children deserve equal care and basic necessities. Our goal is to help improve children's lives continually through community support. Every Watauga County parent in need is eligible to receive 2 packs of diapers per month per child absolutely free. However, we do operate by donations only, so there is a chance we may not have your particular size in stock. There are some instances in which we are completely out of stock due to low donation volumes. For more information, you can email Matt: matt@thechildrenscouncil.org |
Want to volunteer for our diaper bank? Hold a diaper drive at your home, school, church, or anywhere you think would be a good location! We also welcome monetary donations! If your child has grown out of his or her old diapers, we accept open packages, so please contact us to coordinate! Contact: matt@thechildrenscouncil.org
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