PARENTING EDUCATION
Parenting Education At-A-Glance
These classes assist parents in bonding, as well as understanding their children. This class helps parents develop skills to encourage, motivate, and empathize with their child, as well as offer practical parenting techniques. The class also involves conflict resolution and stress management skills. The classes are based on the Nurturing Parenting curriculum.
Referrals can be made by DCFS or by other agencies at the below pay scale.
Contacts
If you are a client, please contact your caseworker first and foremost. Below are individuals that can be contacted in the case of an emergency or for questions/concerns.
Christina Wilson
Parenting Education Supervisor
217-422-7864 ext. 101
Lindsay Lyon
Director of DCFS Supportive Services
217-422-7864 ext. 158