The Parent Support Program holds monthly group meetings. The group meetings are held the 1st Thursday of each month from 6:00 – 7:00 PM on Microsoft Teams and the 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 6:00 – 7:00 PM in-person. For Parent Support and Parent Support Group/Program, please contact the Program Manager for an in-person intake meeting.
The Parent Support Program services are designed to assist concerned parents and caregivers of a youth or young adult experiencing one or more of the following challenges:
- Drug or alcohol abuse
- Mental health challenges
- Truancy and academic problems
- Chronic runaway behaviors
- Physical violence and abusive behaviors
- Self-harm and cutting
- Parent/child conflict
- Difficulty with interpersonal relationships
To learn more about parenting challenges, the following resources offer some immediate support:
https://www.samhsa.gov/underage-drinking/parent-resources
https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/about-child-trauma
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/protective/positiveparenting.htm
https://rhyclearinghouse.acf.hhs.gov/
Additional resources can be found on our Resource page.
Case Management
Short-term case management services offered to address parent/youth conflict.
- Consultation
- Brief family counseling
- Referrals and resources
Message from our Parent Support Manager.
Hi,
I’m Angie Thompson, It’s wonderful to meet you! I’m a former Special Education Teacher and Program Support Teacher at MMSD and SPASD. My commitment is to pairing with guardians, serving as a resource, and actively engaging with the community. Problem-solving with schools and making a positive impact are essential to me. I love that this is my job and my passion.
For more information call 608.245.2550, ext. 1230 or email the Program Coordinator angie.thompson@briarpatch.org.
