What I liked most about Arbor Circle is that when I was in need most they were there for me, and helped me stay warm throughout the night when I barely knew them.
Muskegon Parents’ Initiative
Muskegon Parents’ Initiative is a coalition in Muskegon County working to increase parent education resources and to support parents in knowing they are not alone and that support is available to build strong families.
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Local Resources
Parenting Skills Classes
In Home Parenting Support
Parent Support Groups
Support for parents who have lost a child
Groups for Foster and Adoptive Parents
Arbor Circle Events Calendar
MyAlliance Events Calendar
Parentville.org
CDC Resources for Expecting & New Parents
The Dad Movement Youtube
Become a Trusted Messenger
Trusted Messengers are individuals that help parents navigate the challenge of raising a family. They share components of the Conscious Discipline program in group settings to help parents and community members as they work with children. To learn more about becoming a Trusted Messenger in Muskegon County, view the flyers linked below.
Trusted Messenger – Human Services Professionals
Trusted Messenger – Community Members
Conscious Discipline
Conscious Discipline is a transformational way of connecting with kids. Conscious Discipline started as a program for child care centers and schools, but has since developed content to support parents as well. When we all focus on connecting with children and teaching them how to understand and express their emotions and needs, we build cooperation, relationships, and the skills for later success. The Muskegon Parents’ Initiative provides Conscious Discipline as a way to empower our community to share parenting support and to create a common language as we all connect with kids. To learn more about Conscious Discipline, view the links below.
Goals of Muskegon Parents’ Initiative:
1. To connect and increase parenting resources for families in Muskegon County and prevent duplication.
2. To create a culture of acceptance and support for parenting education throughout Muskegon County.
3. To engage community members to be a resource and connection for families in their own neighborhoods.
