Parent Education

PCAK has been the umbrella organization for statewide parent education, support and self-help groups for more than 15 years.  Through our network of parent education groups, parents are able to discuss common concerns and challenges facing them as parents.  Referrals to these groups come from the court system, Child Protective Services, mental health centers, as well as from individuals who want to become better parents.  Many of the groups offer free transportation and child care.

The goal of self help, parent education and support group services are to produce behavioral changes in participants that will result in safety, well-being and permanency for children and family members. 

Parent education and support groups are comprised of parents who convene to discuss parenting issues in a variety of ways, including but not limited to group discussion, structured programs and/or guest speakers provided under the sponsorship of private, non-profit corporations. PCAK supports the philosophy that an effective parent education program should be held on a weekly basis for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks.  PCAK supports the use of evidence-based curriculum to guide these education groups.


For more information on self help, parent education and support group services, please contact Laura Chowning at lchowning@pcaky.org.