Greater New Orleans LifeSkills & Anger Management Group

   Parenting Classes

"What can I learn? I'm already a good parent!
You can learn:
* Ways to manage your own anger as you guide your children through everyday problems and crises.
* How to help your children to grow in self-esteem.
* How to teach your children about problem solving and negotiation.
* How to break the cycle of hurt in families.

 

Maybe the question should be "What do you want to learn?" Come and tell us!

We provide on-going series of classes in English, Spanish and Sign Language for parents of children of all ages. Classes employ a wide range of methods, from discussion of theory to role-play, making the material accessible to all. Our approach is interactive, allowing for response to individual situations brought by participants. Topics related to basic issues of child development are addressed, along with participants unique personal challenges. All issues are examined in the context of respect for the child's basic human dignity.

Our series of parenting classes on non-violent parenting is designed to help families and caretakers understand children's development and practical ways to create a more peaceful home and more peaceful relationships between family members.
    

Parenting Classes

 

Many people believe parenting should come naturally - that you understand a lot of it by instinct and pick up the rest as you go along, with help from family and friends. But it can be valuable to learn parenting skills in a more structured way.