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Families First Parenting Programs builds positive relationships between parents and their children by educating both families and the professionals who serve them through inspiring, hands-on workshops. Our skilled workshop leaders stand beside parents and caregivers to lead them through the crucible of child rearing by transforming their experiences, doubts and fears into the knowledge and confidence they need to build positive discipline, communication, and self-esteem in families. Our training for professionals enhances their ability to better support and engage families. We help communities thrive by strengthening families first. Read about Families First
Over 90% of our Workshops are Grant Supported
We depend on contributions from caring people like you to help subsidize our programs for parents needing financial assistance. Our commitment to serving parents of all backgrounds frequently presents us with an opportunity to help parents dealing with abuse, homelessness, addiction, and a wide range of other challenging circumstances.
Discover more about the work of Families First. Watch our video. 
Support for Parents Affected by Recent Events in Haiti
Like much of the country, Families First Parenting Programs has been deeply moved by the devastating loss of life and suffering that has affected friends, relatives, and communities across the world as a result of the earthquake in Haiti and its aftermath. As Haiti deals with one of the worst natural disasters in its history, how will this affect the thousands of families and children who now have no place to call home, and friends and family members in this country who receive tragic news or are still uncertain about the whereabouts of their loved ones? Supporting the global relief effort and reaching out to members in our community who suffer personal losses are some answers to these questions and can provide a sense of positive contribution, power, and purpose.
During stressful and uncertain times, children and their parents both need an extra-protective layer of ego-strength, resilience, and optimism. We recognize that this is an incredibly difficult time for families affected by this tragedy. Please take some time to review our tips on helping children in the aftermath of a natural disaster. We hope that this handout, as well as other Families First resources, will help you provide comfort and a sense of safety for the children in your life while helping you deal with your own range of emotions.
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Families First will be hosting the 5th Annual Benefit Reception on April 7, 2010, at the Boston College Club, downtown Boston. For more information, please click on the title link.
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Families First has received three official Boston Marathon numbers from John Hancock Financial Services for the 2010 Boston Marathon. We were thrilled to have received such a generous gift from John Hancock four years in a row. For more information, please click on the title link.
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On October 23, 2009, approximately 230 guests gathered at the Mandarin Oriental, Boston for the 8th Annual Families First Fathers' Breakfast. Fathers from Massachusetts celebrated their role as a father and learned how Families First strengthens families from all life circumstances. We are thrilled to report that the breakfast was a great success! To read more, please click the above link.
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BNY Mellon was honored at the 2009 Boston Business Journal Corporate Citizenship Summit for their decade of support for Families First. To read more, click the above link.
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Families First is now on Facebook! Please click on the above link to join the cause!
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