Our Programs
Questions? Call 802-862-2121 or Contact jackie@thefamilyroomvt.org
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Parents in Recovery Group
Tuesdays, 1:30-2:30
Supportive playgroup for parents in recovery.
Parents of Teens Support Group
First and Third Tuesdays
Support group for parents of teenagers
Postpartum Playgroup
Fridays, 10:30-12:00
Our time together will center around social connections, peer support, infant development and movement / breathing practices for stress reduction.
Facilitated by Dayva Savio and Emily Padua, program staff. Dayva@thefamilyroomvt.org or Emily@thefamilyroomvt.org
Dads Matter
Offered by appointment
Individualized case management to help fathers work towards goals around parenting, getting basic needs met, and navigating systems.
Family Play
Thursdays, 9:00 -12:00 starting in October
Come to the Family Room anytime between 9-12:00 for community building, fun learning activities for your children aged 0-5, and social connections for caregivers. Leave with a full belly and new friends.
Early Months (Baby Massage)
Wednesdays, 10:30-12:00
A soothing environment to learn and practice massage techniques for babies. Drop-in. Ages: until they are old enough to crawl away.
Crawlers, Waddlers and Toddlers
Mondays, 10:00-12:00
A playgroup for children 0-36 months and their caregivers. Must show proof of covid19 vaccination.
Dads Night
Tuesdays 4:00-7:00
Playgroup and dinner for dads and their kids. Must show proof of covid19 vaccination.
Computer Literacy
Wednesdays 4:30-6:30, Thursdays, 4:30-6:30
Fridays 11:00-12:30
Computer literacy sessions for adults with individualized support in a group setting.
Family Play at the Gardens
Thursdays 9:00-12:00 at the Ethan Allen Homestead Community Garden through September
Enjoy time outdoors with your children- no gardening experience necessary! Workshops, technical support, projects for kids, and you can even grow in your own (or help with a shared) plot! At the Ethan Allen Homestead Community Gardens
Pantry
Arranged with your Family Strengthening Worker
Our pantry supports healthy families and prevents and responds to crises by providing food, community resources and referrals for food security, and other household necessities like diapers and clothing.
Building Strong Families Clinic
Offered By Appointment
The clinic is designed to give parents and children of immigrant families a comfortable and secure place to be their authentic selves with health care providers. The clinic also provides interpreting services and connects families to community support resources and to other parents in their neighborhood.