Parenting Resources

Below is a list of recommended resources put together by Defense Supply Center Richmond Family Programs:

Family Support Program at Greater Richmond SCAN – Support and education groups for parents. Childcare is offered for all evening groups. Call (804) 257-7226 or (804) 257-9866 for information or go to http://www.grscan.com/
Commonwealth Parenting Center – Parenting classes on a variety of topics. Parent consultations also available. Call (804) 545-1272 or go to www.commonwealthparentingcenter.org
Quality Child Care – For information on selecting and monitoring quality child care, contact the Virginia Cooperative Extension Office at (804) 751-4401
School Social Workers – Social workers are assigned to schools. They can be accessed through the child’s school. Attendance officers can assist with problems such as truancy, tardiness, etc.
School Guidance Counselors – Guidance counselors are available to talk with parents about parenting concerns. Contact your child’s school guidance office for more information

For Chesterfield County Residents:

Parent Consultations through Chesterfield Prevention Services – One to three free sessions with a parenting and child / adolescent development specialist to assist you with concerns about your child. Call (804) 768-7204
Chesterfield County Parent/Teacher Resource Center – Provides assistance to all parents and particularly parents of children with disabilities. Call (804) 743-3703

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