Budget
$200,000.00
Description
Launched in 2022, the Teen Impact: Parenting Series (TIPS) is designed to nurture and support young parents, improving parenting skills and the likelihood of graduating from high school. In partnership with area high schools, The Family Center provides in person and virtual programming.
Beneficiaries
Adolescents
Families
At-Risk Populations
Program Areas Served
Davidson and Rutherford Counties

Budget
$150,000.00
Description
The Family Center is passionate about helping our community understand the devastating effects of childhood trauma. Working directly with families helped us realize that the systems in which they interact need to understand and effectively respond to historical trauma as well. We provide professional training for staff who work with or on behalf of children, parents, and families; expert training as well as coaching to help partners embrace and work toward integrating trauma-informed cultures, including practices and policies. Partners include Davidson County Juvenile Court, Davidson and Rutherford County jails, Knox County jails, and more. Training topics include: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Understanding the link between child maltreatment and adult health and well-being; The role of life experiences in shaping brain development; Correctional Wellness; Organizational Wellness; Trauma-Informed Care.
Beneficiaries
Adults
Program Areas Served
None

Budget
$550,000.00
Description
Positive Parenting... Plus! 6-8 weekly group sessions strengthen parenting skills and promote understanding of child development. Interactive program uses discussion, hands-on activities, and peer support to increase understanding/awareness of children's needs and promote positive parent-child attachment. Provided through Community Partners: Fall Hamilton, Dudley HeadStart, Richland HeadStart, Salvation Army, Rutherford County - Correctional Work Center and Adult Detention Centers, Davidson County Sheriff's Office Metro Jail, Knox County Jail, Davidson County Drug Court, The Next Door, Patterson Park Community Center, and more. Uses nationally recognized Nurturing Parenting curriculum; topics include child development, understanding and managing children's behavior, and ACEs. In community-based groups, children's group topics mirror parents and a family meal is provided.
Beneficiaries
Families
Formerly incarcerated people & incarcerated people
Adults
Program Areas Served
None

Budget
$450,000.00
Description
Nurturing Families - 2-generational approach through individualized 1:1 family coaching that can take place in the home or in community locations, focused on understanding ACEs impact on health and wellbeing, building secure attachment between children and parents, and working on self-identified family goals. Families meet weekly for up to 4 to 16 sessions and learn/practice skills and techniques that enhance communication, understanding, and relationships. Sessions include parent coaching activities, family activities, children's activities, and a review of progress on family goals. Expanded to serve families of incarcerated parents through collaborations with jails in both Rutherford and Davidson Counties in FY19.
Beneficiaries
Families
Formerly incarcerated people & incarcerated people
At-Risk Populations
Program Areas Served
None