The Parent Education Program (PE) is a voluntary program that provides in-home parenting education and skill building for families that are at risk of losing their children to foster care or are attempting to reunite with their children again.

• Referrals for this program come from DSS and Liberty Resources 
• Referrals must have an open Preventive Services case.
• The assigned Parent Educator will offer services at a minimum of 1 hour per week and a max of 8 hours per week.  The need is determined through client assessments and case worker goals.
• Length of time in program varies by need. 
• Circle of Security
• Life Skills Mentor assigned if referred by Parent Educator and deemed appropriate 

Ultimate Goal: Provide parents with the tools and education they need to enhance their parenting skills and improve overall family interactions.

Improving parents and families knowledge in the following areas:

• Family interactions and safety
• Family health and child well-being
• Environment safety
• Parental capabilities
• Social and community life networking
• Self-sufficiency

Any questions regarding the Parent Education Program can be directed to:

Brittany Dinelli – Program Supervisor – 315-598-3980 ext. 266  bdinelli@ccoswego.com