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Parenting Link
Parenting Link, a program of INFO LINE of San Diego County, offers a comprehensive database of parenting classes and in-home parenting support programs. Live call center staffed from 8:00am – 6:00pm Monday – Friday.
Call: 1.866.432.6454 or 619.297.9600
Web: www.informsandiegofamilies.com
Parenting Skills Training Classes
Alpha of San Diego, Inc. offers ongoing parenting classes on Tuesdays. Classes are also offered in Spanish. The fee is based on a sliding scale.
Call: 619.285.9999
Web: www.alphabhs.org
Infant/Child CPR for Friends & Family
Palomar Pomerado Health System’s Health Concern offers a CPR & First Aid class for parents. The fee is $25 per person. Parents will learn how to relieve an obstructed airway and perform CPR on infants and children under eight years of age. Parents will also learn how to handle common childhood injuries and emergencies. This class does not include course participation card. Classes are ongoing.
Call: 1.800.628.2880
Web: www.pph.org
Parent Participation Classes
New parents, older parents, and grandparents are all welcome to participate in classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents. Parenting information, support, activities, and socialization are all part of these free classes through the San Diego Community College Continuing Education Centers. Parent nights and outdoor classes are also available. Enrollment is continuous throughout the year. For a free copy of the class schedule, leave your name and address at 619.527.5242.
Call: 619.527.5340
Web: www.sandiegocet.net
New Parent Classes
Palomar Pomerado Health System’s Health Concern offers classes for new parents including, Infant Care, and Big Kids & Baby Class (for big brothers and sisters).
Call: 1.800.628.2880
Web: www.pph.org
Por La Vida
Funded by the First 5 Commission of San Diego and administered by San Diego State University Foundation. The program offers a comprehensive parenting program which includes both parents and children and touches on many important issues such as Developmental Stages of Children, Communication, Self –Esteem, Discipline and much more.
Call: 619.594.4852
Parenting Classes – Home Start, Inc.
A 10–week parenting class on child development, positive discipline, child abuse prevention, stress reduction, anger management, and self-esteem and community resources. Meet other parents; share your concerns about raising children, newborn to teens. Certificate of completion is issued. Location: Family Resource Center (4284 41st St., San Diego), Wednesday evenings 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. FREE CHILD CARE (pre-registration is required, space is limited).
Call: 619.692.0727
Web: www.home-start.org
Breastfeeding Your Baby
This 2½-hour class is offered by Scripps Health to help parents separate fact from fiction concerning nutrition, how–to basics, and preventing discomforts. Grandparents and your future child care provider will also benefit. Classes are countywide. A support group for breastfeeding mothers and their babies meets at the Well Being in La Jolla, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM on Tuesdays.
Call: 1.800.727.4777
Web: www.scrippshealth.org
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Support groups and information to assist grandparents who have returned to parenting responsibilities:
- Grandparents Warmline: 510.568.7786
- California Coalition for Grandparents Raising Children: 510.845.7189
Speech & Hearing Screening
Children’s Hospital offers speech and hearing services on a fixed fee schedule depending on the service. For an appointment call Children’s Hospital.
Call: 858.576.1700
Web: www.chsd.org
Children’s Bereavement Support Groups
Sponsored by San Diego Hospice, this support group for 3–18 year olds teaches children how to share their feelings among peer groups. Location: San Diego Hospice, Hillcrest. Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM, two Tuesdays each month. Pre-registration is required.
Call: 1.866.688.1600
Web: http://www.sdhospice.org
Baby-sitting Classes
Children who are going to babysit should know the basics of health and safety, including fire safety and evacuation planning, poison control, toy safety, emergency action, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid, and developmental milestones. (SUMMER ONLY)
- Babysitting Training Course: American Red Cross, San Diego 858.3091200
- S.O.S. Baby-sitting Class: Health Concern, North County 1.800.628.2880
Free Immunizations for Children Under Two Years
Many locations in San Diego County. No appointment needed, just walk-in. Bring your shot record if you have one.
Call: 619.692.6600
Web: www.immunization-sd.org
Child Asthma Classes
At Kaiser: Wee Wheezers. Asthma class for parents and children together.
Call: 619.641.4194
Web: members.kaiserpermanente.org
Lead Line
Lead Poisoning can hurt your children! Most children don’t look or act sick. The only way to know if your child has lead poisoning is to have a blood test. Ask your doctor.
Call 619.515.6694
Family Support Group – Children with Special Needs
- Braille Institute of San Diego Support Group provides classes that give students enrolled at Braille Institute an opportunity to share their experiences. For an appointment call 858.452.1111
- Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (C.H.A.D.D.). For individuals with ADD and those that care for them. Monthly Support Group meeting: North County , 760.736.1111
- Exceptional Family Resource Center has support groups for parents whose children have similar disabilities. Groups meet throughout San Diego County. Call 1.800.281.8252 or 619.594.7416
- The Starlight Center (The Arc Of San Diego) offices home-base and community based services to families with children whose development has been delayed. 619.427.7524
- United Cerebral Palsy offers support for families diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. Parents and Caregivers also have the ability to have access to the toy library at 858.278.5420
San Diego Parent University – Harold J. Ballard Parent Center
The Ballard Parent Center provides a variety of services and resources to parents of students from Title I eligible schools, to district staff and to community members and organizations. The San Diego Parent University allows parents to select academic classes to help support their children with homework, reading, writing, study skills and math. Classes are also offered in parenting skills, behavioral management and child development. Classes are held Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on a quarterly basis, October through June. Child care may be provided.
Call: 619.293.4425
A Place of Our Own
TV for people who care for kids
KCET’s A Place of Our Own (and Los Niños en Su Casa in Spanish) is a daily television series, a website, and an extensive outreach program devoted to the unique needs of people who care for children. The series also responds to the needs and workplace realities of people who spend their days caring for children by including topics such as building partnerships with families, reducing stress, and completing paperwork. A Place of Our Own’s support for child care providers recognizes the importance of their roles in the way children learn and develop. By supporting these important people and providing them with the resources they need, we better help our children prepare for school.
KPBS every weekday morning @ 5:30 a.m.
ITV every weekday morning @ 8:30 a.m., Thursday evening @ 6:00 p.m.
Web: www.aplaceofourown.org
Los Niños en Su Casa
TV para personas que cuidan niños
Los Niños en Su Casa de KCET (y A Place of Our Own en Inglés) es una serie de televisión diaria, un sitio en la red y un programa de alcance extensivo dedicado a las necesidades únicas de las personas que cuidan a niños. Las series también responden a las necesidades de la realidad en el lugar de trabajo de las personas que pasan sus días cuidando a los niños e incluye temas como la elaboración de sociedades con las familias, reducción de la tensión (estrés), y cómo terminar con el papeleo. Los Niños en Su Casa ayuda a los proveedores de cuidado infantil a reconocer la importancia de su influencia en la manera en que los niños aprenden y se desarrollan. Al apoyar a estas personas tan importantes y al darles los recursos que necesitan, mejoramos la ayuda para preparar a nuestros niños para la escuela.
KPBS every weekday morning @ 5:00 a.m.
ITV every weekday morning @ 9:00 a.m., Thursday evening @ 6:30 p.m.
Web: www.aplaceofourown.org
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