You’re not alone

Sometimes those are the most comforting words a parent can hear. Especially those who have children with mental illnesses. Parent Support Partners have been in their shoes and can connect them with life-changing resources, support and insight.

How parent support partners help families

Our service pairs qualified parents who have children with emotional, behavioral, developmental, or social challenges, with Parent Support Partners who help them:

• Connect with resources, activities and community groups that help the entire family cope and thrive
• Create an invaluable support network that they can rely on when formal services end
• Increase confidence and competence in parenting skills specific to their situation

Parent Support Partners know what you’re going though, and help you through it.

Why it matters

Connecting with people who have been in a similar parenting situation can give parents hope and provide critical support. Research shows that this unique relationship:

• Decreases the perception of judgment and increases empowerment
• Improves the outcomes of children with emotional and behavioral challenges
• Increases access to services and participation in them
• Enhances parental self-efficacy and decreases feelings of isolation

Learn more

You can visit us at 79 Alexandrine West, Detroit, MI 48201, or give us a call at 313.831.5535.