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Strengthening Families

May 9, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Child surrounded by family holds up a drawing of a family tree, one of the activities included in the program

Strengthening Families: For Parents and Youth, Age 10-14 (May 9 – June 28)


Strengthening Families is a fun, interactive and impactful 7-week program for parents and their youth ages 10-14. We offer guided activities and lessons to help parents and their youth transition into their teen years.


Youth Workshop Topics:
Week 1: Goals and Dreams
Week 2: Appreciating Parents
Week 3: Dealing with Stress
Week 4: Following Rules
Week 5: Dealing with Peer Pressure
Week 6: Peer Pressure and Good Friends
Week 7: Reaching Out to Others


Adult Workshop Topics:
Week 1: Practicing Love and Limits
Week 2: Making House Rules
Week 3: Encouraging Good Behavior
Week 4: Using Consequences
Week 5: Building Bridges
Week 6: Protecting Against Substance Abuse
Week 7: Accessing Community Resources


Family activities include: supporting goals and dreams, appreciating family members, understanding family values, using family meetings, building family communication and reaching family goals.
Limited spots are available. Each family received pizza delivery for each week that they attend all 3 sessions!
For more information, and to register contact:


Carol Fowler
Strengthening Families Program Coordinator
425-208-6640
Carol.fowler@wsu.edu