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Search Organization Listings Directory > Moms & Dads GroupsAl Galgalim/Training Wheels425-467-9099 | website | email Al Galgalim/Training Wheels is an exciting Jewish family education program that combines songs, fun-filled activities and learning experiences for parents and/or grandparents and children ages 2- 5. Participants will celebrate Shabbat and the Jewish Holidays in a friendly environment of a small supportive group. Nine two hour sessions will be held monthly on Sundays in Kirkland led by Carrie Hearshen and in Bothell led by Rabbi Jody Cook. Prior knowledge of Jewish customs and holidays is not necessary. Program starts in September 2008 and concludes in May 2009. Enrolling now!  Attachment Parenting International - Seattle Chapter206-323-7479 | website | email Attachment Parenting encourages your children's trust, empathy, and affection to help them learn to develop secure, peaceful, and enduring relationships with you and others. Our supportive community explores the challenges and rewards of the Eight Principles of Attachment Parenting through monthly meetings, playgroups, potlucks, seminars, a lending library, and an online discussion group. Auburn Support Group (Foster Care)253-347-2580 This group meets every 1st Friday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Kathy Haugland at (253) 347-2580 Bellevue Support Group (Foster Care)425-828-3683 This group meets every 4th Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Kelly Hershberger at 425-828-3683 to confirm.  Cornerstone Counseling & Assessment140 Lakeside Ave. Suite 350 - Seattle, WA 98112 - Map It 206-286-0332 | website | email In my practice, I see adolescents age thirteen and older and adults of all ages. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I work with a wide range of clinical issues including anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, interpersonal trauma and abuse, and PTSD. As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients address current life challenges and long-standing issues. With compassion and understanding, I help individuals find resolution to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. In a supportive atmosphere, I offer a personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help them attain the personal growth they're striving for. Together with each client, I work to develop strengths and achieve life goals.  Creative Crossings20336 78th Pl. S.W. - Vashon, WA 98070 - Map It 206-463-1682 | website | email Creative Crossings mission is to help pre-teen girls cross over to adolescence with self-esteem intact! We have two main programs, but are always willing to custom design events and workshops relevant to the needs of your children. My Mother and Me is a four hour event that has been described by girls as "like camp, but with your mom!" We use art, discussion, and hand-on games to celebrate each unique relationship and discuss the dichotomy of support vs. independence. We have two mom/daughter events, one in Fall (October 20th), one in Spring (May 17th) as well as private group events. Please see our websitefor more information. "We Didn't Mean It" is a program that aims to decrease harassment between girls. We work with schools, dance studios, and a variety of other venues to help girls develop a range of choices when it comes to tough friendship decisions. Programs are facilitated by Peggy Rubens, a School Counselor and experiential educator. Dictionary for DadsDictionary for Dad’s provides resources and information which are fundamental in assisting men in making informed decisions based on education, research and practical experience all provided by Dictionary for Dad’s. In doing so, we strive to reinforce the positive male role model in our society while increasing the social welfare of children throughout our world. Division or ResponsibilityDivision or Responsibility is a group for parents and care givers who are following Ellyn Satter's division of responsibility. The ideology is that kids will self-regulate their intake of food. As a parent or caregiver, your job is to put healthy food on the table, and the child will eat what and how much his or her body needs to eat.  Family Services11911 N.E. 1st St. Suite 300 - Bellevue, WA 98005 - Map It 425-450-0332 | website | email Meet up groups include: Beyond the Baby Blues (treatment for pregnancy and postpartum emotional difficulties), Listening Mothers (designed to help mothers adjust to parenthood and create lifelong bonds), Bringing Baby Home, Reflective Parenting (responding to your child's behaviors in appropriate and sensitive ways) and Parent-Infant counseling. Federal Way Support Group (Foster Care)206-271-3750 This group meets every 4th Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Tina Alexander at 206-271-3750. Foster Adopt Families Support Group206-271-3750 This group meets every other month on the on the third Thursday from 6-8 pm. Contact Tina Alexander at 206-271-3750 for more information. GLBT Support Group (Foster Care)206-271-3750 This Seattle-area group meets every 2nd Saturday. Location varies with activity. Contact Tina Alexander at 206-271-3750 for more information.   Infant and Toddler Parenting425-869-5605 | website Lake Washington Technical College's parent-cooperative.  Jewish Family Service1601 16th Ave. - Seattle, WA 98122 - Map It 206-461-3240 | website | email Founded in 1892, JFS provides comprehensive social services to the Jewish and general communities of Greater Seattle. We can help you through family life education, counseling and support for all family life issues, at all ages and stages. Whether you're a new parent, a single parent, a parent of a teen or an adult child of an aging parent, our programs are designed to strengthen you, your family and your community. Remember "family" is our middle name. Kent East Hill - Foster Care Support Group206-630-6567 Group meets every 4th Thursday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Gale Cazinha at 206-630-6567. Kirkland Support Group (Foster Care)425-828-3683 Group meets every 4th Friday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Kelly Hershberger at 425-828-3683.  Madrona MomsMadrona Moms is an informal, fun-loving community group. It was created in August of 2000 by a few moms who met at Madrona playfield with their little ones; their aim was "to make Madrona feel like a small town." Through our wonderful email network of 1,400+ members, we help to support each other as parents, and as neighbors. If you are a parent who wants to be involved, contact us! If you are interested in forming a moms group within your immediate area, we can share information.  Magnolia Moms and DadsMagnolia Moms & Dads is an informal, fun-loving on-line community group intended as a forum for moms and dads to get to know each other as neighbors and support each other as parents. Maple Valley Support Group (Foster Care)206-786-8222 This group meets every 3rd Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact Connie Kiyonaga 206-786-8222.  MeetupMeetup is the world's largest network of self-organized clubs and community groups. Meetup helps people:Find others in their area who share their interests. Learn, teach, and share things. Make friends and have fun. Rise up, stand up, unite, and make a difference. Be a part of something bigger, both locally and globally. Melanie Mitchell, M.A., doctoral intern206-718-6170 | email Volunteers Needed For Doctoral Research on Childhood Sexual Abuse and Pregnancy and Labor: I am looking for female survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse who have given birth to a child in the past two years; to share their experience on how or if childhood sexual abuse influenced their pregnancy, delivery and labor. This would be one 2 hour (max) focus group with 6-10 other women with the same history or individual interview. A small compensation ($25.00) will be arranged the day of the group. The information gathered at this meeting will be used to complete the research phase of a doctoral dissertation, which intends to determine what type of support from psychologists might be helpful during this time in a woman survivor's life. If you fit the criteria and are interested in advancing research, please contact me by email  Mercer Island Preschool AssociationPO Box 464 - Mercer Island, WA 98040 - Map It 206-236-3033 | website The Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA), established in 1937, is a private non-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to enhancing the lives of children from newborn through kindergarten in Mercer Island and the community at large.  MOMS Club of RentonThe MOMS Club of Renton is a non-profit organization that supports stay at home moms. We provide a variety of activities for you and your children that help you get out of the house and connect with others just like you! We have been in the Renton area for 10 years and have great community support and recognition. We serve Burien, Newcastle, Renton, Sea Tac, Tukwila, and Bellevue. Monthly R.E.A.C.H. - Homeschool supportR.E.A.C.H. (Responsible Education Achieved in the Christian Home) parent support group hosts monthly meetings at the Bellevue Church of Christ, 10419 S.E. 11th St. Contact reacheast@hotmail.com or visit their website at www.reacheast.org for meeting times and more information. Mother's Circle206-461-3240 Ext.xt3146 | email Mother's Circle is a program for non-Jewish moms raising Jewish kids. Mothers & More of Redmond/SammamishMothers & More welcomes stay-at-home moms, moms working full-time for pay, moms in every stage of their lives. Every month, we organize a range of activities: interesting speakers, craft and coffee nights to get together and chat, and, of course, lots and lots of playtime--for us and the kids! Mothers & More is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. We address mothers' needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do. Mothers & More of Seattle/EastsideMothers & More welcomes stay-at-home moms, moms working full-time for pay, moms in every stage of their lives. Every month, we organize a range of activities: interesting speakers, craft and coffee nights to get together and chat, and, of course, lots and lots of playtime--for us and the kids! Mothers & More is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. We address mothers' needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do. Mothers & More of South SnohomishMothers & More welcomes stay-at-home moms, moms working full-time for pay, moms in every stage of their lives. Every month, we organize a range of activities: interesting speakers, craft and coffee nights to get together and chat, and, of course, lots and lots of playtime--for us and the kids! Mothers & More is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy. We address mothers' needs as individuals and members of society, and promote the value of all the work mothers do.  Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)800-929-1287 | website Crafts, parenting discussions and activities for preschoolers.  Mothers of South SnohomishAre you a stay at home mom? Are you looking for a support system that includes friendship, networking, activities, and small interest groups? Our club offers monthly meetings with informative speakers, weekly activities for children, playgroups, monthly Moms Night Out, Craft Night, a babysitting co-op, and service projects to help others in our community.  N.E. Seattle Moms (Formerly Laurelhurst Moms)Membership is open to families in Laurelhurst, Bryant, View Ridge, Wedgewood, Windermere, Hawthorne Hills, Sand Point and Ravenna. This is a place for neighoring communities to share - resources, wisdom, information on anything, neighborhood specific information and issues, etc.  North Seattle Families of Multiples - A Seattle Twins ClubWhen you are expecting or have multiples you face unique challenges and rewarding joys that many families have already experienced. Whether a parent or guardian, nanny or granny, North Seattle Families of Multiples welcomes you to share in their understanding and support of having twins, triplets or higher order multiples.  Northwest Association for Postpartum Support (NAPS)206-956-1955 | website | email NAPS provides a FREE referral service that connects families with professionally trained postpartum doulas. A postpartum doula provides practical in-home support and emotional assurance after the birth of your baby or babies. A postpartum doula can assist with breast and bottle feeding, recognizing and responding to postpartum mood disorders and sleep issues. Call during your pregnancy or after the baby arrives to find the perfect doula for you. P.E.A.C.E of Mind - Parent Education And Child EmpowermentPO Box 3551 - Bellevue, WA 98009 - Map It 425-591-5795 | website | email We address parents number one concern: how to keep their kids safe when they cannot be with them. P.E.A.C.E of Mind workshops give you age specific tips ,tools and parenting strategies that are easy to use and not scary. Prevention education is best defense against predators, let us show you how easy it can be. Parent Trust for Washington Children800-932-HOPE Free family help line. Call for FREE information, referral and support for parents from the Parent Trust for Washington Children. 1-800-932-HOPE. Parent Trust for Washington Children - Free Family Help Line1601 2nd Ave. , Sute 410 - Seattle, WA 98101 - Map It 800-932-HOPE Parent Trust for Washington Children offers free information, referrals and support for parents in Washington State. Call for Parent 1-800-932-HOPE. Parents Without Partners206-517-2700 | email Ongoing support and friendship for single-parent families. Parents Without Partners - Eastside ChapterPO Box 1661 - Bellevue, WA 98009 - Map It 206-517-2700 | website | email Parents Without Partners, Eastside Chapter 55 provides single parents and their children with an opportunity for enhancing personal growth, self-confidence and sensitivity towards others by offering an environment for support, friendship and the exchange of parenting techniques. |
