A Family Resource Center (FRC) is a place where families can find support and information, participate in programs, access services, and get to know other parents and children. Typically based in schools, FRCs help families become involved in their child’s education and develop connections to the school community. Family Resource Centers often transform the traditional school into a year-round, multi-service center providing high-quality, accessible services from early morning to early evening.

Individual FRC programs are developed in response to specific needs identified by parents, children, the school and the community. Typical programs include:

For Young Children
Books for Babies
Home Visiting
Playgroups
Mommy & Baby’s Day Out
Pre-School Story Hour

For School Age Children
After School Education & Care
Homework Help
Enrichment Programs
Socialization Groups
Real Men Read
Childcare during Parent/Teacher Conferences

For Parents
EPIC Parenting Workshops
Informal Drop-in Time
Lending Library (parenting books and toys)
Parent Workshops
Support Groups
Dad’s Study Group

For Families
Orientation to Kindergarten
Math Night
Reading Night
Science Night

Information & Referral
Early Education & Care
School Age Care
Mental Health Services
Summer Programming

Health/Mental Health
Dental Screenings
Conflict Resolution Programs
Substance Abuse Prevention Programs
Wellness Activities
Health Fairs