The teen parent program provides two support groups: one of the support groups is provided in collaboration with the Marshall High School GRADS program and our second support group is provided in collaboration with the North Seattle Family Center.  We strive to support teen parents as they expand their parenting practices by using peer support groups,  parenting classes and workshops, family outings/field trips, introductions to new resources, and offering material goods such as diapers, and gently used clothes, books, and toys.   Our program has provided opportunities for teen parents to develop relationships with other teen parents, to connect to community resources, and to receive quality mentoring.  We address barriers for teen parents by meeting their needs and responding to their emerging issues. 
    The support group at John Marshall occurs weekly during the school year at John Marshall High School.  To participate, students can enroll in GRADS through Seattle Public Schools.  We also run a playgroup/support group for young parents and their children at the North Seattle Family Center every Saturday from 4:00-6:00pm.  The North Seattle Family Center is located at 3200 NE 125th Street.  Any parent or pregnant person  21 and under is welcome to attend, including GRADS participants.  During the summer, program participants can also attend a variety of field trips.  

For more information, contact Lauren 206 694-6729