Prevent Child Abuse Minnesota

"With my group, the help is there all the time; we share phone numbers. I know I can pick up the phone and talk to someone to help me get through a real tough time. If your anger is boiling up, just knowing that you can pick up the phone and nothing will happen is a real good feeling. Someone on the other end of the phone will help calm you down and get you back." Prevent Child Abuse Minnesota, Home of Circle of Parents®, has been improving the lives of Minnesota's children and families since 1979. We are the Minnesota Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse American, and we provide educational materials, Circle of Parents® mutual self-help parenting support groups, and 1.800.CHILDREN support and referrals to families, communities, and advocates throughout Minnesota. Our mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect by promoting positive parenting, healthy families, and supportive communities where children are respected and valued. In 2008 we served approximately 1919 parents and children in 96 parenting support groups. Our training programs include facilitation skills, children's program training, developing civic parent leaders, and The Wakanheza Project which helps communities and businesses create welcoming environments for families.