The new campus has also significantly increased the workspace for Parenting Educators, with dedicated office and meeting spaces. This additional space allows for better organization, preparation and collaboration, ultimately enhancing the quality of the program. Parenting Education Director, Laura Josephson stated, “This investment has strengthened the program’s ability to positively impact families and the broader community for years to come.”
The new outdoor classroom was intentionally designed to expand play opportunities for our in-house groups; a moveable wall to ensure the privacy of our court-ordered families; and a spacious waiting area for our families to get to know each other before and after group times.
Families have expressed their appreciation for the increased privacy and security the new building provides, along with plentiful parking. Many parents have shared how they feel at ease discussing personal parenting challenges and seeking support in a setting that prioritizes their comfort.
“The best part is talking to other women and building a community in an amazing space.” Parents of newborns from our Welcome to Our World® program have reported that no longer having to navigate the shared Preschool space with their strollers and car seats and having ample room to maneuver to the Parenting Center for their group time has enhanced their overall experience and participation. It is common to find them sitting after group and socializing with one another in the inviting and comfortable space building their new community of families as their children grow.