KOOTASCA Community Action, Inc. (CAP)

Teen Parent Assistance

Helps prepare young parents with classes or other educational programs and support

Description

Parenting education program that works with parenting and pregnant youth to help them succeed.

Education for teen parents can include classes, workshops or alternative learning settings.

Additional Information

Helps pregnant and parenting teens earn credits toward high school graduation. The class culture is strongly supportive of teen parents, with a moms' class meeting on Tuesdays and a dads' class meeting on Thursdays.

• Provides parenting and life skills education
• Provides a foundation and direction for post-high school education or entrance into the workforce
• Provides home visits, crisis support and support in life goals
• Helps teen parents form a support network and connect with their community
• Advocates for teen parents and help them grow their own voice to advocate for themselves

Features

• Area Served by County
  • Koochiching County

• Organization Type
  • Community Action Partnership

• Specialization
  • Family

Eligibility

For teens who are pregnant or parenting

Application Instructions

For more information, to make a referral, or to request an application, please call/text (218) 398-1399 or fill out the referral form online