Self Help Clearinghouse
Parenting / Grandparenting
This information is provided as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement for any group. It is the responsibility of the reader to decide whether a group is appropriate for his/her needs. For evidence-based information on diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatment and wellness issues, continue searching this site. PEP (Postpartum Education for Parents)
Model. 1 group in California. Founded 1977. Volunteer-run group that provides emotional peer support for parents. Helps parents adjust to the changes in their lives that a baby brings. Education on basic infant care and parent adjustment. Phone help. Group development guidelines.
Write:
Postpartum Education for Parents
P.O. Box 6154
Santa Barbara, CA 93160
Voice: 805-564-3888
Website: http://www.sbpep.org
E-mail: pepboard@gmail.com
Verified: 11/13/2007GAP (Grandparents As Parents)
Model. 9 groups throughout LA county. Founded 1987. Support network, sharing of experiences and feelings between grandparents and other relative caregivers who are raising their grandchildren for various reasons. Phone support, networking, advocacy, social activities, group member listings, emergency assistance, information and referrals. Assistance in starting similar groups.
Write:
Grandparents As Parents
22048 Sherman Way, Suite 217
Canoga Park, CA 91303
Voice: 818-264-0880
Fax: 818-264-0882
E-mail: madelyn@grandparentsasparents.com
Verified: 12/14/2007Mothers and More
National. 180 chapters. Founded 1987. Support and advocacy for women who have altered their career paths to care for their children at home. It is not about opposing mothers who work outside the home; rather it is about respecting, supporting and advocating for choice in how one combines working and parenting. Provides ongoing support for a woman's personal needs and interests with regard to active parenting. Also advocates for public and employment policies that accommodate stay-at-home mothers. Newsletter and chapter development guidelines.
Write:
Mothers and More
P.O. Box 31
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Voice: 630-941-3553
Fax: 630-941-3551
Website: http://www.mothersandmore.org
E-mail: nationaloffice@mothersandmore.org
Verified: 11/13/2007MOPS, International (Mothers Of Pre-Schoolers)
International. 3600 affiliated groups. Founded 1973. Offers a non-denominational Christian support group for mothers with children from infancy to 6 years old. MOPS groups meet in churches throughout the U.S., Canada and 15 other countries. Provides assistance in starting local groups.
Write:
MOPS, International
2370 South Trenton Way
Denver, CO 80231
Voice: 1-800-929-1287 or 303-733-5353
Fax: 303-733-5770
Website: http://www.mops.org
E-mail: info@mops.org
Verified: 10/26/2007MOMS Club
International. 2000+ affiliated groups. Founded 1983. Mutual support for mothers-at-home. Groups provide at-home mothers of children of all ages emotional and moral support, as well as a wide variety of activities. Provides assistance in starting and maintaining or locating chapters through local coordinators (enclose $2 to cover postage).
Write:
MOMS Club
1464 Madera Road, N191
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Website: http://www.momsclub.org
E-mail: momsclub@aol.com
Verified: 11/10/2007MAD DADS, Inc.
(Men Against Destruction Defending Against Drugs and Social-disorder) National. 60 affiliated groups in 17 states. Founded 1989. Grassroots organization of fathers aimed at fighting gang and drug-related violence. Provides family and community activities and leadership, community education and mobilization, speaking engagements regarding goals and objectives and chapter formation. They present themselves as 'surrogate fathers' who listen to and care about street teens. National signature program: Neighborhood Street Mentoring Patrols. Members provide assistance in starting chapters in hard-to-reach neighborhoods. Also, groups for kids, mothers and grandparents.
Write:
MAD DADS, Inc.
5732 Normandy Blvd., Suite 8
Jacksonville, FL 32205
Voice: 904-781-0905
Website: http://www.maddads.com
E-mail: national@maddads.com
Verified: 10/10/2007Parent Empowerment Network
Online. Founded 1996. E-mail group for parents with disabilities.
Website: http://www.disabledparents.net
E-mail: trish@disabledparents.net
Verified: 10/3/2007NATHHAN (National Challenged Homeschoolers)
National network. Founded 1990. Christian, non-profit organization encouraging families with special needs, particularly those who home educate. Bi-annual magazine, lending library, family phone book, phone support, information and referrals. Dues $25/yr.
Write:
NATHHAN
P.O. Box 310
Moyie Springs, ID 83845
Voice: 208-267-6246
Website: http://www.nathhan.com
E-mail: nathanews@aol.com
Verified: 11/13/2007National Association of Mothers' Centers
National. 40 sites. Founded 1975. Warm, welcoming environment of support. Discussion groups and other activities regarding parenting, pregnancy, childbirth and childrearing. National and some local newsletters, conference and advocacy. Has up-to-date information on contacting local Mothers' Center programs, starting a center and how employers in NY/NJ/CT can offer a program for working parents.
Write:
National Assoc. of Mothers' Centers
1740 Old Jericho Turnpike
Jericho, NY 11753
Voice: 1-877-939-6667 or 516-939-6667
Fax: 516-750-5365
Website: http://www.motherscenter.org
E-mail: info@motherscenter.org
Verified: 12/11/2007Family Pride Coalition
National. 160+ local groups. Founded 1979. Support, education and advocacy for gay/lesbian/transgendered parents and prospective parents. Families welcome. Information and referrals, phone support, family events, literature and newsletter. Assistance in starting groups.
Write:
Family Pride Coalition
P.O. Box 65327
Washington, DC 20035-5327
Voice: 202-331-5015
Fax: 202-331-0080
Website: http://www.familypride.org
E-mail: info@familypride.org
Verified: 10/2/2007Mocha Moms, Inc.
National. 100+ affiliated groups. Founded 1997. Provides support for at-home mothers of color. Sponsors weekly support group meetings, monthly moms-only events, on-going community service and volunteer opportunities. Dues $20/year. Bulletins, information, assistance with starting local chapters and referrals to existing groups.
Write:
Mocha Moms, Inc.
P.O. Box 1995
Upper Marlboro, MD 20773
Fax: 301-805-8147
Website: http://www.mochamoms.org
E-mail: nationaloffice@mochamoms.org
Verified: 11/10/2007Attachment Parenting International
International. Founded 1994. Promotes parenting practices to create strong, healthy emotional bonds between parents and their child. Dues $35/yr. Offers support group referrals, newsletter, advocacy, literature, information and referrals.
Write:
Attachment Parenting International
P.O. Box 4615
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Voice: 1-800-850-8320
Website: http://www.attachmentparenting.org
E-mail: info@attachmentparenting.org
Verified: 11/1/2007Parent Soup Message Boards
Online. Offers a large variety of message boards which deal with parenting issues including infertility, pregnancy, parenting challenges, parents of disabled, pregnancy loss, newborn babies, toddlers, adoption, family issues, etc.
Website: http://www.parentsoup.com/boards
Verified: 11/10/2007Holistic Moms Network
International. Chapters across the US and Canada. Founded 2002. Purpose is to provide support, awareness and education for holistic parenting. Provides a nurturing, open-minded and respectful community for parents to share these ideals. Encourages moms and dads to parent naturally and educate themselves about alternative health, mindful parenting and natural healing. Assists persons in starting new chapters.
Write:
Holistic Moms
P.O. Box 408
Caldwell, NJ 07006
Voice: 1-877-465-6667
Website: http://www.holisticmoms.org
E-mail: info@holisticmoms.org
Verified: 12/21/2007Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board
Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents living with a child with one of the many behavior disorders including: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, conduct disorder, depression and substance abuse. Parents with children of all ages welcome.
Website: http://www.conductdisorders.com
Verified: 12/17/2007The At Home Dad Network
Online. Founded 1997. Resource for stay-at-home fathers. Discussion forum, chatroom, information and events.
Website: http://www.athomedad.com
Verified: 5/6/2008Mothers of Freshmen
Online. Support group for mothers of college freshmen where they share their various concerns unique to sending a child off to college, from how to support their child to coping with 'Empty Nest Syndrome.' Has a variety of topical message boards and evening chat sessions.
Website: http://www.mofchat.com
Verified: 12/17/2007Expecting Parents Meetup Groups
Online. Meet other new or expecting parents to exchange advice, support and laughs. Message boards.
Website: http://newparents.meetup.com
Verified: 9/29/2007Stay At Home Moms University (SAHMU)
Online. 745 members. Founded 1999. Support, encouragement and discussions regarding the unique challenges faced by stay-at-home moms. Discussion topics include parenting, teenagers, infants, marriages, homeschooling, home business and budget. Pregnant SAHMs-to-be are welcome.
Website: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sahmu
Verified: 5/6/2008The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.
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