Fathers Forward Overview
All children deserve a loving father who is actively involved in their life. The Alabama Parent Education Center's Fathers Forward program, in
partnership with A Seed Inc, St. James Family Worship, Elmore County Department of Human Resources, and Elmore County District Circuit
Court Child Support Division, provides programming to assist Elmore County fathers to connect with their children legally, emotionally, and
financially.
Our Services Include:
Individual Assistance and Planning
Our program staff work individually with participants to create an Individual Development Plan to assist them with overcoming barriers to education, gainful employment, and parenting
skills.
Fathers Classes
Classes are designed for Dads to increase their parenting skills. Sessions include the 24/7 Dad Class, Resource Sessions (to connect Dads to community resources), and Skill Sessions (to
develop employment skills, assist with education preparation and activities designed to assist Dads in planning time with their children).
Mentoring Support
Mentoring support is provided by community volunteers to help program participants connect with other Dads. Program Mentors help Fathers Forward participants with educational
attainment, employment preparation, and in their development of positive parenting skills.
Fathering Information
Are you looking for additional opportunities to improve your dad skills? Fathers forward publishes a semi-annual newsletter for Dads to discuss positive parenting and activities for you
and your children. Our program also has an information library including books, tipsheets, videos, and other materials for free. Click here to check out our other Alabama Parent Education
Center projects or call our office at 334-567-9938.
Newsletters
The Fathers Forward Factor is available for download. Click here to check it out along with our other project newsletters.
