Parenting Support and Community Connections

Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) offers research, resources, trainings, and technical assistance to help bring the power of the positive into the lives of children and their families. Learn more.

Zero to Three believes that parents are the true experts on their children, and that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to raising children. These resources support parents in developing their own ways to promote their children’s growth and development. Learn more.

These videos were produced by the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, which has a mission to drive science-based innovation that achieves breakthrough outcomes for children facing adversity. Watch now.

Conscious Discipline is a proven, comprehensive approach that empowers you with skills that create a safe, connected, problem-solving environment for families. These resources are intended for teachers, administrators, mental health professionals, and parents. Learn more.

Resources 757 is a directory for residents in the Hampton Roads area seeking housing, food, individual and family support, health care, GED and education, and much more. Learn more.

MyActiveChild.com provides activities, events, and family fun throughout Hampton Roads. Learn more.

Minus 9 to 5 unites a variety of community stakeholders dedicated to improving the lives of our region’s youngest residents and their families. Learn more.

NetworkPeninsula has created a directory of local nonprofits offering shelter, food, health services, and more. Learn more.

Military OneSource can help you with the unique parenting challenges that come with the military lifestyle as well as find affordable, quality child care, help your children excel in school, and more. Learn more.

Sometimes you just want to talk about parenting challenges and other stresses. Give an Hour can help you find mental health providers in your area. You can also call (800) FSC-LINE to ask questions or schedule a counseling appointment. Learn more.

MilitaryChildCare.com is your gateway to worldwide DoD-approved child care options. Learn more.

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) offers resources for traumatized children, their families, and communities. Resources address topics such as bullying, disasters, race-based trauma, violence, grief, and more. Learn more.

Sesame Workshop is the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street and so much more. In this video, Rosita and Alan talk about community violence. Watch now.

The Disaster Distress Helpline (1-800-985-5990) is dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Learn more.

RESilience, from the American Psychological Association, provides resources to assist parents and others in promoting strength, health, and well-being among youth of color. Learn more.

In this article from Zero to Three, receive guidance on talking about the complex issues of racism and equality in age-appropriate ways with children aged two to five years of age. Read more.

This article from the American Academy of Pediatrics discusses the impact of racism on child and adolescent health. Read more.

The Virginia Family Special Education Connection provides a one-stop-shop for parents, families, and caregivers of children with special needs to:

• Access local school system contacts and disability services in your community.
• Explore an abundance of resources to help your child succeed.
• Learn about and plan your child's educational program.
• Understand your legal rights and responsibilities.

Learn more.