F.A.Q.

1. What is Parenting Arizona?
   We are a statewide non-profit organization who's aim is strengthening the family and the prevention of child abuse and neglect.
   
   
2. What do we do at Parenting Arizona?
   Parenting Arizona provides a wide variety of services on a continuing basis. These include parent educational classes which provide sessions for both parents and children of all ages; specialized programs meeting the needs of teenage parents; children in foster care as well as parent aide in-home parenting services; culturally sensitive services; and in some counties there are model and/or pilot projects which accommodate need of the local community. Programs vary from county to county. Contact your nearest PA office for further information.
   
   
3. What is the age range of the children the parents represent?
   They are minor children from birth to 18 years of age.
   
   
4. Is there a charge for Parenting Arizona services?
   There is never a charge for our community based services, but there can be a minimum charge for items such as text books.
   
   
5. Does Parenting Arizona provide child care in relationship to the services they offer?
   Yes. In most situations Parenting Arizona arranges for free child care during meeting times.
   
   
6. Do you maintain confidentiality in your program?
   Personal information is to remain confidential unless a parent or child is in danger of harm, and then staff or a volunteer will assist them in getting the needed help.
   
   
7. Is Parenting Arizona only a program for parents who abuse their children?
   One of the primary purposes of PA is prevention and support of the family. Individuals do not have to reach the point of abuse before seeking help in developing their family. However, we certainly welcome families if abuse has occurred or has been identified and they would like to stop. We are available to help families break the generational cycle of abuse.
   
   
8. Can I volunteer to help PA in the fight against child abuse?
   You bet! Parenting Arizona truly appreciate all of its' support from volunteers. Please contact your nearest PA office.

Mission

Parenting Arizona prevents child abuse and neglect through parent education, community collaboration, and multicultural family support.

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