Teaches skills that enable fathers to deal constructively and consistently with a broad spectrum of child rearing problems. Provides educational classes for new dads, called Daddy Boot Camp.

- Provides clinical consultations, screenings and coaching sessions to new fathers who need mental health and parenting support during the first 12 months of parenthood. - Complete 2-5 Fathers Feelings sessions in person or virtually and receive a $25 gift card after their second session. - Complete all 5 sessions, and TANF eligible dads receive an additional $400 of baby items sent directly to their home.

Provides supplemental food vouchers ("nutrition cards," similar to EBT or debit cards), nutrition education, counseling, support and referral services to eligible women, children, fathers, and kinship caregivers. Nursing mothers are provided with information and education on breastfeeding. Also offers speakers who discuss the program and the value of good nutrition and breastfeeding. During the summer also provides a supplemental voucher to each client for fruits and vegetables from selected local growers (Farmers' Market Nutrition Program). These are available while supplies last.

Teaches skills that enable fathers to deal constructively and consistently with a broad spectrum of child rearing problems. Provides an opportunity to discuss parenting issues. Assists fathers with child support, modifications, visitation rights, shared parenting, communication skills and driver's license reinstatement.

Assists fathers in gaining employment. Offers assistance in creating resumes and email addresses, uploading resume on job websites, and emailing recruiters. Teaches phone and in-person interview skills including answering questions and promoting job skills during an interview. Offers application coaching.

Provides clinical consultations, screenings, and coaching sessions to new fathers who need mental health and parenting support during the first 12 months of parenthood. - Complete 2-5 Fathers Feelings sessions in person or virtually and receive a $25.00 gift card after their second session. - Complete all five (5) sessions, and TANF eligible dads receive an additional $400.00 of baby items sent directly to their home.

Offers a 10- week curriculum focused on life-changing strategies that specifically engage men to be more responsible and nurturing fathers. This is done by offering interactive circles of support designed to build parenting skills, with education on why and how they can make an indelible positive impact on their children. This initiative also assists fathers by providing direct assistance with child support challenges, the establishment of custody and/or visitation and driver’s license reinstatement.

Provides supplemental food vouchers, nutrition education, counseling, support and referral services to eligible women, children, fathers, and kinship caregivers. Nursing mothers are provided with information and education on breastfeeding. Also offers speakers who discuss the program and the value of good nutrition and breastfeeding. During the summer, also provides a supplemental voucher to each client for fruits and vegetables from selected local growers (Farmers' Market Nutrition Program) - these are available while supplies last. Also offers child car safety seats at a reduced price to those who are eligible for this program. Also offers speakers who discuss the program and the value of good nutrition and breastfeeding.

Provides navigation of issues related to child support, custody/visitation, legal issues, employment, and accessing community resources.

Offers free fatherhood classes and supportive services, in collaboration with the Summit County Fatherhood Initiative. Session topics include: - Become The Best Dad You Can Be. - Importance of Fathers. - Guest Speaker Lisa Dolan, Child Support Enforcement Agency: Visitation, Custody, Rights, Possible Driver's License Reinstatement. - Job Search. - Thinking Two Years Forward. - Guest Speaker Tony Agnesi, Best Selling Author, Radio Host, Motivational Speaker. - How Will You Be Remembered - Improving Relationships. - Controlling Your Emotions.

Offers a Facebook group that provides support, connection, and resources for parents who are raising children with a variety of complex needs.

Provides a fatherhood program for fathers and father figures. Programming covers topics such as co-parenting, communication, men's health, children's growth, and the importance of fatherhood. Additionally, all participants work with a case manager to address individual needs such as child support navigation, parenting time/custody navigation, basic needs, and other goals. Employment coordinators are available to assist with job readiness, resume creation, and referrals for employment. Job/Interview ready clothing may be provided, if needed. Gift card incentives are provided for participation.

Provides supplemental food vouchers, nutrition education, counseling, support and referral services to eligible women, children, fathers, and kinship caregivers. Nursing mothers are provided with information and education on breastfeeding. Also offers speakers who discuss the program and the value of good nutrition and breastfeeding. During the summer, also provides a supplemental voucher to each client for fruits and vegetables from selected local growers (Farmers' Market Nutrition Program) - these are available while supplies last. Also offers child car safety seats at a reduced price to those who are eligible for this program. Also offers speakers who discuss the program and the value of good nutrition and breastfeeding.

Offers a 13 hour curriculum to help fathers develop skills and attitudes that will empower them to be positive parents and role models. Format is facilitator led instruction and group discussion. Focus of curriculum is on positive parenting skills, co-parenting strategies, and effective communication techniques. Program offers direct case management in partnership with community agencies to help fathers navigate and overcome barriers, including child support challenges, visitation and custody issues, workforce entry and driver's license reinstatement.

Provides supplemental food vouchers, nutrition education, counseling, support and referral services to eligible women, children, fathers, and kinship caregivers. Nursing mothers are provided with information and education on breastfeeding. Also offers speakers who discuss the program and the value of good nutrition and breastfeeding.

Provides educational opportunities for fathers who want to understand their rights and obligations with respect to child custody, child support, visitation arrangements and other laws which address the upbringing and care of children. Actively assists with the paper work necessary to get the process started. Help fathers with license reinstatement, indigency forms, child support issues, putative registration that will allow a birth father to receive written notice of a proposed placement. Attends meetings with court administrators and officials to determine the best practices in place that serve dads.

Advocates within the community to enforce laws and other social measures that protect and promote the rights and interests of fathers. Has a partnership with other Summit County Fatherhood Initiative providers.

Maintains information about community resources that are appropriate for fathers. Provides information and referrals to community agencies and organizations that offer specialized services related to fathers.

Offers four (4) online support groups through the Facebook Groups feature. These groups are designed to help Connecting for Kids (CFK) subscriber families draw on each other's experiences and support each other in real time. The groups are moderated by Connecting for Kids administrators and available only to subscriber families. Groups available include: - CFK Families: Group for families to connect, ask questions, and support one another. - CFK Dads Only: Group for fathers and father figures. - CFK Gifted Children: Group for families with a child who has been classified as gifted or twice-exceptional (2e). - CFK Complex Needs: Group for families with a child who has been diagnosed with moderate-to-severe disabilities.

Provides job readiness skills development for fathers including guidance in preparing a resume, writing job application letters, completing job application questionnaires, responding to job ads, and taking employment tests. Offer tips regarding job search techniques, interview techniques, appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques and other similar topics.

Educates fathers about the process of navigating the Family court system to receive visitation/custody of their biological children.

Offers an annual Fatherhood Conference with sessions that provides information on fatherhood issues and promotes healthy father-child relationships. Event features a resource fair, town hall meeting, awards luncheon, and informational workshops.

Provides case management and advocacy for fathers to ensure that their specific needs are being communicated and met. Develops and assists in implementing an individualized case plan with each father. Works closely with community service organizations throughout the area to connect fathers with the social services that can best assist them. Provides referrals for fathers with court issues related to child custody and record expungement.

Serves as a mutual support group for fathers and father-figures. Shares free or low-cost parenting time activities in the community.

Provides supplemental food vouchers, nutrition education, counseling, support and referral services to eligible individuals.