Testimonials

The FRC playgroups were crucial for me as stay-at-home parent new to town.  My children loved the toys and activities, but it was even more important for me to meet new people, have adult interactions, discuss parenting strategies.

The FRC helped build my confidence. I am a better person, parent, and community member today because of the Family Resource Center.

Thank you, FRC, for making the Chippewa Valley a stronger community.

Rachel

I felt like I was running out of ideas to meet my child’s needs. Triple P reminded to slow down, pay attention to the non-verbal cues, and be more patient. I’ve been using the tools I learned to keep my daughter safer, and to communicate better amid her frequent meltdowns.

It’s comforting knowing the skills I have, plus the new ones I have learned, are appropriate and—with repetition—effective. Sometimes life is hard, kids are harder, and being reminded I am doing a good job helps make things more manageable.

I appreciate the staff’s kindness and sensitivity.

Kelsey M.

The playgroups have helped her come out of her shell so much and built up her confidence around people.

We’ve made some great friends who live minutes from us. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is the start of a lifelong friendship for our kids and for the moms.

Maarja H.

Parenting is hard! What I didn’t realize though was that parenting isn’t really about my children, its about me. How I respond, model my behavior, and treat my children is inevitably what my children will see and do in the future. I wanted to end or at least lessen my reactive parenting.

I joined a playgroup with my three and four year old boys. Then, I found Triple P Parenting classes and the Parent Cafés. These classes not only resonated with me, but also gave me a chance to be seen and heard!

Not only has the Family Resource Center improved my family dynamic and relationships, it has given me the tools to becoming a calmer and more present parent.

To say I feel fortunate finding FRC is an understatement, rather the Family Resource Center is my invaluable resource on my lifelong journey as a parent.

Jade Z.

Honestly, I don’t know where we’d be without the FRC.

My son had a traumatic birth and I was very anxious about his development. At the FRC I met other parents with kids similar ages to my son and made many new friends. I was able to talk about my experiences and fears. The Parent Educators helped walk me through my concerns, evaluated my son’s abilities, and gave me great direction.

This fall my son is starting kindergarten and I am so grateful for the FRC!

Nicole

When my grandson was 3, his mother became very ill and was in and out of the hospital. Since his dad was working, I was his caregiver. I don’t remember how we found FRC but it was a lifesaver! I knew he needed to play with and be around other children. He learned to share and we both made many friends. The FRC was the highlight of our week!

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Your staff were wonderful and I often asked their advice. I am so grateful you were there in our time of need. It is a great service and wonderful people.

THANK YOU!!

A Grateful Grandma

Not only was I able to spend quality time with my child but I got to hang out with other adults and feel heard.

I thoroughly enjoyed the time connecting with my young infant, the slow pace of learning, and the comfort and community of being with other parents who shared their experiences of having a child or just how their weekend went, or how they handled a moment of difficulty.

Emily B.