Toddlers and parents interact for rhythm, art activities and story time. Parents also have an opportunity to meet other parents and discuss concerns or to ask questions. Parents are involved in the planning and implementing of the speech lessons. The Parent Infant Teacher reinforces these skills in the home. A support group for families which meets monthly.
Families plan meetings that involve discussion groups, speakers, panels and social activities.
The mentor program focuses on developing literacy skills in toddlers. Mentors demonstrate reading techniques and also have an opportunity to share their experiences with the families. These classes focus on developing communication skills between the child and his family. Families are invited to informal dinners with an opportunity to participate in discussions with guest speakers or panels. Topics of interest to parents include child behavior, hearing aids, and deaf culture.