Its mission is to provide families the support they need to maintain healthy and stable families, and to prevent child abuse and neglect. The Family Resource Center, located off site but close to the hospital on Park Street in the Rockville section of Vernon, is a place to socialize with other parents, read articles and books about parenting from their lending library, and to attend their interesting monthly educational programs and play groups. Baby- sitting provided. No child care is available. This group meets the first Monday of every month.
Mentors act as friends advocates and role models.
A free 12-hour training class is provided on such issues as accessing services, communication skills and teenage pregnancy. The program, which is largely funded by private grants and community donations, is always in need of new mentors. Training sessions are held periodically.