Resources for Parents

The following links share a variety of resources for parents, ranging in topics like: tips on talking to your children, how to spot the signs of substance misuse and positive parenting.

National Institute on Drug Abuse
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Partnership to End Addiction
CDC Positive Parenting
Adverse Childhood Experiences

Parenting Curriculums

MDC currently offers two parenting curriculums. Active Parenting is a traditional style class with video-based instruction. The course focuses on the authoritative parenting style which combines warmth, sensitivity and the use of positive reinforcement with reasoning. This course helps parents move away from a parenting style that uses threats or punishments to get results.

The other course we offer is Rezilient Kidz: Raising Highly Capable Kids. This curriculum focuses on 40 developmental assets and strives to build children who make healthy choices and avoid decision making that may hinder growth and maturity. Raising Highly Capable Kids takes the approach that community development and familial bonds are equally important as building parenting skills. We know that raising healthy and happy children and building resilient children takes an effort from beyond the traditional family unit. We hope we can help you wherever you are in the process.

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Parenting Curriculums

MDC currently offers two parenting curriculums. Active Parenting is a traditional style class with video-based instruction. The course focuses on the authoritative parenting style which combines warmth, sensitivity and the use of positive reinforcement with reasoning. This course helps parents move away from a parenting style that uses threats or punishments to get results.

The other course we offer is Rezilient Kidz: Raising Highly Capable Kids. This curriculum focuses on 40 developmental assets and strives to build children who make healthy choices and avoid decision making that may hinder growth and maturity. Raising Highly Capable Kids takes the approach that community development and familial bonds are equally important as building parenting skills. We know that raising healthy and happy children and building resilient children takes an effort from beyond the traditional family unit. We hope we can help you wherever you are in the process.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur during childhood from the ages of 0-17. The three main categories of ACEs are abuse, neglect, and household challenges. ACEs are associated with an increased risk of a wide range of other serious conditions.

Know The Score – English
Know The Score – Spanish
Tips for Expectant Parents
Tips for Current Parents & Caregivers
Consejos Para Futuras Madres y Padres
Learn About ACEs