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No parent should feel alone! At Family Paths, we care deeply about you and our community. We understand that accessing services can be challenging, whether due to waiting lists, financial constraints, or simply navigating the process.  Our monthly workshops are offered to provide general information and education, not intended to diagnose, treat, or manage mental health conditions.
Led by the dynamic Otis Ward, a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator, parents will leave these monthly classes with tips, tools, resources and the comfort that you are not alone.
If interested in signing up, please contact Otis Ward at oward@familypaths.org.

CLASS TOPICS:

September 26 – Principles of Positive Parenting from Family Paths Positive Parenting Curriculum.
 
October 24 – Self-care & Stress Management from Family Paths Positive Parenting Curriculum.
 
RESCHEDULED to November 7 (1st Thursday just for this month) – Financial Literacy from Ward and Associates Curriculum.
 
December 19 – Communication Roadblocks and Listening from Family Paths Positive Parenting Curriculum. (note: 3rd Thursday due to holiday)
 
January 23, 2025 – Problem-Solving with I-Messages from Family Paths Positive Parenting Curriculum.
 
February 27, 2025 – Temperament (Part 2) from Family Paths Positive Parenting Curriculum.
 
March 27, 2025 – Child Development (Part 1) Personality from Family Paths Positive Parenting Curriculum.
Otis D. Ward Jr., CPDPE brings over 30 years of experience in Community Base Management, Case Management, and Program Development supporting families through his work with organizations in Alameda and San Francisco counties. As a Certified Facilitator and strong motivational speaker, Otis has directed individuals to seek personal goals and achievements, while building their self confidence. A few of the many organizations Otis has either managed or supported over the years include Operation HOPE, Inc., Alameda County Associated Community Action Program, Alameda County Social Services Agency One Stop Career Centers, Employment Workforce, CalWORKs programs, San Francisco County of The Treasurer Office, and Alameda Alliance for Health.