Welcome Parents and Parenting Educators
Family, in all its diverse forms, is the heart and backbone of a healthy society. Our mission is to improve the well-being of the family through strength-based programs that educate, influence public policy, and help families put evidence-based information to work in their lives.
CCE-Tompkins provides access to a variety of parenting resources on-line and through Extension Services in the Community. In addition to information and support for parents, we offer resources specifically developed for parenting educators, professional training opportunities for individuals who support families, and internships for students in the human services field of study.
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Get Together!
Help create a community that is supportive of all families, every 3rd Thursday at 8:15 am at CCE-Tompkins! Monthly meetings focus on creating family-centered services, enhancing collaboration, and exploring policy issues.
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Parents Apart
Parents Apart® is a 6-hour workshop for parents who want to learn how to help their child(ren) cope during their separation or divorce, or who are parenting separately. Workshop meets all day Saturday or on 2 Monday evenings.
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Breastfeeding
This 6-class series on breastfeeding is FREE for moms with limited incomes, and just $30 for others. Choose from morning or evening sessions on Mondays. Start any time! Classes are ongoing!
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learn to cook
This fun and hands-on 6-week "Cooking Matters" class starts on Monday 5/21 and is for individuals and families who are eligible for food stamps. Call today to sign up!
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Avoiding Lyme
Up to 30% of deer ticks in our area carry Lyme Disease. Learn how to prevent tick bites, remove ticks correctly, and reduce ticks in your yard and on your animals.
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Summer Sprouts
Children aged 2 to 5 & their caregivers are invited to the Ithaca Children's Garden on Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:00am from 6/20 to 9/23 to learn about gardening through stories and hands-on activities! FREE!
