Focus on Fathers

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An orange banner with the words Focus on Fathers in blue. Also on the banner is a photo of a Black man playing with a Black child.

Equipping Chatham County dads with the tools needed to raise their children for growth and success

Parents are partners in raising their children, even when they do not live in the same household. The role of fathers in families is diverse and related to cultural and community norms. Men should receive the education and support needed to prepare them for the responsibility of parenthood.

Focus on Fathers Goals

Assist fathers with working with their kids at home and helping them make positive choices.
Build trust among our brothers and support one another.
Become a family in our community.

Focus on Fathers Eligibility

Children ages 0-5
A referral form from the Department of Social Services
Services in both English and Spanish

Focus on Fathers Activities

Support groups and co-parenting technique group sessions
Educational and employment planning
Identifying resources and goal-setting
For children: Enrichment opportunities and fun and educational outings

Focus on Fathers Communication Rules

Initiate discussion and participate
Listen and don't interrupt
Stay on the subject
Respect differences and disagree respectfully

Program funded and supported by:

Two logos. On the left, the words Chatham County Partnership for Children with a cartoon drawing of a child. On the right, the words Smart Start. Each Child. Every Community, with five squares of different colors

For more information, contact:

Anthony Izzard
anthony.izzard@chathamcountync.gov
919-545-8382

Nellie Benitez
nellie.benitez@chathamcountync.gov
919-545-8340