Network Resources: Circle of Parents Publications

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How to Build a State Network Guide
The manual is a guide to use while developing a new Circle of Parents state network or as a reference while reviewing an existing network. Its intent is to share what Circle of Parents members have found to be useful when starting a new network.

From Dads to Grandparents to Parents in Recovery: States' Experiences in Supporting Diverse Populations
This resource profiles the experiences of efforts in nine states to provide mutual self-help parent support groups.

• Fathers
• Grandparents raising grandchildren
• Incarcerated parents
• Parents raising children with special needs
• Parents in recovery
• Rural parents

This document describes the contextual factors these groups face, and provides information on the different strategies states used to best meet the needs of families. A range of references through which to access additional information is also provided.

Parent Leadership Development Checklist

Visit www.friendsnrc.org for other publications produced by Circle of Parents in partnership with the FRIENDS National Resource Center