Parenting program held at Umina

A parenting program is being held at Umina Public School on Thursdays from 9.30am to noon until early April.

The Triple P (Positive Parenting program) is a free intiative run by the NSW Government and is held at Umina Public School from 9:30am to 12pm.

The program is aimed at families with children aged three to eight years.

"This internationally acclaimed program, developed in Australia, aims to enhance the knowledge, skills and confidence of parents so that they can give their children a good start in life," said Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews.

"The group is free-of-charge and a wonderful resource, so I encourage all parents to consider attending," she said.

"The great thing about Triple P is that it provides practical answers to every-day parenting concerns.

"It is based on a system of simple routines and small changes that can make big differences to families.

"Evidence shows that the support families have in the early years of their children's lives will have a lasting influence throughout the lives of their children.

"The NSW Government has delivered on its commitment to supporting NSW families by providing $5.2 million to roll out Triple P across the state and has already trained 1000 trainers to run the programs," said Ms Andrews.

Community Services delivers Triple P as part of the Families NSW early intervention strategy, in partnership with the Department of Education and Training, Ageing, Disability and Home Care, Housing NSW and NSW Health as well as parents, community organisations and local government.

Families NSW is offering Triple P through seminars, small groups or a self-directed program so families can choose the format that best suits their needs.

With inquiries, contact Jodi Humphreys on 4340 1585.

Media Release, 21 Feb 2011 Marie Andrews, Labor