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Hertfordshire Practical Parenting Programme

At Hertfordshire Practical Parenting Programme (HPPP) we work hand in hand supporting families, helping parents and extended families with children of all ages from pre-school up to adolescence.

We offer support in group settings for two hours a week discussing ways of raising self-esteem as well as being able to offer one-to-one sessions. We aim to help families communicate better with each other and to better understand one another. Funded sessions available for parents / carers of teenagers / young children. Contact us to find your nearest venue.

Aims and Services:
* Planning the service involving parents and carers of children of all ages.
* Listening to what parent/carers want.
* Encourage friendship between group members.
* Offering a choice of service to parents/carers,
supporting them in deciding what will suit them best.
* Respecting the right of parents/carers not to take up a service.

What the Programme Offers:
* Friendly, well-organised, weekly discussion groups.
* Joint planning of service to suit individual and family needs.
* Promoting of independence and of personal responsibilities.
* An understanding of sibling rivalry.
* Planning the future with your children.
* Encouraging families to communicate with each other, thereby avoiding stand-offs, conflict and the breakdown of relationships.
* Understanding children’s feelings and reaction.
* How to listen to and communicate with your children.
* Dealing with transitional problems as children change schools e.g. from infants to junior, junior to senior, attending a school which is not your first choice etc.

Please contact or visit the web site for further information.