Family Support Center
For more information about this program, please call us at (410) 857-0629.
OUR APPROACH
Parenthood wasn’t meant to be done alone. Our Family Support Center brings parents of young children together for connection, support, and community in a world that can feel overwhelming. Join a space where your experiences are understood, your voice matters, and support is always within reach.
Our Center is perfect for:
- Expectant parents and parents with children under age five
- Residents of Carroll County, MD
- Families who can attend with their children
- Parents looking for resources and connection
Our Programs:
Child Health & Development
- Developmental childcare
- Immunization screenings
- Developmental screenings
- Parent/child activities
Our child development program fully engages children in learning and exploring while parents participate in their own programs.
Adult Education & Parenting
- Parent support groups
- Parenting classes
- Personal development workshops
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
This program is offered to parents while their children receive Developmental Care in a friendly, safe environment. This program builds self-sufficiency and create opportunities for parents.
Family Enrichment
- Family health
- Cooking & crafts
- Links & referrals
- Parent leadership
- Field trips
This program is designed to help parents enrich their family through fun activities and interesting presentations. We also provide referrals to and information about other community agencies that can help provide assistance to families.
Our Team
Our team consists of:
- Nurturing child development workers
- Compassionate program coordinators
- Certified adult educators
All staff have been trained by the Maryland Family Network to provide excellent family support services. We take a strengths-based approach to everything we do, and we work with parents to set goals for what they would like to achieve.
The Maryland Family Network has been leading family support centers around the state since 1986 by providing grant support, training, and technical assistance. The Carroll County Family Support Center has been a proud member of this network since 1992.