STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN AGES 6-11

The County of Riverside is seeking proposals from private non-profit and for-profit community organizations to provide Prevention and Early Intervention services, specifically the Strengthening Families Program for Parents and Children Ages 6-11. This program is an evidence-based practice that aims to prevent teen problem behaviors and substance abuse, strengthen parenting skills, and build family strengths. The program consists of 14 sessions, with two and a half hour sessions held weekly in the evenings. The primary program goals are to reduce the risk of developing mental health problems for children ages 6-11, strengthen parenting skills, build family strengths, enhance youth's school success, and reduce risk factors for behavioral, emotional, and social problems in high-risk children. • The program will serve families with children ages 6-11. • The program will be held weekly in the evenings for 14 sessions. • The program will include a family meal, separate groups for parents and children, and a family group session. • The program will be highly interactive and include narrated videos, role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. • The County is seeking proposals from organizations that can provide these services and meet the program requirements.