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3. Circle of Parents. The Circle of Parents program, a nationally recognized, evidence-based program offered by the RACCAP provides parent support services. Circle of Parents provides a friendly, supportive environment led by parents and other caregivers. Sue Parr, the executive director of the RACCAP, says, ���The parents meet and are facilitated by one of our staff and a parent volunteer. It���s something to help them from feeling isolated. They have someone else in the community that shares their issues and concerns, and they can work their problems out with the support group.��� Circle of Parents groups meet weekly, are freeof-charge and serve those parenting children of all ages and families of all types. Parr noted that anyone is welcome to join the meetings. For further information, you can contact RACCAP at 540-372-1149 are just interested in becoming better parents.��� Nurturing Parenting is a 15-week class that meets one night a week. Classes are available in English and Spanish. 5. 1-800-CHILDREN (800-244-5373). PCAV���s statewide, toll-free helpline is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Trained call specialists are available to discuss parenting issues and help callers (parents, caregivers, concerned citizens or professionals) explore solutions. 4. Nurturing Parenting Classes. The Nurturing Parenting Program, also offered by the RACCAP, is a family-centered initiative designed to build nurturing parenting skills as an alternative to abusive and neglecting parenting and child rearing practices. While some clients are referred to the classes, Parr adds, ���We also take anyone who is interested in improving their parenting skills. Some of our clients are people in our community who Virginia also maintains a 24-hour hotline for reporting child abuse and neglect. You are not required to give your name when you make the report, but if you do identify yourself, the local department of social services will be able to contact you for further information if needed and will be able to inform you of actions that were taken. The number is: Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline 1-800-552-7096. Kerry Pinto is a freelance writer living in Stafford. WE���RETHAN EVER! BIGGER AND BETTER Fredericksburg Multispecialty and Therapy Center More Specialists, More Services MULTISPECIALTY CENTER ��� Cardiology ��� Feeding Clinic ��� Hematology/Oncology ��� Nephrology ��� Neurology ��� Neurosurgery ��� Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation ��� Surgery THERAPY CENTER ��� Occupational Therapy ��� Physical Therapy ��� Speech Therapy 10530 Spotsylvania Avenue, Suites 101 & 102, Fredericksburg, VA A full-service Children���s Hospital conveniently located in Richmond. VCU91603_Morris_6.75x4.6.indd 1 For an appointment, call 804-828-CHOR (2467). Like us on www.fredericksburgparent.NET PM 3/5/13 4:05 17