Family Preservation

Catholic Charities has multiple programs that serve to strengthen families and cultivate parenting skills so parents can create a safe environment for their children. The Arizona Department of Child Safety refers parents to our Family Connections, Nurturing Parenting, Arizona Families F.I.R.S.T (Families in Recovery Succeeding Together) and SENSE (Substance Exposed Newborn Safe Environment) programs.

Choosing Safe Toys for Children During the Holidays

Unfortunately, thousands of children are hurt or even killed each year due to an interaction with an unsafe or developmentally inappropriate toy. December is known as Safe Toys and Gifts Month in order to encourage a happy, healthy, and safe gift-giving experience for all involved.

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Mindful Parenting as a Tool for Coping with Stress

Parenting is stressful, and feelings of inadequacy often increase this stress. Mindfulness helps parents take a step back and look at their parenting style without judgment, freeing them to make changes. Mindful parenting exercises help address the negative feelings that come with seeking perfection, feeling rushed and losing patience.

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  2. Stressed Father Finds Support
  3. Mom Finds Strength After Conquering Addiction
  4. Mom Reunifies With Family After Battling Lifelong Addiction

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