Free Family Services
At NIA, we offer a wide range of free services and specialized programs to support parents and families. All are designed to help you strengthen family bonds, develop practical parenting skills, and build a supportive community.
Discover a wealth of family services with NIA in partnership with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) tailored for Brooklyn communities.
Who Can Join?
We are an inclusive community! Our services are open to everyone - mothers, fathers, and caregivers from all walks of life, raising children of all ages. We believe in community-driven solutions, working together to enrich your life and your children’s lives.
For more information, contact Isabel Paz, Manager of Family Services, at isabel@niabklyn.org or 929-545-4172.
Spotlight: Parenting Journey
Join our 12-week course to connect with fellow parents, shape your parenting style, and build a supportive community. Engage in hands-on activities and guided discussions, developing practical knowledge and skills that empower you as a parent and role model.
“After joining and listening to other parents’ stories, I learned the importance of expressing my feelings and that we all are trying hard to be better parents, and we shouldn’t be harsh on ourselves.”
— M.H, Parent Enrolled in NIA Family Services
Our Programs
Parenting Journey
Discover a path of connection, community, and growth. Join our 12-week course, connecting with fellow parents, shaping your parenting style, and building a supportive community. Engage in hands-on activities, guided discussions, and developing practical knowledge, and skills that empower you as a parent and role model.
Parenting Journey in Recovery
Recognize your strengths as a parent while focusing on your recovery journey. Join our 14-week course designed to equip parents with essential tools and resources to confidently navigate both parenting and recovery. Foster a positive environment for you and your child while gaining valuable support and fellowship along the way.
Parent Advisory Committee
Join the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) to share ideas, grow as a leader, and shape NIA programs. Connect with caregivers, promote parent education, and make a difference in your community!
New Moms Group
This program is for mothers with children aged newborn to 12 months. Our new mom group covers baby development, milestones in your baby’s first year, and tips for navigating motherhood. Connect with other mothers through engaging virtual and in-person meet-ups.
Private Family Support Session
Immerse yourself in engaging one-on-one private family support sessions that strengthen bonds within your family and are tailored to each family’s needs.
Healthy Families
Serving adults, parents, and families in Bedford-Stuyvesant, we provide family sessions, workshops, social services support, and assistance with education, employment, and more.
Have questions or need more information?
Reach out to us about our family services
Isabel Paz, Manager of Family Services— isabel@niabklyn.org • 929-545-4172
Family Events
Learn and Play
An early literacy program for caregivers with infants, toddlers, and children up to age 4
Parent Workshops
Engaging in-person and virtual workshops for support on relevant topics for parents such as Self-care for Caregivers, Understanding Child Development & Behavior, Transitioning to High School, Healthy Nutrition, Internet Safety, and more.
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