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Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County - Promoting Responsible Fatherhood

Services provided by the Initiative include: - A media campaign in cooperation with the National Fatherhood Initiative with the message that fathers involvement with their children is important - Case management for fathers and their families - Programming including: 1) "Foundations of Fatherhood", a 12-week educational support group that covers all areas of fathering, from self-image to anger management to spiritual leadership. Fathers are encouraged to share from experience as they identify with one another's problems and triumphs. 2) "Long Distance Dads", a class for incarcerated fathers, similar to "Foundations of Fatherhood." 3) "Five Love Languages", a video series on developing effective communication with partner and children. 4) Dads in Training (DIT): Promotes fatherhood responsibility to young fathers; provides case management and educational support groups. The Initiative partners with other agencies and organizations to provide services to all Lancaster County fathers and

Physical Address

601 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm; Can schedule other times if necessary

Fax

(717) 431-1030

Application process

Telephone; Must meet with a specialist for assessment (approx. 45 minutes)

Fee

None

Eligibility

Fathers who want to become better men, partners and dads

Service area

Lancaster, PA

Agency info

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County

Provides a wide variety of services to low-income children, adults and families including programs that support child development and education; health and nutrition; household stability; and public safety and violence prevention.