Prevention Programs

Living Apart Parenting Together

This virtual, two-session, four-hour seminar is mandated under the Virginia code sections 16.1-78.15 and 20-103.

• Course information: Living Apart Parenting Together 2022 Schedule (PDF) 
• Contact: Email us or call 804-768-7212
• One unique email address per attendee is required 
• Register and submit payment here for Living Apart Parenting Together

Active Parenting of Teens and Tweens

Class for parents with children ages 10-15.

• Course information: Class will take place on Mondays, Aug. 1-29 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Bensley Recreation Center.
• Register for this free in person class. Course number is 40451.
• Contact: Email us or call 804-768-7212

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Virtual class to provide education to raise awareness about the impact of ACEs and discuss strategies for building individual and community wellness and resilience.

• Course information and registration: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences Workshops
• Contact: Email us or call 804-706-2010

Business of Co-Parenting

Virtual class designed to help co-parents communicate respectfully and understand the effects of high parental conflict on children.

• Course information: Business of Co-Parenting Registration Packet (PDF)
• Contact: Email us or call 804-768-7212
• Submit payment for Business of Co-Parenting

Five Bridges

Learn strategies and tools that can be incorporated into your personal wellness plan through virtual classes and workshops.

• Sign up for free. Use code CHESTER-CLIENT if prompted for a code.

Mental Health First Aid

This virtual class for adults 18 and over teaches an action plan to offer initial help to adults with signs and symptoms of a mental illness or crisis and connect them with care.

• Course information: Mental Health First Aid - Adult Information (PDF)
• Registration:  Course is free, but advanced registration and pre-work are required.
• Contact: Email us or call 804-717-6635 

Mental Health First Aid Youth

This virtual class for adults 18 and over teaches an action plan to offer initial help to youth with signs and symptoms of a mental illness or crisis and connect them with care.

• Course information:   Mental Health First Aid- Youth Information (PDF)
• Registration:  Course is free, but advanced registration and pre-work are required.
• Contact: Email us or call 804-768-7747

Parent/Family Consultation

Free virtual or in-person meetings with parents or caregivers to discuss parenting concerns such as parenting stress, effective discipline, communication, preventing risky behaviors and helping children manage strong feelings.

• Information: Parent/Family Consultation (PDF)
• Contact: Email us or call 804-768-7212

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Workshops

The Chesterfield Suicide Awareness and Prevention Coalition offers monthly workshops to the public related to recognizing and responding to signs of suicide.

• Course information and registration:  Chesterfield Suicide Awareness and Prevention Coalition 2022 Workshop Series (PDF)
• Contact: Email us or call 804-706-2010

Understanding Your Young Child

Class for parents with children birth to six years old.

• Contact: Email us or call 804-717-6547