City of Berkeley, CA
02/26/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/25/2025 18:21
Join our fatherhood support group to build community, skills
Come out on Saturdays starting March 8 to talk with other dads, share experiences, and gain advice. Bring your kids and enjoy lunch, gift cards, and other goodies.
Published:
February 25, 2025
Last Updated:
February 25, 2025
Fathers and father figures, especially those with children under 18, can join us for a free support group to practice parenting skills while connecting with others.
Come to one or all of our five-session series on Saturdays from 10:30am - 12:30pm at the Berkeley Central Library. Bring your children and enjoy gift cards, lunch and refreshments, and other goodies.
Fathers play a huge role in their children's health and wellbeing. While existing programs include other parent groups, this series focuses on the unique experiences of fathers and father figures.
Sessions start March 8; register online today and join us to get support and resources for your fatherhood journey.
Connect with other fathers, get resources
Become part of a supportive community of parents at our five-session Fatherhood Initiative Support Group.
Fatherhood Initiative Support Group
Saturdays, March 8-April 5, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Berkeley Public Library, 2090 Kittredge Street
Register online
All who identify as father figures are welcome to attend. Sessions will cover topics including:
- Understanding the stages of child development
- Navigating co-parenting
- Finding employment and balancing work with parenting
- Enrolling your children in school and supporting their education
- Taking care of yourself so you can show up at your best
We designed the support group to include your kids, so bring them with you! We will provide tasty lunches and refreshments at each meeting. We'll also provide gift cards and you can earn Fatherhood Initiative merchandise, like t-shirts or beanies, for participating in groups.
The Berkeley Central Library is a 3-minute walk from Downtown Berkeley BART, close to several AC Transit lines, and a block away from our protected bikeway on Milvia Street. There is free on-street parking nearby or there is a paid garage down the block at 2020 Kittredge Street that costs $7.50 for 3 hours.
Services to support you and your family's wellbeing
This event is organized by the City of Berkeley's Public Health Division, which offers free health and wellness services and programs to the community.
Through the Public Health Division, you can access free or low-cost vaccinations for your child, nutrition support, and medical and dental care.
Our Health, Housing, and Community Services Department also offers mental health services for your child and free or low-cost preschool and afterschool programs to support their development.
Register now for our Saturday sessions starting March 8 and get tips and community support to help you thrive as a loving, engaged, and healthy parent in your child's life.