Parent Programs:

Parents are the most significant and influential figures in the lives of their children, especially in the early years. The Center therefore considers the parents as important contributors to the development and advancement process of their children. Empowering the parents will lead to improved and stronger relations between the parents and their children. 

Various guidance, training and empowerment programs for parents have been developed by the Center: 
Training and guidance take place on the following levels:
Individual Psychological Therapy:
For parents who need individual counseling in areas related to parenthood.
Matna Project:
A Support Center for women after child birth. The Center provides for two central needs:
  1. Material needs – rental of relevant equipment for infants and mothers.
  2. Emotional assistance by volunteers who guide young mothers.
Human Resource Development:
In this framework, training and guidance is provided to the entire staff body of the center in the various fields. An emphasis is placed on the development and empowerment of each worker and on encouragement of quality and excellence.
"Psi'ot Rishonot"
(First Steps):		 A group for mothers and babies dealing with different aspects of motherhood and the adjustment process.
Habait Hayarok
(The Green House):		 An open and experiential framework for parents and children that integrates various professionals and provides guidance and support in fields relating to parenting and development.
Parent Groups: Led by qualified parent leaders in various frameworks and providing enrichment and tools in fields relating to parenting, educational methods, child development and more.
Educational Leadership Forum: Targeting parents of young children who will be involved in assisting and formulating early childhood programs.
Home Training Programs:  Individual training at home for parents and children integrated with group meetings.
  • Training program for 1-3 year olds focusing on the various development stages.
  • "Ha'etgar" – Training program for 3-6 year olds strengthening children and parents and preparing them for integration into school.
Game Room: Allows children and parents to borrow games and to take part in various activities.

Coordinator: Ms. Ilana Shmit