Parenting and Family Education

Family, in all its diverse forms, is the heart and backbone of a healthy society. Our mission is to improve the well-being of the family through strength-based programs that educate, influence public policy, and help families put evidence-based information to work in their lives. CCEDC provides support for relative caregivers through monthly meetings, parenting workshops focusing on positive discipline for parents and caregivers, adult leadership development through volunteer involvement and youth development activities.

Talking RAPP: Spring 2023

In the Spring on 2023, some of the adult participants chatted and celebrated with staff about why they are involved in Relatives As Parents Program (RAPP) and volunteered to share their experiences, thoughts and advice for other kinship families* within Dutchess County that are seeking support and resources for the unique challenges their families may be facing.

Parenting Workshops

Our workshops offer the skills to help better understand, guide, & nurture children. Booking Fall for community organizations. Reserve space in the September Intensive!

Did you see the Talking RAPP video?

Relatives and Parents Program (RAPP) directly supports Kinship Families. Watch the video. Maybe donate to maintaining this vital program!

Financial Education

Learn more about the Financial Literacy program which provides fee-for-service Family Budget Education Programs to organizations and community groups for youth and adults

RAPP youth enjoying a night of skating at the Holiday Drop and Shop event on December 13, 2013.

RAPP for Youth

RAPP offers educational youth activities for school aged children at the same time as Coffee and Conversation at our Amenia and Poughkeepsie locations.

Last updated May 2, 2024