Programmes

Programme List

Find a Programme

Please see our list of programmes below. Please note final decision on what programmes will be listed rests with the administrators of the website.

At Home in School Programme

Home/School Transition Programme. Preparing your child for school. If you have any concerns about your child starting school in terms of school readiness or anxiety about starting school, this course will address those concerns.

Child to parent Non-Violent Resistance Programme (NVR)

This programme is suitable for any parent/carer who feels controlled, intimidated or threatened by their child/teenager. It's also for any parent/carer who feels that they have to adapt their behaviour because of threats, use of abuse or violence from their child or teenager.

Circle of Security

The Circle of Security® Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. Secure children are happier, less angry, kinder, and able to get on better with family and friends. They trust the people they love and are able to solve problems.

Decider Skills

The Decider Skills are designed to help us to be more resilient, resourceful and manage our own mental health.

Growing Child Programme

The Lifestart Growing Child Programme is a child-centred, month-by-month guide for parents on how their child develops and grows from birth up to five years. It is uniquely designed to support parents create the best possible environment for their child to develop and is delivered to parents on a one-to-one basis in their own home.

In-Home Family Support Service 

The Sligo Leitrim Family Support Service provides practical, emotional, advice and esteem support to children and families in their own homes. The Service is provided by skilled and experienced Family Support Workers who support parents and children in their home environment. Parents can contact the Parent Hub Coordinator for the relevant contact details.

Parent Plus Adolescence Programme

An evidence-based parenting course promoting effective communication and positive relationships in families with adolescents aged 11 to 16 years.

Parent Plus Children's Programme

An evidence-based parenting course on promoting confidence, learning and positive behaviour in young children 6 to 11 years.

Parent Plus Early Years Programme

An evidence-based, practical and positive parenting course promoting confidence, learning and good behaviour in young children aged 1 to 6 years.

Parents Plus Healthy Families Programme

Children are experiencing increased rates of health problems, such as obesity and higher levels of anxiety. Parents Plus Healthy Families Programme can empower parents to create healthy and connected families and improve well-being for everyone. This programme is practical, solution-focused and draws on parent’s strengths. It is suitable for all families with young children aged 1 to 12 years.

Parents Plus Parenting When Separated Programme

A practical and positive evidence-based course for parents who are preparing for, going through or have gone through a separation or divorce.