CAN Prevention Council - Polk County

CAN Prevention Council - Polk County

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The C.A.N. Prevention Council provides up-to-date training to teachers & caregivers as well as support parents with educational class and community events.

Prevention Council consists of Polk County community members, from diverse professions, who seek to support families in creating safe environments for children. This is done through the funding of free parenting classes for everyone: new parents, expecting parents, grandparents, teachers, and more. Through education we believe that each child is given opportunity to live in a safe and nurturing en

12/15/2015

The holiday spirit is here and in full swing. Looking for activities to do with the kiddos?

Holiday and Seasonal Crafts for Kids Printable templates for children's holiday crafts and for preschool, kindergarten and elementary school kids.

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For all the parents out there....not just moms!

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Photos 04/02/2015

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