As a professional working with adolescents, The Working Things Out Programme is a comprehensive training programme which will give you the knowledge and tools to support teenagers experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges. This programme provides you with effective interventions and strategies to enhance emotional regulation, problem-solving skills, communication techniques, and resilience, as well as […]
One of the core concepts in the Parents Plus programmes is ‘pressing the pause button’. When faced with challenging behaviours, parents are invited not to react and instead to take a pause instead. This pause interrupts unhelpful reactions and allows parents to take a moment so they can ‘tune in’ to their child’s needs ( […]
In 2023 we worked closely with Hertfordshire Council in their rollout of the Parents Plus Parenting When Separated (PWS) Programme, through funding from the Dept of Work and Pensions Reducing Parental Conflict programmes. They delivered the PWS online and in person and are currently designing and implementing an evaluation of the impact and outcomes for […]
We have a few remaining places left on our ADHD Programme Training starting on the 18th of April. Our PP-ADHD training is for frontline professionals and can help prevent serious secondary problems, such as self-harm and substance misuse, from affecting children with ADHD as they grow older. This programme utilises a solution-focused approach with facilitators […]
The Parents Plus Programmes are practical, evidence-based parenting and mental health courses that are designed to be delivered by professionals who work with families. Backed by over 25 years of research, our programmes have proven benefits for families, including those dealing with disadvantage, disability and mental health problems, as well as the normal ups and […]
As professionals dedicated to supporting families, you understand the complex challenges faced during separation and divorce. Recognising this, Parents Plus has developed the ‘Parenting When Separated Programme’, a comprehensive training designed to equip you with essential skills and knowledge for assisting families through these trying times. Programme Overview: The Parenting When Separated Programme is a […]
A Reflection from the Children’s Disability Network Team Mid-Wicklow The Wicklow Primary Healthcare Centre, and the Children’s Disability Network Team Mid-Wicklow (CDNT6) have been at the forefront of delivering the Parents Plus Special Needs Programme since it was launched in September 2020 The Parents Plus Special Needs Programme was developed to enable professionals to effectively […]
Our evidence-based programmes for professionals who work in Community, Health, Education and Disability services, are backed by over 26 years of research and have proven benefits for families. In the last 10 years alone, we have supported over 1,000 organisations, in Ireland and internationally, to create sustainable change in their service delivery, strengthening over 100,000 families. […]
Parents Plus is Seeking Applications From Skilled Trustees. The charity is eager to hear from people who are committed to a belief in the importance of strengthening families across Ireland. Parents Plus mission is to improve outcomes and well-being for children, adolescents and their families by empowering professionals to deliver our evidence-based parenting and mental health programmes […]
We are delighted to announce a new collaboration between Parents Plus Charity, the HSE Disability Division and Children’s Disability Network Teams to roll out and evaluate the impact of the Parents Plus Early Years and Special Needs parent support programmes to families over the next three years 2024-2026. We look forward to working together with […]
