Parenting Journey

Home visitation program providing support for families

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Home Child Care Community Action Program for Children Strengthening Families Parenting Journey

Program Overview

The Parenting Journey (P.J.) Program began in 2016 in Nova Scotia under the Prevention & Early Intervention Division of the Department of Community Services.

Parenting Journey is a home visitation program providing support for families experiencing complex social, emotional and familial difficulties which may impact overall family functioning, parent-child relationships and the well-being and development of children and youth 0 to 18 years of age. The program recognizes the well-being and development of children, youth and their families are impacted by their environment, communities and relationships with others. Parenting Journey uses a holistic approach to strengthen relationships between children, their parents, families and communities.

Focus of the Parenting Journey Program

  • Child & youth development, safety & well-being
  • Parenting support
  • Family support
  • Community connections, linkages and referrals

Benefits of the Parenting Journey Program

  • Setting relevant and personal goals
  • Improved family relationships
  • Increased understanding of parenting, child and youth development
  • Connections to community supports in times of need
  • Improved problem solving
  • Positive Social and emotional competence of children/youth
  • Positive nurturing and attachment relationships between children and parents/caregivers
  • Supports and resources for healthy family functioning
  • Positive parenting practices and parental resilience in times of stress and crisis
  • Improved social connections and supports
  • Hope and optimism about the future; improved parenting outlook

How do I become involved?

If you’re looking for more information on how to get involved, please fill out the form on our contact page, call or email us.

  • PDF Community Action Program for Children
    (Public Health Agency of Canada)
  • Is there a fee attached to the program?
    It is free of charge for all participants.
  • Is this program the same as a parenting class?
    No, it is not prescriptive and supports each family with each individual in mind.
  • How long is this program?
    It lasts up to twelve months. Participants can extend that period to eighteen months, depending on their needs.
  • How do I become involved?
    The program is based on self-referral. Families can call 902-864-6363 and ask for Monique. You can text or call 902-430-3046 or email us.