The Family Resource Center serves children, adolescents, families and professionals. We provide a range of resources through our
Behavioral Health Library.
Marguerite Roberts, MS, NP, organizes and runs conferences, workshops and family support programs, and is on hand to assist you with your research needs.
WORKSHOPS
Family Rounds 12-1:30 p.m., the third Thursday of the month, at NSMC North Shore Children's Hospital, Lynch Conference Center. For more info contact Marguerite Roberts.
Fall/Winter Family Rounds program schedule
November 20 The Essex District Attorney Juvenile Justice Program presents NetSmartz: Internet Safety for Children
FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAMS complete list
NEW! Learn to Cope North Shore A parent to parent peer support group for families living with the drug addiction of a loved one. Weekly group meets every Thursday 7-9pm in Lynch Conference Room, NS Children's Hospital. No registration or fee. Contact the
Family Resource Center for more information. view flier
Parents Helping Parents--
This support group meets weekly and follows a successful statewide model. Free, confidential and anonymous. Call 1.800.882.1250 to get a referral. See also the Parents Helping Parents website: www.parentshelpingparents.org OR contact the Family Resource Center for more information. view flier
Sibling Support Program – Sibshop is an exciting program for siblings (age 8-12) of children with any developmental, behavioral or medical health disorder. Programs are also available for 4-6 year olds. Contact the
Family Resource Center for more information. view flierADHD Parent Support Groups – parents support and guide one another through the challenges of parenting children with behavioral, social and educational issues. Meets weekly in a series. Both morning and evening groups are available. Contact the
Family Resource Center for more information. view flier
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group – a support group for grandparents raising grandchildren. The group meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from 11– 12 a.m. in the Family Resource Center. Contact the Family Resource Center for more information. view details
Community Education Programs – programs are available throughout the year in the area of children’s medical, developmental, behavioral and mental health. The topics and format change based on community requests. Programs are available for parents, educators and professionals.
Health Education Consultations – assistance provided to families in accessing information related to their child’s special needs. Literature, books, videos and computer links are easily attained in the Resource Center with the guidance of a Clinical Specialist.
