Parent Engagement

IRENE & RONALD COHEN CENTER FOR PARENT ENGAGEMENT + EDUCATION

All stages of the parenting process, from deciding when to start a family through to raising a child, come with challenges. The never-ending pressure seems unavoidable and the responsibilities, at times, overwhelming.

With a multitude of products, parenting styles, alternative family constellations, support networks, and differing educational programs, how does a parent find a consistent place to go for solid advice and guidance?

Our Center for Parent Engagement + Education addresses parent’s needs, today and throughout the ever-changing landscape of parenthood, by focusing on each individual family. We offer a welcoming space that features classes and provides resources, lectures and personal consultations for all phases of child-rearing, as well as fostering important social connections. Positive parenting methods, balancing work and family life, as well as engaging in recreational activities for the whole family are just a few of the avenues we are addressing to ensure the needs of parents are being met.

Let the JCC support you throughout your parenting journey, all while enhancing the well-being of your family.

SPECIAL EVENT

BUNDLES OF JOY: SELF-CARE TIPS FOR NEW MOMS + BABY CARE
May is Maternal Mental Health Month, and we’re bringing the pros to you to help navigate your parenting journey! Topics include prioritizing self-care, addressing feeding challenges for breast and formula feeding, and navigating sleep for both yourself and your baby. Led by Terah Stiell, PA-C, Senior Physician Assistant and Francine Loccisano MS, PA-C, OBGYN Supervisor, Advanced Clinical Providers, both from Katz Women’s Hospital.
Thursday, May 16
11am-12pm
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PARENT + ME PROGRAMS

OFFICE HOURS WITH SUZANNE
Meet with Suzanne to talk about all things parenting! Please email sucohen@sjjcc.org or call 516.484.1545 ext. 289 to schedule an appointment.
Mondays
10-11:30am

LITTLE MAESTROS
Have fun and make friends in this class complete with interactive activities, language development segment, musical storytime, imaginative and pretend play, puppet shows with a special message, dance party, and more.

Ages: 15-36 months
8 sessions
Begins Wednesday, April 17
10:30am-11:15am
$320 members / $360 nonmembers
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Ages: 3-15 months
8 sessions
Begins Wednesday, April 17
11:30am-12:15pm
$320 members / $360 nonmembers
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Ages: 3-36 months
8 sessions
Begins Wednesday, April 17
12:30-1:15pm
$320 members / $360 nonmembers
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SHAJAM WITH TKIYA
Ages: 3-24 months
Enjoy a fun and interactive Shabbat experience with music, movement, parachutes, shakers, bubbles, and challah!

8 sessions
Begins Friday, April 26
9:45-10:30am
$280 members / $320 nonmembers
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8 sessions
Begins Friday, April 26
3-3:45pm
$280 members / $320 nonmembers
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7 sessions
Begins Friday, June 21
9:45-10:30am
$245 members / $280 nonmembers
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SENSORY PLAY + MOVEMENT
Ages: 10 months+
Explore a blend of music, movement, sensory play, and obstacle courses to nurture developmental milestones, ignite exploration, and foster growth and connection!
5 sessions
Begins Friday, May 17
10:45-11:30am
$175 members / $200 nonmembers
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6 sessions
Begins
Friday, June 21
10:45-11:30am
$210 members / $240 nonmembers
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“What we wanted more than anything was a place where we could feel supported. We found that at the Irene & Ronald Cohen Center for Parent Engagement + Education. We feel we belong, and that is the best part of the Center – the community.”  Christina S.