Programs for Fathers
F.A.C.T. Groups
The VNA Fathers and Children Together (F.A.C.T.) programs are designed for fathers or men in the fathering role and their children, aged birth to 5 years old. These programs offer an opportunity for dads to meet other dads and their children.
The programs consist of fun activities, parent education and support. Dads and kids enjoy a meal and experienced child care staff support the children in their play.
There are FACT programs based in Burlington, Winooski, and St. Albans. To learn more about these programs, click here.
For a July calendar of happenings at each program, click here.
For an August calendar of happenings at each program, click here.
The goal of the VNA F.A.C.T. project is to encourage and support the involvement of fathers with their young children by increasing father-focused parent education and support programs in Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. The F.A.C.T. project also seeks to promote a father-friendly culture through these activities and by disseminating information throughout the community on the importance of dads in their children’s lives.
Funding for this project is provided by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Grant # 90FR0029.
2010 Family Supper and FACT Reunion Celebration
Tuesday, June 15
5-8 pm
at Ethan Allen Homestead Garden Space
Celebrating FACT creator, Steve Mojica, and his many years of service. Click here for more info.
Fatherhood Tip Sheets
Click on links below to download a pdf of one of our Fatherhood tip sheets.
Do Dads Make a Difference? You Bet They Do!
Dads, Kids & Reading
Discipline and Dads
Money Sense
Kids and Chores
Kids and Holiday Stress
Kids and Screen Time
Balancing Work and Being a Dad
Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in writing or discussion, are those of the authors of the written material, or of program staff, and do not necessarily reflect the view of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families.
Other Programs
Being the best dad you can be is the most important kind of "home improvement" you can do for your family! We offer additional free parent education and support groups for fathers throughout the year. Please contact the VNA for more information.
All of these services are available to all eligible persons, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or religion.
For more information about all of our Dads programs, please contact:
Josh Edelbaum
VNA F.A.C.T. Coordinator
(802) 860-4420
edelbaum@vnacares.org