Calling youth ages 12-17. Build confidence, make new connections, and strengthen Social & Emotional Competence Ability in a fun and supportive environment. Through engaging discussions and interactive activities, youth develop communication skills, resilience, and positive peer connections. This week’s topics include Alcohol, Vaping, Cannabis & Opioids. Learn to identify common myths, understand the effects of these substances, and explore the laws related to alcohol and drugs. Together, we’ll build the knowledge and skills needed to make healthy, informed decisions.
Find your people. Be Boldly You is a supportive space for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults to explore, express, and celebrate your unique identity. Connect with others, share your experiences, and build a community where you can be unapologetically yourself. Let’s grow together—authenticity starts here!
Ages 16-25 Welcome!
Domestic violence intervention classes open to individuals who want to learn about healthy relationships, accountability, and non-violent communication. Participants will gain tools to manage emotions, resolve conflict safely, and build respectful relationships.
• Understanding the cycle of violence
• Accountability and behavior change
• Healthy communication skills
• Managing anger and emotional triggers
• Building respectful relationships
• Conflict resolution strategies
12 Week DCFS approved. Group parenting classes. Participants must start by May 14.
Topics Include:
-Nurturing as a Lifestyle
-Children's Brain Development
-Alternatives to Spanking
-Emotional Regulation
This group supports pregnant individuals by promoting prenatal wellness through education, emotional support, and peer connection. Topics
focus on:
• changes in pregnancy and prenatal wellness
• whole body wellness in pregnancy (exercise and nutrition)
• labor & delivery prep and comfort techniques
• postpartum care and wellness
• baby care
• breastfeeding
• bonding and nurturing relationships after baby
A creative, therapeutic group for children ages 7–10 to explore art, play, and connection in a safe, supportive space. Through guided activities, children build confidence, express emotions, and practice positive social skills while connecting with peers. The group fosters creativity, emotional growth, and healthy interaction in a welcoming environment.
• Creative art activities
• Build confidence & social skills
• Safe and supportive group setting
• Supplies and food included
• Limited spots available
Un grupo creativo y terapéutico para niños de 7 a 10 años donde podrán explorar el arte, el juego y la conexión en un ambiente seguro y de apoyo. A través de actividades guiadas, los niños desarrollarán confianza, expresarán emociones y practicarán habilidades sociales positivas mientras interactúan con otros niños. El grupo fomenta la creatividad, el crecimiento emocional y la interacción saludable en un entorno acogedor.
• Actividades creativas de arte
• Desarrollo de confianza y habilidades sociales
• Ambiente grupal seguro y de apoyo
• Materiales y comida incluidos
• Cupos limitados
Come grow with us! Join fellow parents and caregivers in a supportive environment where you’ll build meaningful connections, strengthen your parenting skills, and learn practical strategies from the Nurturing Parenting Curriculum. Together we’ll explore positive discipline, healthy communication, child development, and ways to create nurturing family relationships while supporting one another along the parenting journey.
Penny Lane Centers is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization that cares for over 3500 abused and neglected children, youth and families a month. We provide therapeutic services, foster family home placements, adoption services, transitional and affordable housing, family preservation, Intensive Services and mental health services for children youth and families throughout Los Angeles County.
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