Parents Forever™ is an educational program for parents that are separating, divorcing, or changing custody of their children.

The Parents Forever™ program may meet the requirement for court mandated co-parenting classes for divorcing parents. Please confirm with your county before registering.

After the Parents Forever™ program, you will be able to:

• Describe the family transition journey
• Recognize the importance of self-care and the parent-child bond for child well-being
• Identify internal and external resources to help you thrive during big changes

2025 Class Schedule for Crawford County

Wednesdays from 12-4pm

November 12

Cost:
$20 – includes Parents Forever™ handbook and class materials.
Cash or Money Order payable to: Extension Crawford County.
You will need to pay for and pick up your materials from the Extension Office. (Cash or money order only.)
If needed, you can pay online and have your materials shipped to you – the cost is $35. The shipping process can take a couple of weeks, so please contact us early! For online payment instructions, contact the Extension Office at 608.326.0223.

Contact Amanda Griswold if you are needing alternative dates for classes. She can be reached by phone at 608.326.0223 or by email at amanda.griswold@wisc.edu.

About the Classes

The Resilient Co-Parenting classes are for parents or caregivers who are raising their children together while living apart. These classes are a source of ongoing support for co-parents as they continue their journey. Anyone can join!

Class topics include:

• Having difficult conversations
• Helping children with strong emotions
• Coping with stress during big changes

Click here to view a full list of class topics and dates.

How Do I Join a Class?

All class are free.
Join us the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
Classes are virtual on Zoom.

Are you experiencing a separation or divorce? Find out how to manage your big change while supporting your children.

This series of five classes includes:

• Coping with your emotions
• Talking with your children about separation
• Managing conflict with a co-parent and more

Big changes can be stressful. Having the right tools can help. Join us.