Family Place: A Place for Families to Connect, Learn and Thrive!
Come see us at our new location! We have expanded our programming and hours.
We are now at The Sanctuary at the Vashon United Methodist Church 17928 Vashon Highway.
(206) 348-3564 or on WhatsApp
familyplace@vyfs.org
VYFS Family Place provides a wide range of parenting support services to Vashon families. From Playgroups to Parents as Teachers, a home visitation program that empowers parents and supports family well-being. Family Place is caring for Island families and having a substantial impact on their health, development and happiness. All programs are free of charge.
Family Place Programs
PARENTS AS TEACHERS
FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM
Children come into this world ready to love and learn. Parents are their child’s first and most important teacher.
Through our home visiting program, Parents as Teachers, we partner with parents to support their child’s growth and development. Twice-monthly visits focus on learning through play, understanding the stages of child development, helping through the inevitable challenges of parenting, and supporting overall family well-being.
To learn more, please contact Mary Rose at marose@vyfs.org
“The Parents as Teachers program has been a life saver in many ways for my daughter and me. I’ve learned so much from my meetings covering everything from general care, child and self-health, age milestones, learning & play activities and emotional development. Diane pushes me to ask for help and utilize programs in our community, to take care of my own health and supports my journey through parenthood. There is always a new skill to learn in development and I'm very thankful to be part of Parents as Teachers”. - PAT recipient
KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN
A weekly, drop-in playgroup for caregivers and children, ages birth to 5. Playgroups include free play time, art projects, structured movement or song time, stories, parent support/coaching, and time to connect with other adults. Free for everyone!
Drop in, Every Tuesday at 10am at Family Place.
DIAPERS & RESOURCES
Our Welcome Baby boxes give parents essential supplies for their new babies. The baby box includes a sleep sack, washcloths, a Vashon onesie, and a hand-made quilt, along with parenting books and other resources. Contact us to receive a Baby Box. familyplace@vyfs.org
Community Exchange Closet Clothing, diapers and some baby supplies are always available at Family Place, just ask.
Playroom
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Open Play &
Special Events
We are excited to welcome families to Open Play in the Family Place playroom on Monday mornings, 9:30 am to Noon!
Family Place offers special events from time to time. , Calm amidst the Chaos – Yoga and mindfulness for caregivers and children will soon be offered WEEKLY! February 14th and 21st, 2024.
Dads’ Conversation Café meets twice per month, 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7:30 PM. Pizza and conversation on strengthening families topics.
English conversation classes are a relaxed forum for non-native English speakers to practice speaking English in a safe environment. Classes are structured around everyday topics with guided lessons and social time. Every Wednesdays 4:30-6:00pm during the school year, and periodically during the summer.
Family Place Staff
Mary Rose, Program Director & Parents as Teachers Supervisor
Brita Fisher, Parents as Teachers Home Visitor
Alicia Widmer, Program Coordinator
All services and resources at Family Place are Free, supported by Island donations.
Please donate today.
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