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Our new fatherhood program launches in October! Learn how Skagit Dads Connect supports local dads and father figures who are ready to build on their parenting skills, learn new tools and approaches for strengthening their relationships, and helping their kids succeed.  

Groups are available in English and in Spanish.

Jarrod, Dad Coach:  

An experienced social worker, Jarrod draws on his background with incarceration and addiction recovery to help Dad’s reconnect with their children and families, rebuild their lives, and discover hope.  

Best Thing about being a Dad: "Having the privilege of being part of my son's life and watching him grow into an honest, compassionate man."

Genaro, Workshop Facilitator: 

In addition to his primary role as Executive Director of O.U.R. Journey, a local group founded to empower, heal, and support youth in Skagit County through culturally responsive mentorship and peer-led intervention, Genaro co-facilitates Skagit Dads Connect.  



Best thing about Being a Dad: "Spending time with my children."



John, Family Support Specialist and Workshop Facilitator: 

With a 40-year career in behavioral health, John specializes in trauma, mental health, addiction, employment challenges, parenting, family counseling, and men’s issues.

Best thing about being a Dad: "Being blessed with the unconditional love of my son."

 

One of the best gifts you can give your child is a good relationship with each other as parents!

Designed for both expecting and new parents, the Bringing Baby Home Program will give you skills and information to recognize and cope successfully with the normal stressors of becoming a family.

Cost $75 per couple for the 5-week course includes an evening meal*.

Facilitated by Liz & Ben Cooksey

Thursdays, Sept 24 - Oct 22, 5 - 8:30 pm

United General District 304

Heartwood House: Huckleberry Meeting Room

2031 Hospital Drive, Sedro-Woolley

*A limited number of scholarships are available. Reach out to liz.cooksey@unitedgeneral.org for more information.

District 304 offers 50+ programs supporting health and wellbeing at all stages of life!

Get involved by taking a class or joining a Community Coalition this fall.

School Clubs and Activities for Kids and Teens

• B-EHS Tiger CLAWS
• CAMP: Cubs Advocating for Mental Health and Prevention
• Concrete Prevention Posse & Helpful Turtles
• Rooted: Youth Bereavement Peer Support Groups
• ViV: Varsity in Volunteerism

First Aid and Mental Health Trainings

• CPR, AED, and First Aid
• Mental Health First Aid
• Overdose Response
• QPR: Suicide Prevention

Health and Fitness

• Nature Rx Walks
• United Fitness Center Membership
• Yoga for Every Body

Community Coalitions

• Burlington Healthy Community Coalition
• Skagit Valley Bicycle Coalition
• Children's Council of Skagit County
• Concrete Resource Coalition
• Sedro-Woolley RISE

Thrive Rx Meals for the Win!

Participants in our Thrive Rx program have been taking part in weekly cooking classes exploring ways to incorporate nutritious foods and simple meals into their lives. The Around the Table recipes are designed with nutrition strategies tailored for the lifestyle, health, and physical needs of older adults, but work for anyone!

Check out two participant-favorite recipes, perfect for warm summer days and on-the-go meals or snacks, including a vegetarian take on "tuna salad" and a flavorful veggie cream cheese spread.

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United General District 304 offers more than 50 programs promoting health & wellbeing at every stage of life.