Hi Triple P parents,

I wanted to share an update with you about Triple P in Elkhart County and what we talked about at a community meeting last Friday.

On March 6, about 30 people who help offer Triple P — folks from schools, community organizations, health care, and more — came together to talk about the future of Triple P here in our county. We spent time looking back at what we’ve built together and talking honestly about what comes next.

For the past 10 years, Horizon Education Alliance (HEA) has played a behind‑the‑scenes role, helping coordinate Triple P so that parents across Elkhart County could access classes, coaching, and resources. During that time, more than 10,000 parents have used Triple P tools to build stronger, more confident families.

Now, HEA is shifting its focus more toward youth and adult career pathways, and they’re also facing some financial limitations. Because of this, HEA will step away from its coordinating role with Triple P starting in July 2026. This doesn’t mean Triple P has “failed” or that parenting support isn’t important — everyone at the meeting agreed that supporting parents like you is still absolutely essential.

At the convening, our Triple P team — Trisha Lightfoot, Sabrina Ibarra, HEA data manager Meaghan Bylsma, and I — led a “data walk” to share some of the results of this work. We looked at numbers and stories that showed how Triple P has made a difference for families, schools, and neighborhoods across the county. It was a powerful reminder that your time, effort, and willingness to try new strategies with your kids really matter.

We also talked a lot about the future. Many of the organizations at the meeting want to keep offering Triple P or pieces of it, even after HEA changes roles. With the help of our facilitator, Dr. Kim Boynton, people shared ideas about how to keep programs going, what support they’ll need, and how we can make sure parents don’t lose access to help when they need it.

As your Triple P director, I left the meeting feeling both the weight of change and a lot of hope. Triple P in Elkhart County has always been about community, about people like you who care deeply about their kids and are willing to learn, try new things, and support one another.

Over the coming months, we’ll share more concrete information about what will stay the same, what may look different, and how you can keep accessing support. For now, I want you to know this: you are not alone, and there are many people in this community who are committed to making sure parents continue to have the tools and encouragement they need.

Thank you for being part of the Triple P community and for everything you do every day for your children. If you have questions or want to stay closely updated on next steps, please reach out — we’re here to walk through this transition with you.

Sincerely,

Leah Plank

Director, Triple P Elkhart County (and Beyond)

A new Triple P for Baby Group is starting soon at the Goshen Public Library, and we'd love for you and your little one to join us!

This six-week series is designed for parents and caregivers of babies up to 12 months old (and expecting parents too!). Each session is a warm, supportive space to learn practical strategies that build confidence and connection during your baby's first year.

Here are the details:

🗓️ When: Mondays, April 13-May 18  

⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m.-noon  

📍 Where: Goshen Public Library

What to expect:

• Proven parenting strategies tailored to your baby's development
• Tips on sleep, soothing, bonding, and building healthy routines
• Connection with other local parents at the same stage of life

Childcare is available! We'll provide supervised activities for children of crawling age and older. If you have a younger infant, you're welcome to keep them with you during the sessions.

This free series is a beautiful opportunity to invest in your parenting journey and give your baby a strong, loving foundation.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to click the button below to reserve your spot today!

Triple P is excited to partner with The HUB (Hearts United for Bristol) to bring a free parenting workshop series to the Bristol community.

Join us for one of seven engaging, hour-long sessions from February through June. We’ll tackle the topics you face every day, from frustration to chores, screen time to sibling conflict, in a supportive and practical setting.

Here’s the schedule for March and beyond (all Sessions 6:45–7:45 PM at The HUB, 101 Vistula St, Bristol):

🗓️ March 12: Creating Balance in a Busy World | [Register: tinyurl.com/CalmFamily]

🗓️ March 26: Helping Kids Follow Instructions | [Register: tinyurl.com/Obey3]

🗓️ April 16: Building Responsibility through Chores | [Register: tinyurl.com/Chores4]

🗓️ May 14: Reducing Sibling Conflict | [Register: tinyurl.com/Sibling5]

🗓️ June 11: Screens, Limits and Balance | [Register: tinyurl.com/Screens6]

🗓️ June 25: Stress Less | [Register: tinyurl.com/MoreCalm7]

🌟 Children are welcome! We’ll provide fun activities for kids while you focus on learning tools you can use right away.

Ready to bring more calm and connection to your home? Click the image of the flyer to download the full flyer with all the details and easy registration links.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with other parents and build your positive parenting toolkit one practical skill at a time. We can’t wait to see you at The HUB!

One of the most important — and sometimes most challenging — parts of caring for a baby is ensuring they sleep safely and soundly. To help parents of babies with this vital part of parenting, Triple P Elkhart County is partnering with the Family Resource Center to offer a free workshop series: Safe Sleep and Developing Sleep Patterns.

This special hour is designed to give you both knowledge and practical tools. In the first 30 minutes, we'll cover essential, evidence-based Safe Sleep steps for your baby. In the second half, we'll share Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) strategies proven to help develop healthy sleep patterns.

Here's how you can join us:

• When: One Tuesday each month (March 24 this month) | 3:00-4:00 p.m.
• Where: Family Resource Center | 500 N Nappanee St, Suite 4A, Elkhart
• Cost: Free
• Please Note: No childcare is provided. To ensure a timely start, we ask that you arrive 10 minutes early.

¡Este taller también se ofrece en español! Puede encontrar las fechas y enlaces de registro en español en nuestro folleto adjunto.

Give yourself the gift of confidence and calm. Learn the steps to create a safe sleeping environment and build positive routines that benefit your whole family.

Secure your spot today and sleep better tonight.

Download the March calendar!

Click the image of the calendar to download a PDF Triple P event calendar for all this month's events in both English and Spanish!

Visit TriplePElkhartCounty.org to sign up for any of the events listed below, and bookmark the page to keep up with the latest Positive Parenting Program events across Elkhart County!

Join the MHAM 2026 Spring Summit on Building Resilience in person or online!

You’re invited to the free 2026 Mental Health Awareness Michiana Spring Summit, “Building Resilience Through Strategic & Radical Partnerships,” on Thursday, April 16, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Elkhart Health & Aquatic Center, with hybrid attendance available.

Caregivers, community leaders, and professionals are welcome to explore creative partnerships that strengthen services and community impact.

Learn more and register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting bit.ly/MHAM-2026-SPRING-SUMMIT

Check out the Crib Sheet for baby resources across Elkhart County!

Triple P is proud to have partnered with The SOURCE to create a new directory of resources for parents of babies in Elkhart County! Click the image here to download a two-page PDF of the new Crib Sheet in English and in Spanish, complete with clickable links for the websites, apps, and other resources listed.

This link is also available at TriplePElkhartCounty.org and TheSOURCEElkhartCounty.org, and future updates to the sheet will be available there.

Need to know how to get Triple P support in our community? No matter how you support families in our community, or even if you’re a parent or caregiver seeking one-on-one or group parenting support, we at Triple P Elkhart County are your first stop.

Here’s how you can connect with us:

📞 Call Us: Leave a message on our bilingual phone line at 574-226-0160 with your name and number, and we’ll return your call as soon as possible.

📧 Email Us: Reach out at info@triplepelkhartcounty.org with details about the services you’re interested in or any questions you have. We’ll respond promptly!

🌐 Use Building Strong Brains Findhelp: Visit tinyurl.com/findhelptpec to send a referral through Findhelp, a free online resource directory available anytime.

📱 Message Us on Social Media: Send us a direct message on Facebook (@triplepinelkhartcounty) or Instagram (@triplepelkhartcounty): we’re here to help!

At Triple P Elkhart County, we’re committed to making it easy for you to access the support and resources you need, whether from us or our partner organizations across the community. Let’s work together to strengthen families and build brighter futures!

Contact Triple P: info@triplepelkhartcounty.org or call at (574) 226-0160.

Triple P Elkhart County is powered by Horizon Education Alliance.

Learn more at heaindiana.org

Triple P Elkhart County is funded in part thanks to generous grants from the Bontrager Family Foundation, Early Learning Indiana, Geminus, and the Well Foundation.