Triple P Elkhart County Parent Newsletter - January 2026

Triple P returns to Kosciusko County Jan. 20 at Warsaw Community Public Library!

Exciting news for Kosciusko County parents! Triple P is coming to the Warsaw Community Public Library! We're thrilled the library has agreed to host our first parent workshops there in a long time.


Please join us for a special evening dedicated to "Raising Confident, Competent Children." This uplifting seminar is designed for parents of children 12 and under, and will be filled with practical, positive strategies you can use right away.


Choose the session that works best for your family:


📍 In-Person at the Warsaw Library


  • When: Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 5:00 PM
  • Where: Warsaw Community Public Library
  • Details: Presented in English and Spanish. Childcare will be provided so you can relax and focus.


If you aren't able to join us for the in-person event, we also offer the seminar virtually this month.


💻 Virtual from the Comfort of Home


  • When: Monday, Jan. 26, at 6:00 PM
  • Where: Live on Zoom
  • Details: Presented in English. Open to all parents in Elkhart, Kosciusko, Marshall, and St. Joseph counties.


In these sessions, you’ll discover gentle, effective ways to:

✨ Encourage respect, cooperation, and consideration in your children

✨ Help them communicate their feelings and solve problems independently

✨ Build their self-esteem and confidence from the inside out


We know life is busy, so we’ve created options to make it easy for you to attend. Let this be your gift to yourself and your family as we step into the new year together.


Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today!

As always, you can find information about upcoming Triple P workshops and group sessions in the community at TriplePElkhartCounty.org. Read on for more updates!

The Triple P for Baby Group series returns in February!

We're delighted to announce the return of a fan-favorite: Triple P for Baby Group is coming back to Healthy Beginnings in Elkhart! If you're a parent or caregiver of a baby, this is your invitation to join a welcoming community where you can grow your confidence, share experiences, and discover simple, powerful parenting tools.


Why do parents love Baby Group?

This six-part series is more than just a class: it’s a supportive space to build a joyful, resilient foundation for your family. You’ll walk away with practical strategies that fit right into your daily routine, helping you navigate baby’s first year with more calm and connection.


Mark your calendar for this enriching series:


🗓️ Schedule: First & Third Tuesdays starting February 3, ending April 21 | 3:30–5:30 PM


📍 Location: Healthy Beginnings | 1400 Hudson St., Elkhart


🧸 Childcare: Available for little ones 8 months/crawling and up. Infants are welcome to stay with you.


☕ Refreshments: Light snacks and drinks provided at each session.


🎵 Bonus experience for attendees:

We’ve teamed up with Goshen College Music Together to offer every participant a free sample of their beloved Music Together Babies class: a fun, engaging way to bond with your little one through music. Many thanks to Early Learning Indiana for helping make this special partnership happen!


Complete the series and receive our thanks:

We appreciate your commitment to growing as a parent! Everyone who attends all six sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion and an Exxon Mobil prepaid gas card to help cover travel.


Ready to build your parenting toolkit alongside other local families? Reserve your spot today, this popular series tends to fill fast!

New article from Triple P: How to help kids thrive at school

There’s no shortage of problems going to school can bring up, whether it’s challenging behaviors, friendship dramas, poor grades or sore tummies in the morning.


Every parent and caregiver wants their child to enjoy school, reach their potential and make friends, but it’s not always as easy as it sounds.


While school is naturally full of ups and downs, as a parent or caregiver you can help make it an overall positive experience. Whether your child has just gone back to school or started school for the first time, these simple and practical strategies can help them succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Upcoming events

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!

Events in English


January


Wednesday, January 14

Triple P: Strengthening Homework Habits

Hosted at Heart City Church (303 S 3rd St, Elkhart), 5:30p-7:00p

*for parents/caregivers of teens and pre-teens

*Family dinner at 5:30p with workshop starting at 6:00p


Tuesday, January 20

Triple P: Raising Confident, Competent Children

Hosted at Warsaw Community Public Library (310 E Main St, Warsaw), 5:00p-6:30p

*for parents/caregivers of children age 0-12


Monday, January 26

Triple P: Raising Confident, Competent Children

Hosted on Zoom, 6:00p-7:30p

*for parents/caregivers of children age 0-12


Tuesday, January 27

Triple P: Promoting Safe Sleep

Hosted at FRC (500 N Nappanee St, Elkhart), 3:00p-4:00p

*for parents/caregivers of children 18 months and younger


February


Tuesday, February 3-Tuesday, April 21

Triple P: Triple P Baby Group (6 sessions)

Hosted at Healthy Beginnings (1400 Hudson St, Elkhart), 3:30p-5:30p

*for parents/caregivers of children 12 months and younger

*12 seats available


Wednesday, February 4

Triple P: Language and Communication

Hosted at Heart City Church (303 S 3rd St, Elkhart), 5:30p-7:00p

*for parents/caregivers of children age 0-12

*Family dinner at 5:30p with workshop starting at 6:00p

Events in Spanish


January


Tuesday, January 20

Triple P: Raising Confident, Competent Children

Hosted at Warsaw Community Public Library (310 E Main St, Warsaw), 5:00p-6:30p

*for parents/caregivers of children age 0-12


Thursday, January 22

Triple P: Coping with Stress

Hosted at FRC (500 N Nappanee St, Elkhart), 11:00a-12:00p

*for parents/caregivers of children age 0-12


February


Monday, February 9

Triple P: Raising Competent Teens

Hosted on Zoom, 6p-7:30p

*for parents/caregivers of teens and pre-teens


Tuesday, February 10

Triple P: Safe Sleep

Hosted at FRC (500 N Nappanee St, Elkhart), 3:30p-4:00p

*for parents/caregivers of children age 0-12

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.

Help our community create the best possible indoor play spaces for families!

A team with Building Strong Brains, Elkhart County's early childhood initiative, is working to map and develop public places where Elkhart County families can play indoors. By taking a very brief online survey (and helping spread the word about the survey to other families) you'll help their work.


Click the button below to take the survey in English or Spanish, and click the image of the flyer to download a PDF in English or Spanish to print or share with others.


Thank you for your help!

Camp Kesem Notre Dame (CKND) is a unique resource offered to children whose parents have been diagnosed with cancer. CKND will offer its 24th annual camp in summer 2026, open to campers from throughout the Northern Indiana area. The camp is offered free of charge, and is open to any 6-18 year old who has, or has had, a parent or primary caregiver affected with cancer.


CKND one of over 100 active Camp Kesem chapters throughout the United States, and the program is staffed by wonderful student volunteers and leaders from the University of Notre Dame. As a national organization, Camp Kesem has over 15 years of experience bringing top quality programs that have a significant positive impact on children and families. The camps are designed to allow children the opportunity to find support, have fun, and feel safe, loved, heard, and respected. In addition to the annual summer camp, CKND also offers year-round support services. Some of these opportunities include a fall and spring Friends and Family Day, where campers and their families are invited to get together for fun activities and games, and providing extra support or care packages for families experiencing a particularly difficult time. 


Registration is open now for new families. Email notredame.outreach@kesem.org with questions or for more information.

We are the home of Positive Parenting Program in Elkhart County and beyond!

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!

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