Circle of Parents is a national network of parent-led self-help groups, where parents and caregivers share ideas, celebrate successes, and address the challenges surrounding parenting.

Since West Virginia launched Circle of Parents in 2012, the network has continued to host annual Facilitator/Parent Leader Training Workshops. All of the organizations have started or have plans to start groups in various parts of the state.

For more information about the groups, please contact the WV Circle of Parents Network at wvcircleofparents@gmail.com

Circle of Parents groups can be open to the general community or tailored to parents who share particular interests or circumstances. All groups agree to meet these standards:

• Groups use the mutual self-help model.
• Groups are non-judgmental and promote a positive approach to parenting.
• Participation is free, confidential, and anonymous.
• A trained facilitator and parent leader facilitate the support groups.
• Groups meet two or four times a month.
• The childcare needs of participants are addressed.