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WSOS Community Action

WSOS Community Action. Fatherhood Connections. What WSOS does in the OHIO FATHERHOOD Program. Fatherhood Class Case Management Work Readiness Financial Literacy Referrals. Dads Classes. What kind of a father am I? What is a Man? Showing and handling feelings/emotions

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WSOS Community Action

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  1. WSOS Community Action • Fatherhood Connections

  2. What WSOS does in the OHIO FATHERHOOD Program • Fatherhood Class • Case Management • Work Readiness • Financial Literacy • Referrals

  3. Dads Classes • What kind of a father am I? • What is a Man? Showing and handling feelings/emotions • Communication, the father’s role, discipline • Working with Mom/co-parenting • National Fatherhood Intake/Information session • Children’s growth/development, getting involved • Dads and work, money management/budgeting • Fathering from the inside; Reentry

  4. The VIP [Very Important Padre] program is designed to provide a comprehensive set of tools, strategies and exercises for fathers of all races, religions, cultures, and backgrounds that will allow them to become the father their children need.

  5. Here are some facts about being a father: • A positive self-worth is critical to the ability to nurture one’s self, others and the environment • Empathy forms the foundation of a nurturing father and parenting. • Fathers empower their children to make good choices and wise decisions through the use of their children’s strong will and personal power. • Discipline is the practice of teaching children to be respectful, cooperative, and contributing members to a family and society • Humor, laughter and fun necessary to promote family happiness, a positive attitude, an outlet for stress reduction, and the chance to make living together as a family enjoyable.

  6. Dads Classes • Inside/Out Dad 24:7 Dad • Designed for individuals who are incarcerated and addresses their special needs. • Intended for all fathers in the community.

  7. REFERRAL TO NATIONAL FATHERHOOD PROGRAM • Resume development • Interview skills • Supportive services • Continuation of Ohio Fatherhood Services

  8. PARTNERS • CROSSWAEH • Lake Erie Community Corrections Center • Northwest Community Corrections Center • Heartland • The Ridge Project • County DJFS • Local Educational Facilities

  9. “There is no secret to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” -Colin Powell

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