Parenteen

for teen parents and their children

Parenteen* is a comprehensive program serving pregnant and parenting teens and their children.

Who goes to Parenteen?

• Pregnant teens and teen mother ages 13-21

Parenteen provides FREE:

• Weekly meals, transportation and onsite childcare
• Weekly support/educational groups (Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 7:30pm)
• Individual counseling and case management services
• Opportunities to connect with other teen parents
• Community referrals

For more information contact Ann Puccetti, Program Director or Peggy Wright, Family Support Specialist at 708.848.2227.

*Due to funding, this program is offered to Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park residents only.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

The Parenteen program is looking for volunteers to make dinners on Wednesday nights for the teens and their children. If you can help make an entree, side dish, salad or dessert please call Ann Puccetti at 708.848.2227.

Food that needs no refrigeration or heating can be dropped off at any time before the 5:30 pm meal. Hot foods and refrigeration items should be dropped off between 5:00 pm and 5:20 pm. Store-bought and pre-made items are acceptable and greatly appreciated.

NEW OR GENTLY USED BOOKS NEEDED!

The Parenteen program is always looking for new or gently used book donations to promote an ongoing literacy program for teen parents and their children. If you are interested in donating books to this program please contact Ann at 708.848.2227 or email apuccetti@parenthesis-info.org. (Board books are preferred, but any donation is greatly appreciated!)

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405 South Euclid Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Phone: 708.848.2227    Fax: 708.848.2269