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The Plymouth Family Network (PFN) provides support to families with children under the age of four and expectant parents living in the town of Plymouth.

Founded in 1999, PFN is one of many Massachusetts Family Networks statewide. PFN provides parent outreach, education, and community support services designed to make parenting less stressful, build on family strengths, and enhance school readiness. There are no developmental or income requirements for membership and all services are free of charge.

Studies show the value of rich, varied experiences in early childhood and the important role of parents in their child's learning process. The family environment is the most powerful influence on a child's social and emotional development and readiness for school. Ensuring that a child receives appropriate nurturing and support, especially during the earliest years, prenatal through age three, is a challenge.

PFN services include:

PFN offers:

	Resources and referrals
	Parent education programs
	Playgroups
	Family literacy activities
	Parent/child workshops
	Support groups
	Social events

	Connections with health, educational, recreational, child care and public assistance resources
	Opportunities for families to make friends with other parents and young children
	A relaxed, fun environment in which to share parenting tips, gain and give support
	Qualified staff to answer questions about early childhood development

Website maintained by sarons@plymouth.k12.ma.us

The Plymouth Family Network is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care
through the Title I Department of the Plymouth Public Schools.

Plymouth Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis or race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation,
homelessness or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities.