PARENTS for PARENTS

What is Parents for Parents (P4P)?

Parents for Parents (P4P) is a peer support program
that provides mentoring and guidance to parents
involved in the child welfare system.
The program provides early outreach and education
to help shift parental attitudes from anger and
resentment to acknowledgment and acceptance,
which enhances the parents’ engagement in their
court-ordered treatment plans.
Mentoring is provided by Parent Allies (PAs), parents
who successfully navigated the child welfare system,
accepted responsibility for the factors involved in their child’s dependency, and are eager to help other
parents succeed. PAs receive extensive training and
supervision to provide professional support to
parents and work collaboratively with court
professionals.

Core Components

Early Engagement
Education and Empowerment
Ongoing Peer Mentoring

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Why is Peer Mentoring Important?

Parents for Parents improves outcomes for children in foster care by strengthening and supporting their parents. Through peer monitoring, parents receive guidance from someone who has lived experience navigating the child welfare system. This support helps parents:

Engage more positively with child welfare professionals
Better understand expectations and court requirements
Increase participation in court-ordered services

How Does This Work?

INITIAL PLACEMENT HEARING OUTREACH

Parent Allies (PAs) meet with parents at the courthouse during their first hearing following the filing of a child protection petition. This moment is often overwhelming - Parents may feel scared, confused, angry and alone. Parent Allies offer connection, understanding, and hope that reunification is possible.

DEPENDENCY 101 CLASS

This one-time, two-hour class led by Parent Allies equips parents with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to navigate the child welfare system and move toward reunification.

ON-GOING SUPPORT

Parent Allies (PAs) provide continued support through follow-up communication, encouragement, and referrals to appropriate community resources. Virtual and telephone-based support is available to assist parents in addressing barriers within their cases and to promote successful engagement and progress.

Meet Your Peer Support Specialist

Maranda Grund

Maranda provides peer support to parents currently navigating the child welfare system, offering guidance, encouragement, and practical support during what can be an overwhelming time. Through her own lived experience within the child welfare system, Maranda brings empathy, understanding, and credibility to her work. She supports parents in understanding expectations, advocating for themselves, accessing resources, and staying engaged in their case plans. Her goal is to walk alongside parents, reduce feelings of isolation, and empower them to build confidence, accountability, and hope as they work toward reunification and long-term family stability.