LSU AgCenter: Extension-based Parenting Program Successful

Authors

Diane D. Sasser, Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge
Linda C. Robinson, Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge
Loren D. Marks, Brigham Young University - ProvoFollow

Keywords

AgCenter, Parents Preparing for Success Program, assistance

Abstract

Louisiana State University AgCenter, in partnership with Louisiana Department of Social Services, launched the Parents Preparing for Success Program (PPSP) - a multifaceted parenting education program targeting low-income, expectant, or new mothers on December 4, 2003. Instructors have referred clients to additional outside agencies, including continuing education programs, mental health and counseling services, employment agencies, and income tax preparation assistance through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).

Original Publication Citation

Sasser, D. D., Robinson, L. C., & Marks, L. D. (2011). LSU AgCenter: Extension-based parenting program successful. Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences, 103, 61-62.

BYU ScholarsArchive Citation

Sasser, Diane D.; Robinson, Linda C.; and Marks, Loren D., "LSU AgCenter: Extension-based Parenting Program Successful" (2011). Faculty Publications. 4882.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/facpub/4882

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2011

Permanent URL

http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/7686

Publisher

Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences

Language

English

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Family Life

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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