PEACE
Parent Education And Custody Effectiveness
 
PEACE is our name for the parent education program mandated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for those parents getting a divorce who have minor children. It is aimed at helping divorcing parents manage conflicts around visitation, custody, and support so they can effectively co-parent and allow their children to have two functioning parents in their lives. It helps parents remember that this is not about them – it is about their children.

Overview
  • Effects of Divorce and Separation on Adults
  • Effects of Divorce and Separation on Children
  • Helping Children Cope
  • Legal Responsibilities of Parents
  • Conflict Resolution

Course Structure
  • Parents attend two group sessions lasting two and one-half hours each on two successive Monday nights
  • Divorcing Parents DO NOT attend the same sessions
  • Classes include discussions, information, role playing, conflict resolution, and straightforward answers to questions
  • The program is held in our Beverly office every Monday night from 6-8:30 PM.

Fees
  • The fee for the program is set by the State at $80 per person.
  • The fee includes
    • Parent Handbook
    • Adult Reading List
    • Child Reading List
    • Local Resources

The PEACE Program is approved by the Probate and Family Court of Massachusetts.

Certificates of Completion are awarded after the second session.

Please call to register: 978.922.2280

For more information, please contact NSCC.
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