Connecticut General Statutes 17a-54 – Parent education and support centers
The Department of Children and Families shall establish, within available appropriations, community-based, multiservice parent education and support centers. The goal of each center shall be to improve parenting and enhance family functioning in order to provide children and youths increased opportunities for positive development. Each center shall provide: (1) Parent education and training services; (2) parent support services; (3) information about and coordination of other community services; (4) consultation services; and (5) coordination of child care and transportation services to facilitate participation in the center’s programs. Each center shall conduct outreach programs and shall be accessible with respect to schedule and location.