Highland Park - Family Network

Family Network allows parents to connect with each other and to professionals, thereby preventing the isolation and lack of knowledge that can increase stress during the early years of parenting. This is truly a haven where parents are valued and children feel cared for and safe. Family Network Director Jordan Friedman

Recent News and Upcoming Events


	Cooking Class for Expectant Mothers In collaboration with Nurture, Family Network’s Right From the Start, Desde el Principio, program is presenting cooking classes for Latino expectant mothers, helping them to prepare healthy meals for themselves and their babies. Read more
	Congratulations, Nora! Right From The Start Program Coordinator Nora Barquin has been named to the University of Illinois Extension, Lake & McHenry County, 2011 Hall of Fame. Read more
	Family Network Celebrates 10th Annual Book Review Luncheon Over 100 people attended Family Network's 10th annual book review luncheon to raise funds for the Parent/Child Center and honor 2011 Comunity Service Award Winner Ruth Sutton. Entertainment was provided by book dramatist Barbara Rinella, who delighted the crowd with her renditions of famous literary figures. Read more
	Poverty's damaging legacy Chicago Tribune, Sept. 21, 2011 Poverty's damaging legacy: Troubling impact on children doesn't always stop when parents get back on their feet. Family Focus was consulted in a recent Chicago Tribune article on the effects of job loss on children. Read more