Family

Marriage is a loving, covenant relationship that two people intentionally enter into for a lifetime.  It is a powerful and sacred relationship that forms the foundation of healthy, thriving families.

Families are unique, diverse and come in many forms, sizes and makeups. They include; married nuclear families, blended families by remarriage or adoption, single parent families, foster families, gay families and military families to name just a few.

Parents, guardians and caring adults and are the most important factors in building strong families and empowered youth. 

Their presence, guidance, encouragement, and modeling are essential for family stability and positive youth development.  Children, however, do not arrive with instructions and no two children are alike. What is a parent to do?

Building strong, resilient families with thriving members that positively impact the world is a lofty and noble goal.  It is achieved with intentionality, tenacity and ongoing training. 

The Jacaranda Center is not only committed to helping parents, guardians and caring adults to acquire the tools and strategies to effectively build and support families, but The Jacaranda Center also supports and trains youth, and staff of family and youth organizations through professional development workshops and training.