PARENT EFFECTIVENESS AND INTERVENTION PROGRAM (PEIP) | NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY OF SERVICES
60 Academy Road, Albany, NY 12208
Eligibility
Families with at least one child ages 1 to 18 years, who is at risk of out-of-home placement, and/or where referral sources have identified a need for improved parenting skills
Hours
Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM
Program hours: Call to register or for class schedule details
Application process
Referral from the Columbia County Department of Social Services, probation, school, or other service providers
Fees
None
Service area
Columbia County, New York
Provides evidence-based curriculum to parents and/or guardians with home-based parent education and support by offering skills and tools to help reduce the risk of further maltreatment such as abuse or neglect. Assists parents and/or guardians with interactions with their children and choice-behaviors.
Services include a 12-week group with a clinician that facilitates which includes assessment, consultation, counseling, skill building and support. 8 weeks of the 12 include an office-based psycho-educational group and in-home intervention that focuses on specific parenting issues.
Last assured
08/11/2025
Providing organization
NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY OF SERVICES
Offers assistance to individuals and families, which includes more than 60 programs and services to help with a number of challenges they may face.