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Lift the barriers
to healthy communication.

Do you ever struggle in talking with your teen about decision-making, reproductive health, relationships and risk taking?

If so, LiFT (Linking Families and Teens) can help.

LiFT is a day-long program for teens (ages 13-19) and their parent/caregiver to help with those difficult but important conversations. LiFT aims to support parent and child communication, promote healthy adolescent sexual development, and reduce risk-taking behavior.

Our Mission
To empower families and teenagers in New Britain by:

  • Fostering Open Communication: This program aims to create a safe and supportive environment where teenagers feel comfortable discussing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences with their parents or other responsible adults. This open communication channel can help build stronger relationships, increase trust, and prevent misunderstandings.
  • Empowering Healthy Choices and Goal Achievement: This program provides resources, guidance, and support to help teenagers make informed decisions about their health, education, and future. It may involve workshops, mentorship programs, or access to information on topics like substance abuse, mental health, career exploration, and financial literacy. By providing the necessary tools and support, this program empowers teenagers to make healthy choices and achieve their personal and academic goals.
  • Building a Supportive Community for Parenting Adults: This program recognizes the challenges and stresses that parenting adults face in today's world. It aims to connect parents and other responsible adults in the community through events, workshops, and support groups. These platforms allow parents to share experiences, learn from each other, and find support from fellow community members who understand their unique challenges. This can help reduce feelings of isolation and provide valuable resources and coping strategies for parenting adults.

By addressing these key areas, this program can have a significant positive impact on the lives of teenagers and their families within the community.

Spring Session
April 12

Fall Session
October 25

Time
9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location
Klingberg Family Center
370 Linwood St.
New Britain, CT 06052

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!

Register Today!

Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please email Deb Milano via the link below for more information.

What We've Heard

Expect to have fun! Nearly every teen and parent has told us that they had fun during the workshop and would recommend LiFT to others.

“I had a lot of fun participating and it was truly an amazing experience. Every single family with a teenager should take this workshop. Every family needs it.”

– Parenting Adult

Expect to have better conversations. Improvements in communication is by far the most common theme of LiFT stories. LiFT helps family members talk more often and about tough topics including sexuality and relationships. By the end of the workshop you’ll feel more comfortable and confident having these conversations and the skills you learn in LiFT will help you have more effective communication in an open and non-judgmental way.

“I’ve talked with my parent way more than I ever had & I felt closer to him for being there.”

– Teen

Expect to come together as a family. In addition to a general increase in closeness, past participants have told us they experience increased trust, openness, empathy or understanding, and a sense of support.

“My son has more trust in me now and in our relationship. He comes to me with questions about his relationship with his girlfriend now, and before LiFT he never really wanted to open up to me about his relationships.”

– Parenting Adult
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!

Register Today!

Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Please email Deb Milano via the link below for more information.

Community partners are here to help!

To learn more about our partners click their link below