Growing together with parents and kids.

Based at the University of South Carolina, we work alongside children and families to understand their needs and develop evidence-based programs that are accessible and engaging.

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Our Mission

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    Use What Works.

    We’re not here to reinvent the wheel. Instead, we seek to refine existing programs so that they better meet families’ needs and keep them engaged from start to finish.

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    Listen to Families.

    Parents and kids are the experts about their families. That’s why we constantly seek input from families about what works and what doesn’t.

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    Look Inward.

    If a program isn’t working well, it’s usually on us. We discover new ways for providers to adjust and adapt to meet families’ needs.

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    Build Healthy Relationships from the Ground Up.

    We work with families to develop skills they can use across situations, ages, and challenges big and small.