Step Up Suncoast
6428 Parkland Drive
Sarasota, Florida 34243

Phone: 941-499-1152
Extension:
Toll Free Phone:
Fax: 941-251-3275
TDD Phone:

Website: www.stepupsuncoast.org/parents-as-teachers

Program Description

The Parents as Teachers program provides support for families through home visits, group events, a variety of health and developmental screenings, and a network of community resources. Using the PAT-integrated service model, families work on a variety of goals, including increasing parental knowledge of child and family development, improving school readiness skills, and linking early intervention services to children with developmental concerns. Families and Parent Educators work together to support optimal development for children while meeting the needs of the family. Parent Educators provide fun, educational, and engaging activities for family members to enjoy together.

Services Available Through This Program

Child Abuse Prevention , Child Health , Developmental Screening , Involving Parents in Early Literacy , Parent Education/Advocacy

Hours of Operation


Program hours are flexible to meet the needs of the family.

Eligibility Requirements and Important Information

To be eligible for the Parents as Teachers program you must live in Manatee, Hardee, or Desoto County and be pregnant or have a child under the age of 3. Families can remain in the program until that child turns 5.

Availability and Fees

Current Wait List:	NO
Handicapped Access:	NO
Accepts Medicaid:	NO
Accepts Private Insurance:	NO
Financial Assistance Available?:	NO
Sliding Scale:	NO

Other Fee Information

no fees

Points of Interest

- Hands-on activities to connect you with your child. - Insight into child development and parenting challenges. - Social interactions with other families. - Help navigating resources in your community. - Regular screenings to ensure healthy childhood development