Parents and caregivers who have a child enrolled in PACES services are eligible for parent support programs. Our goal is to help families navigate their child’s mental health journey by offering tools and encouragement along the way.
Compassionate Care and Connection
Parent and Peer Support Services
We Can Help:
Age Range
Any
Locations
Wyandot Center, PACES
Languages Available
English, Spanish, Additional Languages via Interpretation Services
Parent Resources and Support Services
Connect with our Parent or Peer Support Groups
Wyandot BHN offers dedicated peer and parent resources and support services to help families and individuals strengthen skills, manage stress, and support their children’s behavioral health journey.
Our compassionate team provides practical tools and emotional encouragement to empower parents, caregivers, and peers in Wyandotte counties.
Parent Support Services
Parenting can be challenging, especially when raising a child with mental health or behavioral needs. Our parent support programs provide guidance, practical strategies, and a compassionate space to share experiences. From managing daily routines to navigating school or therapy needs, we help parents build confidence, strengthen family communication, and feel empowered in their role. These services are for parents with children receiving support from PACES.
Peer Support Services
Peer support connects you with others who have shared experiences, offering understanding, encouragement, and practical advice. Whether navigating mental health challenges, recovery journeys, or life transitions, our peer support programs provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment to learn, grow, and build lasting relationships. Sharing with peers fosters resilience, reduces isolation, and helps participants feel heard and supported.
How to Access Parent & Peer Support Services
Get in touch with our support specialists and we’ll assess your unique needs and create a personalized support plan.
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Reach Out to Our Team
Contact us directly for yourself or, for parents, contact us through your child’s PACES provider to learn about our available services.
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Assessment & Personalized Plan
We’ll discuss you or your family’s unique needs and create a tailored plan to support you.
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Ongoing Support & Resources
Participate in workshops, support groups, and one-on-one coaching designed to help you thrive.
Real Help for Real-Life Challenges
Not sure where you belong?
Individualized Support
We tailor plans to focus on your unique needs and circumstances, helping you access essential services.
Care Coordination
We connect you with healthcare providers, social services, and community programs to streamline support.
Advocacy & Empowerment
Our team advocates for you, providing education and tools to build your independence and confidence.
"After a few years of working with this team, I found myself accomplishing more and more every day."
Bethany
"I had an extreme case of PTSD when I came here. I worked with a psychiatrist, a therapist and a case manager every week. I was too afraid to leave my home, lost all of my friends and completely shut down.... After a few years of working with this team, I found myself accomplishing more and more every day.
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Bethany
"I’ve been receiving services from Wyandot Center for 8 to 10 years and I’ve taken to the services in a good way."
Brandy
"I’ve been receiving services from Wyandot Center for 8 to 10 years and I’ve taken to the services in a good way. They’ve been very helpful in giving me good direction and helping me find coping skills and outlets to work through the bad anxiety or depression moments."
Brandy
"We have worked with PACES for almost a year now, it has really helped our family with our issues with our little guy!"
Ivan
"We have worked with PACES for almost a year now, it has really helped our family with our issues with our little guy! They have a lot of resources for families, I would definitely recommend for other families struggling with their children! "
Ivan
Frequently Asked Questions
More questions?
Contact UsOur programs are generally designed to support families with children and teens up to age 18, though some services may be available for young adults in transitional periods. We can help determine the best fit based on your family’s needs.
Peer support is open to anyone looking for guidance, encouragement, or connection. There are no formal eligibility requirements—just a willingness to share and grow. Whether you’re just beginning to explore support or have been on this path for a while, you’re welcome here.
We offer a variety of hands-on and compassionate parent resources and support services. These include skill-building for effective parenting, limit-setting techniques, managing emotional outbursts and challenging behaviors, conflict resolution strategies, and emotional regulation for both parents and children. We also help parents better understand and support children living with behavioral health or developmental challenges.
For parents of a child already engaged in PACES services, you can speak to their care team about accessing parent support services. For adults seeking peer support, please speak with your therapist or case manager about connecting with the peer support team.
More questions?
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Take the First Step
Get in touch with our team to learn more about our services and how we can help.
