Mission — To provide the information, support, and encouragement parents need to help their children develop optimally during the crucial early years of life.

Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a family education and support program serving families from pregnancy to getting their child into preschool.

– Free enrollment
— Monthly visits in your home by a certified Parent Educator who can explore your   questions and concerns, and give you information on ways to promote your child’s learning
— Group meeting opportunities with other parents to share your parenting experiences
— Periodic screenings of hearing, vision, and development
— Community resource information

These services are provided year-round with the times and places of service based on the needs of participants.

PAT offers a free monthly parent/child arts and crafts class. Class is held at Watauga County Library on Queen St. For more information or to receive a flyer, please contact Robin or Lynette.