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Family Directions of Iowa, Inc. provides parents with expert education and advocacy to build healthy families and strengthen parent and child relationships. Through the Parents Anonymous® model of Shared Leadership and Parent Leadership, the organization offers services to diverse populations across the state, in strong collaboration with community partners. Family Directions of Iowa believes that parents, given guidance and support, are their own best resource in strengthening their families.
What's New?
April is Strong and Healthy Families Month!!
Below is a proclamation signed by Iowa Governor Chet Culver. To learn more about Family Directions of Iowa and how it can help you strengthen your family click here.

2008 Teen Focus Series Begins April 29th!! Don't Miss It!!
Come to a FUN learning experience where teen issues are important!
Get your questions answered and have time for FREE DINNER, games, and a chance to win prizes, including an 80 gig iPOD!! The first session topic will be, "The Teen Blues", learning what you can for you or to help a friend that has the blues. Learn more about the other sessions by clicking here!!
View an Updated Listing of Programs offerded by Family Directions of Iowa here!!
Learn more about Family Directions of Iowa
in Washington D.C.!!
Click Here for a picture and more information!
New parenting class schedule announced for the Spring 2008.
New program, Boone County Parent Education Project.
There will be an Open House for the Family Empowerment Center in Boone, Iowa, which houses the Boone County Parent Education Project, on May 1st from 5:00p-7:30p.
New Stork's Nest/Family Nest program in Madison County.
Make a craft tote with your kids!
Family Directions of Iowa upcoming events.