Family Preservation Services
Family Preservation is a specialized program funded by the Erie County Office of Children and Youth.
It serves children and families referred by the Office of Children and Youth with the goal of
preventing the unnecessary placement of children outside of the home and assisting children who
are in foster care or other placements to return home while maintaining child safety as the highest
priority.
Family Preservation is an intensive, time-limited program that meets primarily with families in their own
homes. A variety of supportive services are provided to families. These include:
Supportive counseling
Parent education and training as well as enhancement of:
Problem-solving skills
Stress management
Conflict resolution
Coping strategies
Self-esteem building
Anger management
Case management and service linkages
Service coordination with other providers and in particular with the Office of Children
and Youth.
The Family Preservation Program participates in program evaluation by the Mercyhurst Civic Institute.
For more information, please contact Renee Parker/Mitchell, MA, Program Supervisor, at (814) 664-7761 ext. 120.