Teen Parenting Program

Teen Parenting Program (704-853-5238) is a program for girls ages 19 and younger who are currently pregnant or parenting one child, enrolled in school, and reside in Gaston County. This peer group shares information, resources, and support to encourage staying in school, acquiring job skills, improving parenting abilities, preventing child abuse and neglect, and delaying future pregnancies. This program is conducted at the Health Department and includes monthly home visits, educational group meetings, and fun field trips for participants.