The Brain Train

Building Bright Futures Together

What is Brain Train?

The Family and Children's Center is excited to offer a free program where parents can learn to interact with their infant or young children in new ways! The Brain Train is focused on promoting engagement between the parent and child to meet developmental milestones, build positive relationships, become educated on age-appropriate play and safety precautions, and provide community resources for each family.

  • Tailored to Your Needs: Our program is designed to be flexible, accommodating the unique developmental journey of each child and parent. We offer individual play sessions followed by group interactions, ensuring personalized attention and community engagement.
 
  • Expert Guidance: With support from experienced educators and child development experts, The Brain Train equips parents with the confidence and skills needed to guide their children through the crucial early stages of life.
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  • Inclusive and Compassionate: Our program is open to all families in St. Joseph County with children under the age of five, who are not currently enrolled in Community Partners, DCS, or Healthy Families. We emphasize a compassionate, judgment-free approach to every interaction, ensuring all participants feel valued and supported.
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Who can enroll?

Anyone who has a child under 5 years old living in St. Joseph County, Indiana and who is not already enrolled in Community Partners, DCS, or Healthy Families.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your parenting experience and provide your child with a strong foundation for success. Enroll in The Brain Train to start a rewarding journey filled with growth, learning, and fun for both you and your child.​

Individual Play Sessions

  • Engaging Activities: Dive into imaginative, sensory, and developmental play that delights and educates both you and your child.
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  • Educational Support: Learn about what to expect during different stages of your child's development, from gross motor to social and emotional skills.
 
  • Community Connections: Enjoy group play sessions that not only enhance your child's social skills but also connect you with other local families.
 
  • Personalized Goals: Set and achieve realistic goals for your family's health, happiness, and developmental progress.​

Group Play Sessions

*You must be enrolled in individual play sessions to participate in group!*​

​Enjoy interacting with other parents and children at our group play sessions. Group play is a great way to build social and emotional skills. Get to know and relate with other families near you.