Merced County

Strategy One

"Boot Camp" for new dads is a three-hour educational/experiential workshop taught by fathers for fathers. Veteran fathers teach new fathers how to care for infants and children.

Strategy Two

Merced County hosts a free "Celebrate Fatherhood" community event each year. The purpose of the event is to stress the importance of positive fathers in the lives of their children and in the community of Merced.

Strategy Three

"All Dads Matter" is a men's s support group has two facilitators. The goal of the support group is to educate fathers about parenting and dealing with anger.

Strategy Four

"All Dads Matter" is a one-stop resource center for dads provides a safe space for fathers to visit and play with their children, use computers to search for employment, or watch movies/DVDs about fathering.