Marin County has many great, supportive community resources for parents. If you have any additions or changes to the listings shown, please e-mail us at  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Apple FamilyWorks Center

FamilyWorks focuses on early intervention and prevention services, enabling people of all ages and circumstances to improve communication, build compassion, increase self-awareness and learn essential life-skills. Their programs include a free support group for expectant and new moms (infant to 6 months). Visit their website below for more information

Website: familyworks.org

Bay Area Preemies

A support group for the parents of premature babies who live in the San Francisco Bay Area, with many members located in Marin and San Francisco. This is a place where you can ask questions and find support from other parents who have been in your shoes. We organize monthly mom's night out and plan on planning preemie gatherings and play dates.

Website: bayareapreemies

Child Therapy Institute

Assists children and families to develop a healthy sense of self and a greater capacity to succeed in the world and in their relationships. Provides psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults on a sliding scale basis at both their San Rafael and Petaluma offices.

Website: childtherapyinstitute.org

CHI Au Pair USA

CHI Au Pair USA provides quality live-in childcare for busy American families by legally sponsoring carefully screened au pairs from around the wold. CHI Au Pair USA is a legal visa sponsor to administer and intercultural au pair program in the U.S.

Website: chiaupairusa.org

Cultural Care Au Pair is the leading provider of intercultural childcare and educational exchange. A division of EF Education and a U.S. Department of State regulated program, Cultural Care Au Pair is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., with an extensive network of recruitment, screening and orientation offices worldwide. For more information about hosting an au pair, visit your local coordinator’s website at .k-fish.local.culturalcare.com

Agency’s website: culturalcare.com

Agency's Phone: 415-246-9786

Homeward Bound of Marin

The chief provider of transitional and long-term housing and support services for homeless people in Marin County. They provide a safe place to stay for approximately 1,500 people, including about 200 children, each year in 10 residential programs. All their services, including job training, counseling and education, aim at "opening doors to safety, dignity, hope and independence.

Website: hbofm.org

La Leche League of Marin

Free Breastfeeding Support Group La Leche League of Marin holds free monthly support meetings for women interested in breastfeeding. Pregnant and nursing women come to share their questions and concerns, learn the ins and outs of breastfeeding, and meet other nursing moms in an accepting and encouraging environment. Children are welcome! Call their helpline or visit their website below for more information.

Helpline: 415-721-2842

Website: lllnorcal.org/groups/MarinCA.html

Marin Child Care Council

The Council is a non-profit agency that offers a variety of services for parents, child care providers and the community that are essential to the delivery of quality child care in the county

Website: mc3.org

Marinwood Community Services District

Offer various recreation activities, including preschool programs, swim lessons, tennis lessons, summer day camps, and numerous year-round recreation classes for adults, teens, and children, as well as trips and special events. Visit their website below for more information.

Website: marinwood.org

Parenting Matters

An innovative parenting discussion group designed for interfaith and Jewish parents raising young children (five years of age and younger).  All parents are welcome in this warm, interactive 8-week program designed for learners of all levels. For more information, contact Vivien Braly at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Phone: 415-499-1223, ext. 8106

Website: jcfparentingmatters.org

Parents Place

Offer "everything to do with parenting." including advice from professionals, counseling, peer support groups, speakers, workshops and classes. They also have a "drop-in play center" you can visit with your child (5 years or younger).

Address: 600 Fifth Ave (corner of Irwin), San Rafael

Phone: 415-491-7959

Website: Parents Place In Marin

Pregnancy Resource Center of Marin

A compassionate and free prenatal clinic, where low income women without insurance receive health care and encouragement to take responsibility for their life choices. The PRC is a place that nurtures accountability, and responsibility to equip clients to be healthy parents.

Phone: 415-892-0558

Website: prcmarin.org

Wisewoman Childbirth Traditions

Offer homebirth midwifery services, prenatal and postpartum support groups and childbirth education. Call or visit their website below for more information.

Phone: 415-285-9233

Website: wisewomanchildbirth.com