Support for Persons Concerned about Their Capacity to Parent Their Children Safely

Assoc Prof Razwana Begum Abdul Rahim asked the Minister for Social and Family Development in light of the September 2024 Domestic Violence Trends Report, what culturally safe and non-statutory avenues are available to parents to seek information or support if they are concerned about their capacity to parent their children safely.

For parents interested in learning more about how to parent their children safely, there are multiple avenues for them to receive information and support. The Families for Life portal provides comprehensive, evidence-based parenting resources. Parents can also visit their nearest Families for Life@Community agencies to access information about parenting workshops and family resources. Strengthening Families Programme@Family Service Centre and Family Service Centres offer social and emotional support to families requiring more individualised support. Parents may also approach their child's school for advice and be referred to community services and resources as needed.