Parent to Parent Winchester

Parent to Parent Winchester is a nonprofit that runs educational programs for parents and caregivers raising children of any age, from young kids to college students. Its events bring in vetted expert speakers and panels of educators, mental health professionals and fellow parents who share insight and practical strategies. It also hosts forums and book groups where parents can talk through challenges together, and it aims to keep those conversations open and non-judgmental.

The group was started by a small team of Winchester school staff who wanted to help parents of adolescents network with one another. Over time it widened its scope to support families at every stage. Its board represents a cross section of Winchester parents with children of different ages, and it collaborates with local schools and community organizations; a recent talk was held in the Lincoln Elementary School auditorium. The organization welcomes input from the community.

What to Know

• Parent to Parent was founded in 1982.
• It became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1997.
• Supporters include Winchester Co-operative Bank, the Winchester Public Library and the John and Mary Murphy Foundation.
• The Winchester Parents’ Inter-school Council and the schools’ parent groups also back its programs.