Sunrise Opportunities Prevention Council serves as the central coordinating agency for child abuse prevention and family support in Hancock and Washington Counties


These Maine parenting classes are tailored to help you address your specific parenting questions, alleviate family stress, and offer support as you journey through parenthood. We explore a variety of topics, ranging from practical tips and tricks to specialty programs.

Our parent-led support group for parents in recovery meets weekly in Machias. This program fosters a welcoming environment for families to share their challenges and celebrate their successes. For more specific information, check our calendar or the support group page.

Playgroups for parents and caregivers with their children age 0-5 in Milbridge, Ellsworth, Machias, and Calais.
See our calendar below for more information:
Wednesdays 10 AM - 11 AM: Milbridge and Calais
Thursdays 10 AM - 11:30 AM in Ellsworth
Fridays 10 AM - 11 AM in Machias

We offer free professional and community trainings as part of our commitment to strengthening families in Maine. Our offerings include Mandated Reporting, the 5 Protective Factors, Infant Safe Sleep, and the Period of PURPLE Crying. We provide these workshops at no cost.

We provide a variety of supports for families in need by request. These supports include essentials such as diapers, wipes, and formula, as well as cribs and winter clothing. Families interested in enhancing their parenting skills can explore parenting classes section of this website.
These Maine parenting classes are tailored to help you address your specific parenting questions, alleviate family stress, and offer support as you journey through parenthood. We explore a variety of topics, ranging from practical tips and tricks to specialty programs, including options at Milbridge Commons Wellness Park and resources from Sunrise Opportunities in Machias, Maine.
Our parent-led support groups meet weekly in Machias and Ellsworth, with some sessions available live via Zoom and others held in person at Milbridge Commons Wellness Park. This program fosters a welcoming environment for families to share their challenges and celebrate their successes. If you’re interested in Maine parenting classes, consider joining us for support. For more specific information, check our calendar or the support group page, and explore resources from Sunrise Opportunities Machias Maine.
Join us for weekly playgroups for children aged 0-5 at Milbridge Commons Wellness Park. These sessions are held in Milbridge, Machias, and Ellsworth, and all play materials are provided along with a snack. Each play space includes a playground, so be sure to dress for outdoor fun! Siblings are always welcome! If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will connect through Zoom for a virtual story hour. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for updates on our Maine parenting classes and to learn more about Sunrise Opportunities in Machias, Maine, where we also offer additional parenting classes in Maine.
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