GUIDING GOOD CHOICES® PROGRAM
Stronger Families Start Here
Practical tools for parents who want to stay connected to their kids — and keep them safe. Backed by 20+ years of research and available free or low-cost to qualifying families.
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About the Program
What Is Guiding Good Choices®?
Guiding Good Choices® (GGC) is a five-session, evidence-based workshop series for parents and caregivers of youth ages 9–14. Developed at the University of Washington, GGC gives families practical tools to build stronger bonds, improve communication, and reduce the risks that come with adolescence. Each session runs about two hours — in-person throughout Maine and New England, or online via Zoom anywhere in the U.S.
A meaningful commitment that fits into real life
Attend locally or join via Zoom from anywhere in the U.S.
Fully fundable for qualifying families through partner organizations
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
What You'll Take Home
Build a Stronger Bond
Research-backed strategies for staying close during the middle school years.
Set Clear Expectations
Family guidelines and logical consequences that actually stick.
Talk About Tough Topics
Communication skills that keep the lines open even when it's hard.
Help Your Child Resist Pressure
Real tools for saying no in high-pressure moments.
Manage Conflict Together
Turn arguments into productive conversations
See Real Results
Parents report stronger relationships and lasting confidence after completing GGC.
Seats are limited to keep groups small and supportive.
About Family Empowerment Lab
Family Empowerment Lab is led by Andrew, a certified Guiding Good Choices® Workshop Leader trained exclusively through the University of Washington. Based in Maine, we deliver GGC sessions in-person throughout Maine and New England — and online via Zoom to families anywhere in the country. Our work is grounded in the Social Development Strategy: a proven framework that builds the bonds and skills young people need to make healthy choices.