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The Children's Place: Our History
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In 1977, Concord Parents & Children is created. In 1978, The Children’s Place, a family resource center, opened its doors. In the early 1980’s, the Communication Skills Workshops are added to the program. In 1983, the Family Resource Program (renamed the Family Support Program in 2000) began. In 1986, Building Blocks for Better Families was added to the parent education program. In 1989, the New Parents Support Group was created. In 1996, Evening Presentations began. In 1997, The Children’s Place hired its first Executive Director. In 1998, a permanent home at 27 Burns Avenue in Concord was purchased. In 1998, the Advisory Board of local community leaders and professionals was created. In 2001, the Toddler Group was formed. In 2001, The Children’s Place began collaborating with Heights Neighborhood Family Center. In 2002, the Music & Me Group formed. In 2003, Concord Parents and Children was changed to The Children’s Place and Parent Education Center. |