Services, classes, events, information and more is available to fathers who want to be more active and involved in their children’s lives. Click here for groups, classes, activities, and other current events or services for fathers, children, and families.

Mind and Body Health

Whether for pre-family planning classes or professional help on physical or emotional issues, fathers wanting to become dads need healthy minds and bodies.

St. Lukes Hospital
St. Lukes of Cedar Rapids has a full array of services. Check out the Counseling Center located in Hiawatha.  You’ll also find TransParenting classes for couples going through a divorce, Boot Camp for New Dads, Mommy, Daddy and Me and childbirth programs.  Give St.Lukes a call at (319) 369-7211 to get started.

Mercy Medical Center
Mercy’s Birthplace Center in Cedar Rapids, offers childbirth and pre-pregnancy classes along with a wide range of services that may be of help to the absentee father trying to be a more involved dad. Give Mercy a call at (319) 363-BABY.

Area Substance Abuse Council
Link up with ASAC if alcohol or substance abuse issues are getting in the way of your plans to be a more involved dad with your children.  With programs ranging from residential to outpatient, ASAC staff is there to help.  You can reach them at (319) 390-4611 for confidential help.