There is no such thing as a perfect person or a perfect family and even the smallest imperfections may cause unexpected problems.   Making one wrong decision, being at the wrong place at the wrong time, or even being involved with the wrong person can result in tough situations that require tough decisions.   Sometimes life simply doesn't go as planned and you may need to resort to separation or divorce, adoption, guardianship, single or co-parenting in separate households.   Making one bad de …

Parents Without Partners is a non-profit organization for single parents and grandparents who want to participate in activities with their minor children or grandchildren, socialize with other singles with mutual interests and discuss topics of mutual interest. You should join this meetup to be informed about open meetings sponsored by PWP and be informed about orientations for perspective members.

FATHERS, not so unlike mothers, shoulder a tremendous load. They love their children, work hard, often pay through the nose and occasionally get treated like a "dead-beat dad" or yesterday's news. If you have a need for peace, for a parent plan that works, parenting education, surviving the court system or dcfs, tools to negotiate a favorable outcome for the kids of course- or how about a sanity-saving reality check for you - the father of the children, then consider this a safe, informative, sy …

This group is for parents who seek to build community through meaningful friendships, find creativity in shaping the lives of our children, and learn parenting techniques along the way. I have decided to start this group because I too seek community and I want to share what I have learned as an early childhood educator and parent coach. It is my hope to offer many group meetings and times. Why the Art of Parenting? Just as an artist uses different brushes, colors or tools to create a painting or …

I am looking to create a group for people interested in living together. It is for those willing to share their resources to provide for their family and friends. This is for single parents and children, primarily mothers, but could be useful for men or families too. The idea came to me years ago when I saw how many people living in Los Angeles could not afford their own home. Recenty when I became a single mom, I wondered how many people would be interested in sharing a home. This could be in …

Catholic Singles Network is a Catholic lay ministry that introduces good Catholic men and women to each other, based on their common interests and positive values. This is a positive "friendship service". THERE AE MANY CATHOLIC SINGLES READY TO MEET EACHOTHER! We host up-scale Events including the following: Dances, Mixers, Professional Networking, Out-door Activities, Hikings, Beach Luau's, Bar-B-Que's, and Fulfilling Charity Works. Passionate Charity Works Include: For example, T …

Can't deal with the ex and/or having co-parenting issues? Want to make new friends and bond with other single, separated or divorced parents, blended families and their kids? With the emotional, physical and financial toll that often accompanies divorce, separation or having a child on your own, it's often tough being a single parent or in a blended family situation while trying to maintain your sanity. We can help each other out. Single Mamas and Papas (We are calling ourselves SMAPs) is a supp …

Are you recently divorced, separated or a single parent by choice? Do you have toddlers or young children and are you looking to connect with other single parents for support, friendships and play dates? We all know how unique and challenging the single parenting experience can be and I'd like to form a network of fun, mindful parents trying to navigate these waters in West LA. Suggestions for activities and offers to host events warmly welcomed