Guiding Families Toward a Brighter Future
Supporting Indiana families through expert-led education, crisis intervention, and compassionate support services
Who is Family Focus?
Serving Indiana Families Since 1989
For over 25 years, Family Focus, Inc. has been a leader in parenting education and family support. Our certified professionals deliver impactful, research-backed programs designed to help families thrive through life’s most difficult transitions.
Certified 501(c)(3) Non Profit Organization
As a recognized nonprofit, Family Focus is mission-driven, not profit-motivated. Every program is designed to deliver lasting impact while remaining accessible and affordable to those who need it.
Experienced, Compassionate Staff
Our licensed therapists, instructors, and support staff are trained in child development and family dynamics, ensuring every class is taught with professionalism, empathy, and a focus on real-life application.
Dedicated to Family Preservation
Family Focus delivers tailored support to families navigating challenging life events—helping them build resilience, improve communication, and develop the skills necessary to thrive together long-term.
What We Deliver:
One-on-one parental guidance and coaching
Strength-based goal setting and problem-solving strategies
Emotional support and connection to critical resources
Home-based visits designed around each family’s unique needs
Proven methods to reduce risk and promote healthy outcomes for children
The result: Stronger families. Safer homes. Brighter futures.
Family Preservation Services
-
PARTNERS IN PARENTING
Partners in Parenting is a court-approved, evidence-based class that helps parents navigate separation or divorce with their child’s well-being in mind.
This three-hour educational program equips parents with practical co-parenting strategies, communication tools, and emotional insights to reduce conflict and support healthy adjustment during family transitions.
-
KIDS IN DIFFICULT SITUATIONS
KIDS is an intensive, home-based intervention program in Newton County that works directly with families experiencing stress, instability, or crisis.
Using a team approach, therapists and support staff help build on family strengths, reduce risk factors, and restore a safe, supportive home environment where children can thrive and families stay together.
Crisis Support Services
Immediate Support for Families in Urgent Need
When families face moments of crisis, timely support can make all the difference. Family Focus offers intensive intervention services designed to stabilize the home environment and prevent the need for foster care or out-of-home placement.
What We Deliver:
In-home crisis intervention and de-escalation services
Parenting skills coaching focused on safety and stability
Customized safety and reunification planning
Collaboration with DCS and community partners to strengthen outcomes
Our goal: Help families stay together—safely, compassionately, and with dignity.
THE FAMILY FOCUS MISSION
TO STRENGTHEN FAMILIES BY HELPING TO CREATE SAFE, NURTURING, AND LOVING HOMES
Rooted in Northwest Indiana. Built to Serve.
For over 30 years, Family Focus has been a trusted resource for families across Northwest Indiana—including Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Jasper, Newton, Starke, Pulaski, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, and Kosciusko Counties. Founded with a mission to keep families together and support parents through life’s most difficult moments, we continue to provide compassionate, local support where it’s needed most.
Our deep ties to the region allow us to respond quickly, understand community needs, and partner with local agencies to deliver real impact—right in the neighborhoods we call home.
Corporate Office
660 W Morthland Dr. Suite A
Valparaiso, IN 46385
Hours of Operation
Monday — Thursday
7:30am — 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am — 1:00pm
Contact Us
Call: 219-462-9200