Building Better Bonds

Dan had taken temporary custody of his son, Jacob, when it was discovered that Jacob’s mother wasn’t sending him to school and leaving him alone for extended periods of time. Shortly after, Jacob’s mother was arrested for drug use and, ultimately, had her visitation rights suspended. Dan had never spent much time with Jacob, but he was ready to learn and grow.

This is when Dan got connected with SCAN’s Fatherhood Engagement program. A SCAN Fatherhood Engagement Worker mentored Dan on parenting skills, the importance of the father-child bond, healthy relationships, boundaries and household stability.

Dan had struggled with alcoholism in the past, but this was the catalyst he needed to leave it behind. He’s been sober for a year now, achieving stable housing and keeping a full-time job. A few months ago, Dan received full custody of Jacob, who now attended the gifted program at his school.

Learn more about this program by visiting the Fatherhood Engagement page.