Yavapai County, AZ – MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization that is dedicated to preventing youth substance use, is hosting a summer virtual parenting class in July.
Parenting the Love and Logic Way®: This virtual 6-week course will be held on Tuesdays, July 14th, 21st, 28th, and August 4th, 11th, and 18th, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm and will be facilitated by Kimberly Gregory & Kelly Mattox.
The Love and Logic manner of parenting highlights the importance of a strong, loving connection between parents and children to encourage positive behavior and sound choices.
In this class, the facilitators will tackle common daily challenges faced by parents and caregivers. Strategies will be shared to help parents discipline children while preserving their love and respect, foster personal responsibility and effective decision-making in children, build lasting relationships, and reinforce positive behavior.
Registration for this free event is required, and the registration deadline is Thursday, July 2nd, 2026. For more information or to register for this Parenting the Love and Logic Way® course, email MATFORCE at info@matforceaz.org or call (928) 708-0100. Seating is limited for this free, virtual class.
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MATFORCE is a community organization that educates and raises awareness about substance abuse issues, and advocates for policy change throughout Yavapai County. With over 300 active volunteers, MATFORCE encompasses the belief that stopping drug use before it starts through primary prevention strategies is an essential part of building healthier communities. Programs of MATFORCE include drug prevention education in schools, the Yavapai Reentry Project, Trauma Lens Care, public awareness and education campaigns, and advocating for policy change at the state and local level. For more information about MATFORCE visit matforce.org or our family of websites: MarijuanaHarmlessThinkAgain.org | OpioidOD.com | YavapaiReentryProject.org | TraumaLensCare.org | SACLAz.org | NaloxoneAZ.com | TalkNowAZ.com | LearnMoreAZ.org | TheNewMeth.com | CommunityReentryProjectsAZ.org | AZDrugSummit.org