Children and Families in Transition (C-FIT)
(Formerly the Parenting Through Divorce Seminar)

The Children and Families in Transition (C-FIT) seminar seeks to create a sense of awareness for parents who may be going through some type of litigation regarding their children (divorce, separation, paternity, post-decree, parental responsibility actions). The Fourth Judicial District partnered with community professionals to develop this program in 1993; it is now mandatory for all individuals going through this type of litigation if they have children under the age of 18. The program seeks to educate parents on the negative effects of parental conflict and issues such as effective and appropriate communication between the parents. The program lasts two hours and is held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and the third Friday of each month from noon to 2 p.m. A mental health professional and a family law attorney will be present. Resource materials are available at the seminar and there will be the opportunity to ask one-on-one questions of the professionals at the end of the class. Only one attendance is mandatory. CASA oversees the seminar and serves as the facilitator.

If you plan to attend, please bring your case number. If you need a place to leave your children during this time, contact Court Care at 442-1972 for a reservation. No children may attend this seminar. No pre-registration is required unless you have a protective order in place. If you reside outside the Fourth Judicial District, you must bring a $25 payment with you. For those residing within the Fourth Judicial District, your fees were included in the filing fee.

Number of parents served in Fiscal Year 2009-2010 = 3596   

Questions? Call 447-9898, ext 1019 or send us an email.

If you are a Family Law Attorney or a Mental Health Professional specializing in families and child development and are interested in volunteering for the C-FIT program, please call the Domestic Relations Program Manager (719) 447-9898 ext. 1019 or send us an email.

Representatives of the Children and Families in Transition Committee are available to give presentations to churches, parenting classes, community groups, and professional organizations.