SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., – Children don’t come with instructions, and as a result, many parents struggle to learn how best to care for, discipline, and nurture their children.

If you have children ages three and younger, you can learn to be the best parent you can be through the Circle of Security™ interactive parent sessions. This internationally-acclaimed parenting program, sponsored by Regional West Community Health and Panhandle Partnership, will be offered at St. Mary Plaza in Scottsbluff for eight weeks beginning September 9.

Decades of university-based research have confirmed that secure children exhibit increased empathy, greater self-esteem, better relationships with parents and peers, enhanced school readiness, and an increased capacity to handle emotions more effectively when compared with children who are not secure.

Circle of Security classes will be held in the Cheyenne Room at St. Mary Plaza, 3700 Avenue B on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. The fee for the eight-week session is $25. Scholarships are available. Seating is limited so early registration is advised.

For more information about the Circle of Security™ parenting program or to register, call toll free 866-701-7173 or visit www.panhandlepartnership.com/circle-of-security.html.

Regional West Health Services, Scottsbluff, Neb., is the parent company for Regional West Medical Center, Regional West Physicians Clinic and Regional West Garden County. These organizations, with over 1,900 employees, provide comprehensive and innovative health care services for the people and communities of western Nebraska and the neighboring states of Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming. With over 110 active physicians, plus an additional 25 consulting specialists, the Regional West family of health care organizations offers care that spans more than 30 medical specialties.