Dads in Action begins May 5; interested fathers encouraged to enroll

Dads in Action begins May 5; interested fathers encouraged to enroll

When Britney Rodriguez talked about the changes in her dad, she summed it all up by saying “he is not an angry person anymore.” The transformation is a result, in part, of the local Dads in Action program. The first set of classes ended recently and the second begins at 6 p.m. Monday, May 5, at the Juvenile Services office, 1800 12th, Great Bend.

For Dads, More Family Time Means Greater Job Satisfaction

It turns out quality time with the kids isn’t just good for children—it’s good for dads, too. A recent study reveals that fathers who spend more time caring for their children report greater job satisfaction and less conflict between work and home life. The study, published in the February issue of Academy of Management Perspectives, shows that men who increase their time spent on child care actually feel more fulfilled in both their professiona…