Even the strongest and closest families can have moments of stress and conflict. From time to time, conflict can be between siblings, parents and siblings, parents themselves, uncles and aunts – and at any age.  A family conflict can be particularly stressful and draining, because we can’t just walk away – it’s family.  

Fairfield Center is proud to be part of implementing effective peer mediation programs in schools.  Over the years, Fairfield has encountered some frequent questions regarding peer mediation.  Here is a selection with answers. Learn more about Fairfield’s Peer Mediation Program and/or contact us for more information. What qualifications should students have to be mediators? Students [...]

Additional Benefits and Outcomes: Helps students to achieve a higher level of self-worth and a sense of accomplishment Facilitates better communication within families and builds partnerships between families and schools Contributes to a healthier home and school environment Provides schools with an alternative method for reducing poor attendance Provides a model of communication that is [...]