Keys for Couples
In February, 2000, the task force asked Judge William Kelly, 62B Kentwood District Court, to pilot a mandatory premarital class for six consecutive months. At the end of the 6 months, the class was re-evaluated and a decision was made to continue it for another 6 months. As of September 2006, nearly 1000 couples have taken the "Keys for Couples" four hour workshop. This workshop teaches couples important skills for building a successful marriage:
u relationship expectations
u family of origin
u communication
u conflict resolution
u managing money
u friendship & intimacy
u commitment
Of the individuals who have attended Keys for Couples, 78% stated that they feel better prepared to enter into a healthy, marital relationship, and 94% said they would recommend this class to a friend.
Click here to see the dates this class is offered during 2010.