Join GEAR Parent Network Parent Staff and Maine Families at our CMHA Tailgate Kickoff Event!
Crisis and Counseling Centers 10 Caldwell Rd AugustaThis year’s Children’s Mental Health Awareness/Acceptance Tailgate Kick Off event is organized by parents as a token of our appreciation and to thanks Children’s Behavioral Health Providers and the Office of Child and Family Services for all the hard work you do on behalf of families and youth in Maine. Providers and families please do […]
“Understanding Substance Use Disorder and Stigma Effects!”
Go-To MeetingMay 8th and May 10th from 6-8:30 p.m. (a two part Special Event Presentation) Know the Facts! Substance use among youth and young adults is at its highest level. This disease can cause or increase mental and physical health related issues and can lead to problems at school, home, and work. It can put our […]
“What’s Your Parenting Style? Identifying Your Style and How it Affects Your Interaction with Your Children.
RSU Adult & Community Education , Bucksport High School 102 Broadway #1 and GOTOThis workshop is intended to help you learn and identify your current parenting style and recognize the large impact that it has on your child’s development. We will review each of the four parenting styles. Through sharing of information and discussion you will be given the tools to use to evaluate both positive and negative […]
“ACEs, Being a Trauma-Informed Parent: Linking Childhood Trauma to Long-Term Health & Social Consequence”
Go-To MeetingTraumatic childhood experiences such as abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or substance abuse in the home can have long-term physical, psychological, behavioral and economic consequences. The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study […]
“What is Considered Child Abuse & Neglect in Maine?”
RSU Adult & Community Education , Bucksport High School 102 Broadway #1 and GOTOOur children are our future and child abuse and neglect is everybody’s business! In this workshop learn what is considered child abuse; state and national statistics; what Maine law is […]
May Evening Support Group
Go-To MeetingYou are NOT Alone! Parenting and raising a child/youth is often challenging, however even more so with a child with an emotional or behavioral health concern. Join us in this […]
“Recognizing the Signs of Suicide Risk and Navigating the System of Care”
Go-To MeetingSuicide is a significant concern in Maine and nationwide, and we can do something about it. Join us in learning how to recognize early signs of potential elevated suicide risk, […]
“Summer Safety: Keeping it Cool, Preventing Heat Related Illness and Sun Safety for Children”
RSU Adult & Community Education , Bucksport High School 102 Broadway #1 and GOTOSunburn, heat cramps, heat stroke and skin cancer often are not thought of when you are enjoying the outdoors. Learn about the importance of keeping your children and yourself safe […]
“What are Family Peer Specialists and how do they Support Maine Families?”
Go-To MeetingThe Family Peer Specialist (FPS) role has been in Maine to support families who have children/youth with special medical, emotional and behavioral health needs for over 25 years. During the […]
June Afternoon Support Group
Go-To MeetingYou are NOT Alone! Parenting and raising a child/youth is often challenging, however even more so with a child with an emotional or behavioral health concern. Join us in this […]