Parent Support Group
ZoomREGISTER NOW For parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns, it is held virtually the first and third Wednesday of each month (for July & August only) from 1-2:30 p.m. and in September, will return to every week Wednesdays 1-2:30 p.m. Follow the link to register to join us for this […]
Parent Support Group
ZoomREGISTER NOW For parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns, it is held virtually on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral […]
Success in Co-Parenting and Blended Families
ZoomREGISTER NOW Co-parenting can be very stressful and emotional. Join us to learn more about what some blended families encounter, such as significant parenting differences, false expectations as to what the relationships and family life will look like, how to manage emotions and work on challenges, and how to seek outside help when needed. We […]
Parent Support Group
ZoomREGISTER NOW For parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns, it is held virtually on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral […]
Parent Support Group
ZoomREGISTER NOW For parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns, it is held virtually on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral […]
What Disabilities Qualify for Special Education Under IDEA?
Bangor Housing Boys and Girls Club, 161 Davis Rd, BangorThis is an in person workshop This workshop will provide an overview of children’s disabilities, special education qualifying conditions under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and possible accommodations to make your child’s school experience a successful one. We also will review local and statewide resources available to your child and family. The G.E.A.R. […]
Take Action Against Bullying
ZoomREGISTER NOW Bullying has become such a widespread problem it is now being recognized as a major mental health concern for children and youth, having been found to leave long-term emotional scars and psychological effects similar to anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress. This workshop will help you identify the warning signs of both the victim […]
Parent Support Group
ZoomREGISTER NOW For parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns, it is held virtually on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral […]
Parenting with Dignity-Picking up This Ball Is a Victory for All
ZoomREGISTER NOW G.E.A.R. Parent Network invites you to pick up the ball and run with it through a multi-part parenting education course developed by Mac Bledsoe, father of a former celebrated New England Patriots’ quarterback Drew Bledsoe. Parenting with Dignity helps parents learn effective techniques for raising responsible, independent children. Topics include: Saturday, October 26, […]
Building a Bridge: Navigating Youth to Adult Transition
ZoomREGISTER NOW Transition planning is the key to ensuring success in adulthood for youth with disabilities. This workshop will teach parents and caregivers how to build the transitional bridge from children's mental health services to adult mental health services in order to achieve successful post-secondary outcomes. Learn what you can do now to prepare, how […]
Parent Support Group
ZoomREGISTER NOW For parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns, it is held virtually on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral […]
Defusing Challenging Behaviors: How to Effectively De-Escalate Your Child
ZoomREGISTER NOW What is the best way to quickly defuse your child’s challenging behavior in the heat of the moment? Yelling at them? Punishing them? Grounding them in their room for a week? Or giving “Show ‘em who’s BOSS” vibes. Using these harsh methods will only add fuel to the fire. And the point is NOT TO make […]