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SUMMARY:Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:If you are a parent\, caregiver or working on your recovery and want to learn more about the effects of substance use on your family\, parenting style\, and your relationship with your child/youth\, please join us for this FREE 12 week program.  You will explore hands on activities\, along with guided discussions to enhance your self-awareness and increase your ability to relate to your child/children/youth in a safe and supportive environment surrounded by parents and caregivers who share similar life experiences. Join us to explore ideas and build skills; strengthen your connection with your child or youth!  Register online for Thursday Mornings 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.  Link to register: https://forms.gle/KK7Gu1G1pMqXE4XH6 \nOR Tuesday afternoons Starting October 13th from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.  Link to register: https://forms.gle/vXyivtCPTTo7YdiV8 or call Megan Dickinson at 207-859-1580. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns.\nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs.
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/nurturing-parenting-for-families-in-recovery-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Bouffard%2C CFPS%2C Team Leader &amp%3B Regional Family Support Coordinator":MAILTO:DBouffard@kbhmaine.org
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SUMMARY:How Difficult Can This Be? The F.A.T. City Workshop
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW[/butt \nThis unique and interactive program allows participants to experience the same Frustration\, Anxiety and Tension that children with learning disabilities face in their daily lives. See how teachers\, social workers\, psychologists\, parents\, and friends who have participated in Richard Lavoie’s workshop reflect upon their experience and the way it changed their approach to children who have a learning disability. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs. \nFollow the link to register to join us for this no-cost educational session https://kbhmaine-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/6dqMrCycQyG9AqVcvPFjBg
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/how-difficult-can-this-be-the-f-a-t-city-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Bouffard%2C CFPS%2C Team Leader &amp%3B Regional Family Support Coordinator":MAILTO:DBouffard@kbhmaine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T100000
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SUMMARY:Fall Information Event
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event. \nCome visit us on location in Augusta where our friendly GEAR staff members will be available to share details about our programming and available supports.  We will be happy to answer all of your questions about how we can support you and your family. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs.
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/fall-information-event/
LOCATION:Kennebec Behavioral Health 10 Caldwell Rd Augusta
ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Bouffard%2C CFPS%2C Team Leader &amp%3B Regional Family Support Coordinator":MAILTO:DBouffard@kbhmaine.org
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SUMMARY:Take Action Against Bullying
DESCRIPTION:This is in person event. \nBullying 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 and   the bully. Prevention and effective coping skills will be explored. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs.
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/take-action-against-bullying-7/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 161 Davis Rd Bangor
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SUMMARY:Fall Information Event
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event. \nCome visit us on location in Augusta where our friendly GEAR staff members will be available to share details about our programming and available supports.  We will be happy to answer all of your questions about how we can support you and your family. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs.
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/fall-information-event-2/
LOCATION:Kennebec Behavioral Health 5 Commerce Drive Skowhegan
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Affective Disorder
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event \nSeasonal Affective Disorder can impact adults\, teens\, and children. It is estimated about 5% of the people experience SAD in the US and 4 out of 5 are women. One US study found rates of SAD were 7 times higher in New Hampshire then in California suggesting the farther we are from the equator\, the more likely we are to develop SAD. Join us for an educational and STRESS-LESS time learning about SAD and how to deal with it. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs. \n 
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/seasonal-affective-disorder-2/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 161 Davis Rd Bangor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T100000
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SUMMARY:Disaster Preparedness 101: Families Prepare & Empower Themselves to Persevere Through Traumatic Events and Unexpected Disaster
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW[/butt \nWhen disaster strikes will you be ready?  Flooding\, blizzards\, high wind\, and intense storms with power outages are common disasters in Maine. This workshop focuses on the reactions and needs of children and adolescents in times of unexpected disaster – even a pandemic. This workshop focuses on the reactions and needs of children and adolescents in times of unexpected disaster. Participants will learn how to become prepared\, engage their communities and emergency teams to effectively respond to the unique health and well-being needs of their children and youth. You will learn begin to plan and prepare for an emergency evacuation and learn strategies to make the unforeseen event more bearable and less traumatic. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns.\nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs. \nFollow the link to register to join us for this no-cost educational session https://kbhmaine-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/GMRU9ge4SKSlwZ9Po1EjCA
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/disaster-preparedness-101-families-prepare-empower-themselves-to-persevere-through-traumatic-events-and-unexpected-disaster-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T180000
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SUMMARY:Ho-Ho-Ho! Holiday Family Activities!
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event \nJoin us as we celebrate the season with some holiday fun activities that the whole family can enjoy\, so gather your family and join us in having some fun!” \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a program of Kennebec Behavioral Health\, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R.is run by parents for parents providing services for parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health needs to build on their family’s strengths and to advocate for their family’s needs.
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/ho-ho-ho-holiday-family-activities-3/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 161 Davis Rd Bangor
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