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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  Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. \nLink 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-8/
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:G.E.A.R. Annual Family Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Lake George Regional Park in Canaan is a family-friendly park that offers swimming\, hiking\, boating and fishing. We are covering the entrance fees (the Ranger @ entrance will have your registration) for families and kids to come and join us for this fun and relaxing social event!  We are located on the EAST side of the park and is where the picnic will be. This park offers swimming from a sandy beach or a rocky shore and is a great relaxing place to enjoy the sun or shade!  A light picnic buffet lunch will be provided and picnic tables are available but please bring your lawn chairs or blankets for additional seating.  If you have special dietary needs please do bring your own lunch. We will have fun activities too for both kids and adults alike!  Don’t forget your beach apparel\, towels and sunscreen!  There are no lifeguards on duty so parents are responsible for watching their kids and you may stay the entire day.   Registration is required and admission is covered. Rain date is Saturday\, July 25\, 2026. \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/g-e-a-r-annual-family-picnic-4/
LOCATION:Lake George Regional Park\, East Side\, Route 2\, 10 Main St Canaan
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:20260728T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
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SUMMARY:Building Healthy Digital Habits for Families
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person only event \nThis workshop is designed to empower families by offering tools for how to talk to your youth around current research on screen time management\, providing information about social media sites\, offering tips for online safety\, and helping you build healthier habits around screen time for 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/building-healthy-digital-habits-for-families-2/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 161 Davis Rd Bangor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000
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SUMMARY:What Disabilities Qualify for Special Education Under IDEA?
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW[/butt \nThis 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. \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/hwEdE9ulSp-FKzLeHKCf6Q
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/what-disabilities-qualify-for-special-education-under-idea-3/
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:Family Connections Rock Painting!
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person only event \nJoin G.E.A.R. Parent Network for a fun and relaxing afternoon of rock painting in the park! Families will have the opportunity to get creative\, connect with one another\, and paint rocks with messages of hope\, kindness\, courage\, and encouragement. This is a chance to slow down\, enjoy time together\, and build community with other families in a welcoming and supportive environment. All ages are welcome. Materials will be provided. \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/family-connections-rock-painting/
LOCATION:Gowen Park\, 6 Gowen Park Dr Sanford
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Beach Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Morgan’s Beach on the western shore of Cold Stream Pond.  We will be covering the entrance fee so please come join us for this fun and relaxing social event with other parents and their kids!  The grounds include a sandy beach\, picnic area\, playground\, changing rooms/bathrooms along with refreshments sold at the Trap Shack.  Bring your own sunscreen\, blankets\, chairs\, toys & towels!  There are no lifeguards on duty so parents are responsible for watching their kids and you may stay the entire day. \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/family-fun-beach-day-3/
LOCATION:Morgan’s Beach Route 155\, Enfield-Lincoln Rd\, Enfield\, Route 155\, Enfield\, ME\, 04493\, United States
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SUMMARY:Surviving Parenting: Self-Care is NEVER Selfish
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event only \nSelf-care often becomes an afterthought for parents and caregivers. The ability to treat and understand oneself with respect and kindness can be especially elusive when raising a family. In this workshop\, you will learn how stress and anxiety affect all of us and what you can do about it. You will do a self-care checkup and tools will be shared to create positive thinking. Join us to discover how to cope when your life is full but your energy tank is running on empty. \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/surviving-parenting-self-care-is-never-selfish-6/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 161 Davis Rd Bangor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T173000
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SUMMARY:Positive Behavioral Supports & Tantrum Management: Self-Preservation & Success in Parenting Children with Behavioral Health Needs
DESCRIPTION:This is an in person event only \nDo you sometimes feel like you don’t know how to help your child? Children with behavioral health needs do not come with a manual! This workshop will offer a framework to understand the nature of your child’s behavior and methods to flexibly respond to the needs your child presents. Positive behavioral supports emphasize practical ideas about how to meet your child where they are and utilize their motivation to increase success. Understanding and using Stage of Change concepts\, maximizing provider involvement\, and enhancing natural supports will be emphasized to provide usable tools that can be applied in a variety of real-life situations. Join us to learn more how to manage your child’s tantrums by using positive behavioral supports! \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/positive-behavioral-supports-tantrum-management-self-preservation-success-in-parenting-children-with-behavioral-health-needs-6/
LOCATION:The Opportunity Center\, 161 Davis Rd Bangor
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SUMMARY:Impulsivity & Disruptive Behaviors in Children & Youth
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW[/butt \nAll children and youth have outbursts from time to time\, however some do have much difficulty in their ability to regulate their emotions and behaviors even when adverse consequences may occur. This lack of self-control can cause significant distress or impairment in a child’s or youth’s life. A number of different diagnoses are unified by impulsive and disruptive behaviors including oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)\, conduct disorder (CD)\, and impulse control disorder (ICD). In this workshop you will learn more about the disorders defined in the chapter on disruptive\, impulse-control\, and conduct disorders by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders\, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)\, what treatments are available\, and what parents/caregivers can do to better respond to impulsive and disruptive behavior. \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/cvJAhgoMS0KIOD46ZCmTtQ
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/impulsivity-disruptive-behaviors-in-children-youth-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
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