“Empowering Young Adults with I/DD”
Go-To MeetingDan and Jaheim believe the youth self-advocacy movement requires parents who support their young adults in stepping into their own power, and they look forward to working with you! Young adults with intellectual and developmental disability labels are more capable, more fulfilled, and safer when parents support their empowerment. In this workshop, parents will explore […]
“Marijuana in the New Millennium”
Go-To MeetingTara’s work is to prevent youth substance use and she supports youth-led and youth-serving programming that builds young people's resilience and strengthens youth leadership on issues of public health, restorative practices, and social justice. Marijuana products have significantly changed in the past 10-15 years since medical and retail products have become legal. We will discuss the […]
July Evening Support Group
Go-To MeetingThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a program of Crisis & Counseling Centers, 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. Through parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge, G.E.A.R. Parent Network empowers parents of children with behavioral health […]
“What are Family Peer Specialists and how do they Support Maine Families?”
Coastal Recovery Community Center, 11 White Street, RocklandThe 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 […]
August Wednesday Support Group
Go-To Meetingoccurs weekly, every Wednesday The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a program of Crisis & Counseling Centers, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents […]
“How Difficult Can This Be? The F.A.T. City Workshop” Video Presentation by Author Rick Lavoie, M.A., M.Ed.
Go-To MeetingThis 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, […]
Family Fun Beach Day!
Morgan's Beach Route 155, Enfield-Lincoln Rd, Enfield Route 155, Enfield, ME, United StatesJoin us at Morgan’s Beach on the western shore of Cold Stream Pond. Entrance is free so join us for this fun and relaxing social event with other parents and […]
“Do You Speak Teen? ‘mnE Ps dnt bleev der is a gNR8N d/c b/t em n thr teen”
Go-To MeetingCommunicating with teens today is more challenging than ever but not impossible! This workshop will explore modern technology and give you some new ideas to peek into your teen’s world. […]
“G.E.A.R. Annual Family Picnic”
Tot Lot, Fish Hatchery Rd. (go to the end), AuburnA light picnic buffet lunch will be provided and picnic tables are available. Feel free to bring your lawn chairs or blankets for additional seating; and if you have special […]
August Evening Support Group
Go-To MeetingThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a program of Crisis & Counseling Centers, is the place where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents providing services for parents […]