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SUMMARY:“What are Family Peer Specialists and How do they Support Maine Families? "
DESCRIPTION:The Family Peer Specialist (FPS) role has been available in Maine to support families who have children/youth with special medical\, emotional and behavioral health needs for over 25 years!  Over the past 10 years this role has quickly evolved to being one of not only providing emotional support and resource sharing to also reducing feelings of isolation by providing opportunities to learn from and support each other; build family protective factors\, resiliency and strength; and practice vital parenting skills in an environment free from shame\, blame and judgment. Join us to learn about the family organizations in Maine who offer free parent peer support\, the three levels of support\, FPS credentialing\, role functions and the benefits to the family and service delivery system when family peer specialists are utilized! \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/what-are-family-peer-specialists-and-how-do-they-support-maine-families-2/
LOCATION:RSU Adult & Community Education \, Bucksport High School 102 Broadway #1 and GOTO
ORGANIZER;CN="Shannan Boyorak%2C CFPS%2C  Regional Parent Support Coordinator":MAILTO:SBoyorak@CrisisAndCounseling.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T090000
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SUMMARY:"Parenting with Dignity-Picking up This Ball Is a Victory for All”
DESCRIPTION: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 celebrated New England Patriots’ quarterback Drew Bledsoe. Parenting with Dignity helps parents learn effective techniques for raising responsible\, independent children. Topics include: \nSession 1:	A Model of Human Performance and Five Rules for Parents – Tuesday\, January 10\, 2023 from 9a-12 p.m.\nSession 2:	Discipline\, Deciding what you Want-Part 1 and 2 – Thursday\, January 12\, 2023 from 9a-12 p.m.\nSession 3:	Sending a Constant Message of Love – Part 1 and 2 – Tuesday\, January 17\, 2023 from 9a-12 p.m.\nSession 4:	Teaching Your Values to Your Kids and Goal Setting – Thursday\, January 19 from 9a-12 p.m.\nSession 5:	The Reasons Punishment Doesn’t Work – Tuesday\, January 24\, 2023 from 9a-12 p.m. \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/parenting-with-dignity-picking-up-this-ball-is-a-victory-for-all-3/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T120000
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SUMMARY:“Impulsivity & Disruptive Behaviors in Children & Youth”
DESCRIPTION:All children have outbursts from time to time; however\, some children have chronic problems in their ability to regulate 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 disruptive behavior. \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/impulsivity-disruptive-behaviors-in-children-youth-3/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T160000
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SUMMARY:“Opioid Overdose Response and Naloxone Training”
DESCRIPTION:What is harm reduction?  Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Harm Reduction is also a movement for social justice built on a belief in\, and respect for\, the rights of people who use drugs. The number of total overdoses in Maine exceeded 9\,500 last year. A record high 627 Mainers died from drug overdoses in 2021\, and the data from the first part of this year shows a nine percent increase over the comparable period last year.  Fentanyl was involved in 77% of deadly overdoses in Maine. Our youth and young adults are our future so please join us and learn how to save lives by administering Narcan (Naloxone). \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/opioid-overdose-response-and-naloxone-training/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T150000
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SUMMARY:“Recognizing the Signs of Suicide Risk & Navigating the System of Care"
DESCRIPTION:Suicide 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\, suicide statistics in Maine/Nationally; what risk assessments are and common terms you may hear providers use\, in addition to navigating the system of care to effectively gain access to treatment and/or support that is needed. Also\, we will discuss how to advocate for a person in your care when you are not satisfied with the process or outcome. \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/recognizing-the-signs-of-suicide-risk-navigating-the-system-of-care/
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SUMMARY:“Positive Behavioral Supports & Tantrum Management: Self-Preservation & Success in Parenting Children with Behavioral Health Needs”
DESCRIPTION:Do 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. Temper tantrums are disruptive behavior or emotional outbursts displayed in response to unmet needs or desires. Come and learn how to manage your child’s tantrums by using positive behavioral supports! \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/positive-behavioral-supports-tantrum-management-self-preservation-success-in-parenting-children-with-behavioral-health-needs-3/
LOCATION:RSU Adult & Community Education \, Bucksport High School 102 Broadway #1 and GOTO
ORGANIZER;CN="Shannan Boyorak%2C CFPS%2C  Regional Parent Support Coordinator":MAILTO:SBoyorak@CrisisAndCounseling.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T210147
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SUMMARY:“Youth Peer Supports in Maine”
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about how youth in Maine can receive support from other peer youth!  The Youth Peer Support Statewide Network (YPSSN) of Maine Behavioral Healthcare joins us to share how they serve youth ages 14-26 who self-identify with a history of mental health and/or substance use challenges. They offer one-on-one youth peer support\, drop-in/support groups\, recreational activities\, advocacy opportunities\, and more. Because they are grant-funded\, the peer support services are free – and don’t bill insurance or the participants. Referrals are accepted from anyone (not just within the Maine Behavioral Healthcare network)\, as long as the youth gives permission to have their information shared with YPSSN. \nAbout the G.E.A.R. Parent Network \nThe 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. \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/youth-peer-supports-in-maine/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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