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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 17 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 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! \nHeld every Tuesday from 3:30–5 p.m. \nRegister online at  https://kvcap-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqd-yprDsoG9W2oUPOu4cXdgWARNTx_Zha  \nor call Jenny at 207-859-2521
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/nurturing-parenting-for-families-in-recovery/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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SUMMARY:April Afternoon Support Group
DESCRIPTION:You are NOT Alone! Parenting and raising a child/youth is often challenging\, however even more so with a child with an emotional or behavioral health concern. Join us in this safe place with no shame\, blame or judgment from the comfort of your home on your tablet or smart phone and chat with other parents who share similar life experiences. If you are a parent wanting support\, or a parent/caregiver of a child with behavioral\, emotional\, or developmental health needs\, please consider joining to meet and compare notes with other parents who truly understand the journey you are on. Note: Keep in mind that if there is no support group participation within 30 minutes of start time the virtual platform will be ended. \nMeets weekly\, 4/5\, 4/12\, 4/19 and 4/26
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/april-afternoon-support-group/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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SUMMARY:“What is Considered Child Abuse & Neglect in Maine?”
DESCRIPTION:April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month! Our children are our future and child abuse and neglect is everybody’s business!  In this workshop learn what is considered child abuse; state and national statistics; what Maine law is and how to report child abuse or neglect; the difference between “punishment” vs. “discipline”; child behavior management examples and what are family and child protective factors; in addition to sharing stories of parenting lessons learned. \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. \n 
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/what-is-considered-child-abuse-neglect-in-maine/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230410T200000
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SUMMARY:“The Motivation Breakthrough: Six Secrets to Turning on the Tuned Out Child” Video Presentation by Author Rick Lavoie\, M.A.\, M.Ed
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores proven techniques\, strategies\, and scripts – based on six possible motivational styles – that will revolutionize the way teachers and parents inspire children to succeed and achieve. Rick Lavoie explodes common myths and gives specific advice for motivating children. With empathy and understanding\, he offers parents and teachers the key to unlocking enthusiasm and responsiveness\, proving any child can be motivated to learn. \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. \n 
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/the-motivation-breakthrough-six-secrets-to-turning-on-the-tuned-out-child-video-presentation-by-author-rick-lavoie-m-a-m-ed-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:20230413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T113000
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SUMMARY:“Autism and Strategies”
DESCRIPTION:Participants will gain a basic understanding of autism along with some general strategies to use while interacting with individuals on the spectrum. These strategies relate to sensory\, communication\, behavioral and social deficits that often interfere with an individual’s ability to process information. \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/autism-and-strategies/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T150000
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SUMMARY:“Youth Substance Use Disorder”
DESCRIPTION:Substance use with overdose among youth and young adults in Maine is at its highest level. Knowledge is power so please join us for this presentation on why does it happen in youth and how does it affect our youth\, the risk factors; what to look for\, what to do about it along with treatment and supports. This information can be used to inform yourself and to begin these important conversations with your children and youth. \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-substance-use-disorder/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T150000
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SUMMARY:“Understanding Child Birth Order”
DESCRIPTION:Birth order is a fun and interesting topic you may have not have considered. Research shows that a person’s birth order has a direct link with his or her personality. These stereotypes on birth order may sound silly\, but there is an interesting degree of scientific accuracy in their foundation. But does birth order influence personality\, or is personality shaped based on the ages of siblings around them? Understanding birth order positions allows parents\, guardians and teachers to guide and support children and strengthen positive qualities. \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/understanding-child-birth-order/
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:20230425T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T203000
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UID:5547-1682407800-1682454600@gearparentnetwork.org
SUMMARY:April Evening Support Group
DESCRIPTION:You are NOT Alone! Parenting and raising a child/youth is often challenging\, however even more so with a child with an emotional or behavioral health concern. Join us in this safe place with no shame\, blame or judgment from the comfort of your home on your tablet or smart phone and chat with other parents who share similar life experiences. If you are a parent wanting support\, or a parent/caregiver of a child with behavioral\, emotional\, or developmental health needs\, please consider joining to meet and compare notes with other parents who truly understand the journey you are on. Note: Keep in mind that if there is no support group participation within 30 minutes of start time the virtual platform will be ended.
URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/april-evening-support-group/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T113000
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SUMMARY:“ADHD 101 - What We Want to Know but Forgot to Ask!”
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will offer the framework to help us understand what Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is\, what causes it\, how to diagnose and who can diagnose it; the symptoms\, what helps\, supports; and treatment and management. Come and join in the conversation as we journey together toward greater success. \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/adhd-101-what-we-want-to-know-but-forgot-to-ask/
LOCATION:Go-To Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Bouffard%2C CFPS%2C Team Leader &amp%3B Regional Family Support Coordinator":MAILTO:DBouffard@kbhmaine.org
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