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Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
Nurturing Parenting for Families in Recovery
Held virtually every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30–5 p.m If you are a parent, caregiver or working on your recovery and want to learn more about the effects of substance use […]
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January Support Group
January Support Group
held virtually every Wednesday from 1-2:30 p.m. 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 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 […]
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Building Stronger Families Through Effective Communication
Building Stronger Families Through Effective Communication
Effective communication skills are vitally important for thriving family relationships. Using tools such as non-violent and non-verbal communication can improve our ability to resolve conflicts that arise and strengthen bonds […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD
Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD
Seasonal 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 […]
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Oh, My!
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Oh, My!
Are you raising a second set of children or youth at a time you thought you would be planning your retirement? This discussion will focus on specific issues that may […]
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Defusing Challenging Behaviors: How to Effectively De-Escalate Your Child
Defusing Challenging Behaviors: How to Effectively De-Escalate Your Child
What is the best way to quickly defuse your child’s challenging behavior in the heat of the moment? Yelling at them? Punishing them? Grounding them in their room for a […]
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Positive Behavioral Supports & Tantrum Management: Self-Preservation & Success in Parenting Children with Behavioral Health Needs
Positive Behavioral Supports & Tantrum Management: Self-Preservation & Success in Parenting Children with Behavioral Health Needs
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 […]
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Helping Your Child Manage Their Meltdowns
Helping Your Child Manage Their Meltdowns
Are you feeling like you are always walking on eggshells when dealing with your young child’s meltdowns? (Professionals sometimes call these behaviors “dysregulation”) Are you at a loss about how to help your child to be successful? You’re not alone! Join in the discussion about what meltdowns are and strategies that can be used to […]
The Motivation Breakthrough: Six Secrets to Turning on the Tuned Out Child
The Motivation Breakthrough: Six Secrets to Turning on the Tuned Out Child
This video 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 The G.E.A.R. Parent Network, a program of Crisis & Counseling Centers, […]
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Disaster Preparedness 101: Families Prepare & Empower Themselves to Persevere Through Traumatic Events and Unexpected Disaster
Disaster Preparedness 101: Families Prepare & Empower Themselves to Persevere Through Traumatic Events and Unexpected Disaster
When 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 […]