BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gear Parent Network - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Gear Parent Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240622T013629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T185949Z UID:6892-1725454800-1725460200@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nFor parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns\, it is held virtually the first and third Wednesday of each month (for July & August only) from 1-2:30 p.m. and in September\, will return to every week Wednesdays 1-2:30 p.m. \nFollow the link to register to join us for this no-cost support group: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-6/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gearparentnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Parent-Support-Group.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240621T230054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T230054Z UID:6847-1725904800-1725912000@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:What Disabilities Qualify for Special Education Under IDEA? DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \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 successful. We also will review local and statewide resources available to your child and family. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program\, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, the 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://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqfuqtrj8vH9AwU7n4Wr6yvQx2imciWftZ URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/what-disabilities-qualify-for-special-education-under-idea/ LOCATION:Zoom ORGANIZER;CN="Shannan King%2C CFPS%2C Regional Parent Support Coordinator":MAILTO:sking@kbhmaine.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240622T013706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T185558Z UID:6893-1726059600-1726065000@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nFor parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns\, it is held virtually the first and third Wednesday of each month (for July & August only) from 1-2:30 p.m. and in September\, will return to every week Wednesdays 1-2:30 p.m. \nFollow the link to register to join us for this no-cost support group: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-7/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gearparentnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Parent-Support-Group.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240621T223945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T224131Z UID:6840-1726144200-1726151400@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Recognizing the Signs of Suicide Risk and 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 potentially 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 gain access to treatment and support that is needed effectively. Also\, we will discuss how to advocate for a person in your care when you are not satisfied with the process or outcome. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program\, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, the 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-and-navigating-the-system-of-care-2/ LOCATION:Boys and Girls Club of Bangor\, 28 Downeast Circle\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240621T223103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T223200Z UID:6836-1726146000-1726153200@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:“It’s So Much Work to Be Your Friend: Helping the Child with Learning Disabilities Find Social Success” by Author Rick Lavoie\, M.A.\, M.Ed. DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nAre you concerned that your child has no friends? Do you watch your child struggle with social isolation and rejection? This workshop will identify specific reasons why children with learning disabilities have difficulty with social interaction. Parents and caregivers will learn practical strategies to assist children in gaining peer acceptance and developing age-appropriate social skills. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program\, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, the 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://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMocu-rqT0oEtXsp4r-c3ZNbqBtH4yKlL8A URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/its-so-much-work-to-be-your-friend-helping-the-child-with-learning-disabilities-find-social-success-by-author-rick-lavoie-m-a-m-ed/ LOCATION:Zoom ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Bouffard%2C CFPS%2C Team Leader &%3B Regional Family Support Coordinator":MAILTO:DBouffard@kbhmaine.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240621T220032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T220032Z UID:6832-1726308000-1726315200@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:What’s Your Parenting Style? Identifying Your Style and How it Affects Your Interaction with Your Children. DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nThis workshop is intended to help you learn and identify your current parenting style and recognize its large impact on your child’s development. We will review each of the four parenting styles. Through information sharing and discussion\, you will be given the tools to evaluate positive and negative influences in your lives and how they relate to your parenting style. Parents and caregivers can improve their skills by understanding parenting styles\, discipline\, cultural influences\, and environmental issues. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program\, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, the 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://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMudeGrrTkoE9D7zInk-ga01roBQkazpLm- URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/whats-your-parenting-style-identifying-your-style-and-how-it-affects-your-interaction-with-your-children-2/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240621T214834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T214834Z UID:6827-1726653600-1726660800@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nSeasonal 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 US study found rates of SAD were seven times higher in New Hampshire than in California\, suggesting the farther we are from the equator\, the more likely we are to develop Seasonal Affective Disorder. Join us for an educational and STRESS-LESS evening learning about SAD and how to deal with it. \nThe G.E.A.R. Parent Network\, a Crisis & Counseling Centers program\, is where Gaining Empowerment Allows Results. G.E.A.R. is run by parents for parents and supports parents of children with emotional and behavioral health concerns. \nThrough parent-to-parent sharing of experiences and knowledge\, the 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://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvfuqoqDIqGdHAMrD6SgBVzpEz9dLq5dg0 URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/seasonal-affective-disorder-or-sad-4/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240622T013822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T124753Z UID:6899-1726664400-1726669800@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nFor parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns\, it is held virtually the first and third Wednesday of each month (for July & August only) from 1-2:30 p.m. and in September\, will return to every week Wednesdays 1-2:30 p.m. \nFollow the link to register to join us for this no-cost support group: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-8/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gearparentnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Parent-Support-Group.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T202312 CREATED:20240622T013912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T185420Z UID:6897-1727269200-1727274600@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nFor parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns\, it is held virtually the first and third Wednesday of each month (for July & August only) from 1-2:30 p.m. and in September\, will return to every week Wednesdays 1-2:30 p.m. \nFollow the link to register to join us for this no-cost support group: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-9/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gearparentnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Parent-Support-Group.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR