BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Gear Parent Network - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Gear Parent Network 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:20241202T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T180000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240926T164643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T173027Z UID:7081-1733155200-1733162400@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Impulsivity & Disruptive Behaviors in Children & Youth DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nAll children and youth have outbursts from time to time\, however some do have much difficulty in their ability to regulate their 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 impulsive and disruptive behavior. \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/tJModO6hrDooHtBCW5zxdbHXlmQqcaR369Tw \n  \n  URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/impulsivity-disruptive-behaviors-in-children-youth-4/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240926T165106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T172928Z UID:7083-1733306400-1733313600@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Managing Stress During the Holidays DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nThe holiday season will quickly be here! While it is meant to bring feelings of love and cheer\, it’s also the harbinger of much stress for many of us. Join us and learn a few simple tips you could try to help reduce holiday stress before it begins so that it remains at a positive level rather than an overwhelming one. \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/tJArf-yoqD4pHdUM0cVHeRg1kfVF3VEZWZIM \n  URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/managing-stress-during-the-holidays-5/ 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:20241204T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240925T131225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T131225Z UID:7051-1733317200-1733322600@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 on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. \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/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-19/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240925T134303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T134303Z UID:7064-1733506200-1733513400@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Ho-Ho-Ho Holiday Family Movie Night with your Kids! DESCRIPTION:In person only \nMoms\, dads\, grandparents and kids of all ages!  Join us for an evening social event family holiday movie night!  Kids\, wear your PJ’s and bring your favorite toy\, pillow and blanket and join other families to watch a classic holiday movie together!  Snacks will be offered. \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/ho-ho-ho-holiday-family-movie-night-with-your-kids/ LOCATION:Ginny’s Natural Corner\, 217 North Ave in Skowhegan\, 217 North Ave 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:20241207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240925T135139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T135139Z UID:7070-1733565600-1733572800@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Ho-Ho-Ho Holiday Fun! Creating Ornaments! DESCRIPTION:Virtual and in person \nJoin us for creating easy ornament designs for the holidays by recycling your old ornaments!  Use any items or materials you wish to use that may be used such as: wrapping paper and ribbon\, pictures\, wrapping tissue paper\, hair ribbons\, beads\, glitter\, sequins and liquid glue. Let’s have fun together\, be creative and leave you with a little personalized memory to hold on to or create a personal gift to give this holiday season! \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/ho-ho-ho-holiday-fun-creating-ornaments-2/ LOCATION:Windham Public Library\, 217 Windham Center Rd\, Windham END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T200000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240926T165626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T171617Z UID:7085-1733767200-1733774400@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Disaster Preparedness 101: Families Prepare & Empower Themselves to Persevere Through Traumatic Events and Unexpected Disaster DESCRIPTION:button link=” https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEucOusqTkiG9YloZfaicTTeXSOW3AUbQJA” type=”big” color=”purple” newwindow=”yes”] REGISTER NOW[/button] \nWhen 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 in times of unexpected disaster. Participants will learn how to become prepared\, engage their communities and emergency teams to effectively respond to the unique health and well-being needs of their children and youth. You will learn begin to plan and prepare for an emergency evacuation and learn strategies to make the unforeseen event more bearable and less traumatic. \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/tJEucOusqTkiG9YloZfaicTTeXSOW3AUbQJA \n  \n  URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/disaster-preparedness-101-families-prepare-empower-themselves-to-persevere-through-traumatic-events-and-unexpected-disaster-3/ 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:20241211T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240925T131455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T131455Z UID:7053-1733922000-1733927400@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 on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. \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/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-20/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240925T134709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T134709Z UID:7067-1733938200-1733945400@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Ho-Ho-Ho! Holiday Family Activities! DESCRIPTION:In person only \nJoin us as we celebrate the season with some holiday fun activities that the whole family can enjoy\, so gather your family and join us in having some fun! \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  \n  URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/ho-ho-ho-holiday-family-activities/ LOCATION:Bangor Housing Boys and Girls Club\, 161 Davis Rd\, Bangor END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T143000 DTSTAMP:20260502T103112 CREATED:20240925T131634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T221044Z UID:7055-1734526800-1734532200@gearparentnetwork.org SUMMARY:Parent Support Group DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW[/button \nFor parents or caregivers of children/youth with emotional or behavioral health concerns\, it is held virtually on Wednesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. \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/tJ0vd-GhqTgoGN3HN4ps2tFbq-2AP0I7_c_g URL:https://gearparentnetwork.org/event/parent-support-group-21/ LOCATION:Zoom END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR