This workshop is intended to help you learn and identify your current parenting style and recognize the large impact that it has on your child’s development. We will review each of the four parenting styles. Through sharing of information and discussion you will be given the tools to use to evaluate both positive and negative […]
Why is environmental health so important? Consider the following information: Twelve million American children or 17 percent of all Americans under the age of 18 have one or more developmental, learning or behavioral disabilities; more than 1.5 million Americans are autistic. In the 1970s, autism was estimated to have affected about 1 in 2,500 to […]
Save money and reduce your family’s exposure from toxic household cleaners! Join us and learn how to avoid using toxic cleaning chemicals and still provide a clean, healthy and comfortable home; how to save money and time with simple cleaning technique; easy and inexpensive recipes to make safe and effective homemade household cleaners. About the […]
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 […]
Sunburn, heat cramps, heat stroke and skin cancer often are not thought of when you are enjoying the outdoors. Come learn about the importance of keeping your children and yourself safe while having fun in the sun! Parents may share their challenges and some ideas how they deal with the sun protection and summertime issues. […]
Maine’s Certification training for Parent/Family Peer Specialists in Maine Behavioral Health Homes. The Institute was developed and formatted by families for families with consultation and shared materials from the National Federation of Families, their state organizations, and chapters. We believe that meaningful and effective parent/family participation as partners in support of our children requires specific […]
Maine’s Certification training for Parent/Family Peer Specialists in Maine Behavioral Health Homes. The Institute was developed and formatted by families for families with consultation and shared materials from the National Federation of Families, their state organizations, and chapters. We believe that meaningful and effective parent/family participation as partners in support of our children requires specific […]
Maine’s Certification training for Parent/Family Peer Specialists in Maine Behavioral Health Homes. The Institute was developed and formatted by families for families with consultation and shared materials from the National Federation of Families, their state organizations, and chapters. We believe that meaningful and effective parent/family participation as partners in support of our children requires specific […]
REGISTER NOW 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 12-week program. You will explore hands-on activities, along with guided discussions, to enhance your […]
REGISTER NOW For 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. Follow the link to register to join us for this […]
Bullying has become such a widespread problem it is now being recognized as a major mental health concern for children and youth, having been found to leave long-term emotional scars and psychological effects similar to anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress. This workshop will help you identify the warning signs of both the victim and the […]
REGISTER NOW Birth order is a fun and exciting topic you may not have considered. Research shows that a person’s birth order is directly linked to personality. These stereotypes on birth order may sound silly, but their foundation has an exciting degree of scientific accuracy. But does birth order influence personality, or is personality shaped […]
