BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Crisis and Counseling Centers - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://crisisandcounseling.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Crisis and Counseling Centers 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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220307T203000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141214Z UID:8307-1646676000-1646685000@crisisandcounseling.org SUMMARY:Parenting with Dignity-Picking up This Ball Is a Victory for All (5 days) DESCRIPTION:G.E.A.R. Parent Network invites you to pick up the ball and run with it through a multi-part parenting education course developed by Mac Bledsoe\, father of a celebrated New England Patriots’ quarterback. Parenting with Dignity helps parents learn effective techniques for raising responsible\, independent children. Topics include: \nSession 1: A Model of Human Performance and Five Rules for Parents – Monday\, March 7\, 2022 from 6-8:30 p.m.\nSession 2: Discipline\, Deciding what you Want-Part 1 and 2 –\, Wednesday\, March 9\, 2022 from 6-8:30 p.m.\nSession 3: Sending a Constant Message of Love – Part 1 and 2 – Monday\, March 14\, 2022 from 6-8:30 p.m.\nSession 4: Teaching Your Values to Your Kids and Goal Setting – Wednesday\, March 16\, 2022 from 6-8:30 p.m.\nSession 5: The Reasons Punishment Doesn’t Work – Monday\, March 21\, 2022 from 6-8:30 p.m. \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://crisisandcounseling.org/event/parenting-with-dignity-picking-up-this-ball-is-a-victory-for-all-5-days/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T120000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141214Z UID:8308-1646733600-1646740800@crisisandcounseling.org SUMMARY:Last One Picked – First One Picked On: Learning Disabilities and Social Skills by Author Rick Lavoie\, M.A.\, M.Ed. DESCRIPTION:Do you watch your child struggle with social isolation and rejection? This workshop will provide parents\, caregivers\, and teachers with strategies for teaching our kids the social skills they will need for success in social interaction. Participants will learn about positive traits for peer acceptance\, student traits that teachers like\, and the “hidden curriculum.” \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://crisisandcounseling.org/event/last-one-picked-first-one-picked-on-learning-disabilities-and-social-skills-by-author-rick-lavoie-m-a-m-ed/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Bouffard%2C CFPS%2C Team Leader &%3B Regional Family Support Coordinator":MAILTO:DBouffard@CrisisAndCounseling.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141214Z UID:8309-1646744400-1646751600@crisisandcounseling.org SUMMARY:Helping Your Child Manage Their Meltdowns DESCRIPTION: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 help your child better manage these meltdowns. \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://crisisandcounseling.org/event/helping-your-child-manage-their-meltdowns/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Shannan Boyorak%2C CFPS%2C Regional Parent Support Coordinator":MAILTO:SBoyorak@CrisisAndCounseling.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220310T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141214Z UID:8310-1646917200-1646924400@crisisandcounseling.org SUMMARY:What is Considered Child Abuse & Neglect? DESCRIPTION: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 behavioral 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. URL:https://crisisandcounseling.org/event/what-is-considered-child-abuse-neglect/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141215Z UID:8311-1647349200-1647356400@crisisandcounseling.org SUMMARY:Take Action Against Bullying DESCRIPTION: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 bully. Prevention and effective coping skills will be explored. \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://crisisandcounseling.org/event/take-action-against-bullying/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Shannan Boyorak%2C CFPS%2C Regional Parent Support Coordinator":MAILTO:SBoyorak@CrisisAndCounseling.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141215Z UID:8312-1647522000-1647529200@crisisandcounseling.org 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://crisisandcounseling.org/event/adhd-101-what-we-want-to-know-but-forgot-to-ask/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220331T150000 DTSTAMP:20260517T002232 CREATED:20220105T141213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T141215Z UID:8313-1648731600-1648738800@crisisandcounseling.org SUMMARY:Building Stronger Families Through Effective Communication DESCRIPTION: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 within families. As parents\, we can master these skills and model them for our children. Join us for an educational afternoon that will cover the various strategies that are at the heart of good communication. \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://crisisandcounseling.org/event/building-stronger-families-through-effective-communication/ LOCATION:Go-To Meeting END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR