Parenting Challenges of Today's Teen Join us to discuss some of today's challenges with parenting teens. For example: - social media, gaming, lack of socialization, etc. We look forward to your presence and participation as we Refresh and Refuel!!! Presented by: Janae Combs M.A., LPC A Good Life Counseling LLC
Join us for a discussion about parenting your children without lectures. We are here to offer suggestions and support. Presented by: Chena Blanchard Come ready to share your experiences. *All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts. There is no pre-test for this training.
Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who share one thing, the journey of adoption.  And while adoption is rewarding it also has challenges.  GACRS wants to provide a virtual platform for you to exchange information and learn from one another. It’s also your opportunity to share your experiences, what’s in your […]
This presentation explores supporting families after more stigmatized deaths: those due to homicide, suicide, and drug overdose. Attendees will understand responses at different developmental stages, how to explain in age-appropriate language, how these types of losses can lead to feelings of increased isolation, and other current research related to this topic. Attendees will learn strategies […]
Communication can be categorized into three basic types: (1) verbal communication, in which you listen to a person to understand their meaning; (2) written communication, in which you read their meaning; and (3) nonverbal communication, in which you observe a person and infer meaning. (https://open.lib.umn.edu/principlesmanagement) Communication involves two of the five senses; sight and hearing. […]
Making positive choices, taking action to advance, and being confident in your ability to make and execute decisions. Self-empowered people understand their strengths and weaknesses and are motivated to learn and achieve. What Is Self-Empowerment? -Tips to Achieve Self-Empowerment -Develop a Positive Attitude -Set Reasonable Goals -Surround Yourself with Positive People -Practice Self-Care -Use Positive […]
My Unexpected Role- Redesigning and Restructuring your life and family, adjustments challenges and benefits We look forward to your presence and participation as we Refresh and Refuel!!! Presented by: Janae Combs M.A., LPC A Good Life Counseling LLC
Join us for a discussion about Self-Regulation We are here to offer suggestions and support. Presented by: Come ready to share your experiences. L. Kathryn Smith, LCSW *All Participants should RSVP separately using their own accounts. There is no pre-test for this training.
Description:  This session will cover how to get the help or evaluation for Special Education and how to seek Early Intervention support:          *What is Special Education          *What is an IEP         *What is a 504 Plan         *What is the difference between an IEP           And a 504 Plan         *How to advocate […]
This virtual training is designed to provide participants information on the importance of financial planning for special needs children. Topics will include wills, special needs trust, naming a guardian, naming a trustee, life insurance, and building your savings.
What are boundaries and why are they important? Establishing boundaries in your home is one of the most important things you can do as a parent to help your children thrive and feel confident and assured in and out of their home. Establishing these boundaries is not always easy and sometimes harder to keep, but […]
DATE: MARCH 25, 2023 FROM 10:00- 11:00 AM Join GACRS for a monthly virtual adoption support group- Café Chats. This event is for adoptive families who live in REGION 12: who […]
