Transitioning from preschool to kindergarten can be both challenging and exciting and there is much to consider to ensure your child is prepared to thrive: • Is my child able to identify and regulate emotions? • Does my child have age appropriate self-help skills? • Can my child understand and follow two-step directions? Join us […]
Clinicians, case managers, advocates, educators, supervisors, and other helping professionals are invited to attend this workshop to learn more about secondary trauma and how it can impact their work, relationships, and personal well-being. Learn more about what secondary trauma looks like and get practical strategies that individuals, teams, and organizations can use to combat secondary […]
Join us for outside yoga at Heritage Park with Caitlin Brown from Mindful Detroit for this free parent/child activity. Yoga techniques and poses will be beginner-friendly, including fun poses kids will enjoy. This event is geared toward children age 6 and up, but younger ages are welcome to attend. No childcare provided. Yoga mats will […]
United Front: Working Together as a Blended Family A blended family concept leaves room for countless benefits because it provides opportunities for children and parents to develop positive family relationships, open communication and problem-solving skills. Children from mixed families may also be more open to understanding different cultures, values and beliefs. Workshop Sessions […]
SAFE/SANE 101: The Medical Forensic Examination and the Role of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner in Cases Involving Pediatric and Adolescent Patients Presented by Kirstin Neumann-Sweeney, BSN, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P, DM-AFN Avalon Healing Center (AHC) serves Wayne County with acute medical forensic examinations. This team has worked collaboratively with community agencies and multidisciplinary team (MDT) […]
Do you know what apps your kids are using online and why? Do you know what parental controls are available to keep your kids safe? Did you know that sexting can be illegal in Michigan? Join Alisha Meneely from the Michigan Child Protection Registry for this FREE Zoom event and learn about what our kids […]
Participating in team sports can help children become more confident, social, inquisitive, respectful and engaged. However, pressure from adults can cause a positive activity to become a negative stressor. Join us with Kathryn Ames, a licensed professional counselor and founder of Thru the Game, and USA Olympian Ben Pinelman as they share strategies on how […]
Expecting and new parents are invited to join us for a presentation by Stephanie Jackson from the Wayne County Department of Health, Human and Veteran’s Services to learn important information and tips about how to keep your baby safe while sleeping. • Lunch provided • Resources and giveaways • Raffle for Pack ‘n Play and […]
Are you... • a parent with child(ren) age 3 or older? • struggling with getting your child to follow directions? • looking to learn effective discipline with your child? • looking for support from other parents just like you? • just looking to have a better relationship with your child? Parenting Through Change (PTC) is […]
Nurture the Future and SandCastles present SandCastles Family Grief Support Event This FREE in-person parent-child event will provide grief information and support for families who have experienced loss. Activities will include: Family dinner Grief and loss education and support Family creative activities For questions or more information contact Jane Reitman at 734-785-7705 x7369 or jreitman@guidance-center.org.
PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE TO MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 FROM 8-9PM Social media, celebrities and other trends have created a culture that continues to impact body image and the mental well-being of today's youth. Parents and caregivers can play a vital role in helping to combat the negative messages that influence how youth see themselves. Join […]
We are here so you are not alone! A space for making connections, sharing and helping each other. Join us for a group dinner followed by teens and parents/caregivers individual groups. All high school aged teens (14-18 years) are welcome with or without an adult! Likewise, parents/caregivers can attend without a child in attendance. Monthly […]
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