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Classes and Programs
Classes Programs
All classes and programs are held at
Family Resources (1500 Green Bay Street, La Crosse) unless otherwise
noted.
CLASSES
Active Parenting
The philosophy of “Active
Parenting” is that “it is the job of the parent rather than the child to
play the leadership role in the family.” The active parenting skills
taught in this 6-week program will help parents build four important
qualities of character in their children as well as themselves:
Responsibility, Respect, Cooperation, and Self-Esteem.
Weekly topics are:
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Parenting Styles Past/Present
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Active Communication
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Effective Discipline
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Sidestepping Power Struggles
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Building Character and Self-Esteem
Open to parents who are interested in
receiving a required parenting class completion certificate and/or parents
who want to improve their parenting skills for lifelong learning. For more
information or to register contact Alyson at (608) 784-8125.
Wednesdays |
6:00-7:30PM
April 2nd, 9th,
23rd and 30th & May 7th
Happiest Baby
On the Block
Wouldn’t you like to have the happiest baby on the block?
“The Happiest Baby on the Block” is a
program for new parents and parents-to-be, created by Dr. Harvey Karp, a
respected pediatrician and child development expert. His vision of
creating stronger, happier families is realized by teaching parents four
revolutionary concepts that will help them soothe their crying and
colicky babies, including “the 5 S’s”: five easy ways to turn on your
baby’s amazing calming reflex. Copies of Dr. Karp’s DVD will be
available for checkout (a $20.00 deposit is required and will be
refunded when video is returned). For more information, contact
Jackie at (608) 784-8125.
April 3rd |
10:00-11:30AM
South Side Neighborhood Center (1300 S. 6th St., La Crosse)
May 3rd |
10:00-11:30AM
South Side Neighborhood Center (1300 S. 6th St., La Crosse)
June 12th
| 6:30-8:00PM
Family Resources (1500 Green Bay St., La Crosse)
Parent
Recharge
Parenting is hard work!
Sometimes we need a tune-up, a recharge. That’s what this 4-week
parenting offer is all about. Choose the session you need the most or
better yet, come to all four.
Topics may
include:
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Improving
Communication
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Positive
Discipline Strategies
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Differing
Parenting Styles
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Understanding
Child Development and Brain Research
Limited child care
available for pre-registered participants. For more information contact
Lois at (608) 784-8125.
Tuesdays | 6:00-7:30PM
May 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th
Stewards of
Children
Training for Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse
This nationally acclaimed
training opportunity is designed to educate adults to prevent, recognize
and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. This workshop is highly
recommended for all adults who work with children and youth—including
teachers, parents, volunteers and other interested adults. Advance
registration is required. Enrollment is limited, for more information
contact Lisa (608) 784-8125.
Facilitators of
Stewards of Children
are trained and authorized by Darkness to Light, a national nonprofit
organization.
April
15th | 5:30-8:30PM
South Side Neighborhood Center (1300 S. 6th St., La Crosse)
Sharing
Parenting Responsibility
This is an eight-week
course to help parents work together as partners to raise their children
after a separation, divorce, break-up, or for parents who have never
been married to each other. For both parents this means understanding
new roles, responsibilities, and rights. Cooperative co-parenting can
help reduce stress and conflict for both parents and especially for
children.
This educational class will help both
parents develop the vital skills needed to create a “parenting plan” with
their children’s best interest in mind. This plan is written during the
course of the eight weeks. Space is limited so registration is required.
For more information or to register contact Alyson at (608) 784-8125.
Mondays | 6:00-8:00PM
April 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th & May 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
PROGRAMS
Car Seat
Safety Checks
Parents can have their child's car seat checked free of charge by a
certified Child Passenger Safety Technician here at Family Resources. A
car seat check covers many areas including making sure the car seat is
appropriate for your child, that it is installed correctly, and that the
child is harnessed safely. Please allow 20-30 minutes per seat and have
the child who uses the seat present. Appointments are preferred but
drop-ins are also welcome as long as a technician is available. For more
information or to schedule an appointment, contact Audra at (608) 784-8125.
Family
Exchange Program
Holding your child's heart together,
separately...
The Family Exchange Program offers a safe and nurturing place where
parents can exchange their children for time with mom and/or dad. Family
Exchange is available to any family with at least one parent living in
La
Crosse County. Program hours are 3:30 - 6:30 pm. Before participating in
the program each parent will complete an orientation and a 1½ hour
workshop entitled, "Transferring: A business relationship for our child's
heart!" Both parents will set up an appointment to participate in the
Family Exchange Program. For more information call Alyson (608)
784-8125.
Parent
Coaching
Children don’t come with
instructions. Every stage brings new behavior. If you have questions,
give Fran a call about Parent Coaching at (608) 784-8125.
Parent Friend
All parents need friends to chat about the parenting challenges they
face, and realize they aren't the only one going through them. Family
Resources can be that friend for you through the Parent Friend program.
We'll come to your house and talk with you about those parenting issues
that are bothering you. For issues from bedtime routines and power
struggles to finding time for yourself, we'll provide encouragement,
support, and new ideas. For more information or to schedule a visit, call
Lisa at (608) 784-8125.
Partners In
Parenting
Are you a first time parent? Do you have questions about babies? If
you answered "yes" to either of these questions, the Partners In Parenting
program is for you! We will give you our wonderful parenting book and
share information about babies, families, and resources in our area. For
more information call Jackie at (608) 784-8125.
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CLASSES AND PROGRAMS
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