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Groups, Classes and Programs
Groups
Classes Programs
All classes and programs are held at
Family Resources(1500 Green Bay Street, La Crosse) unless otherwise
noted.
GROUPS
24/7 Dad
Wednesdays
| August 26th - September 30th | 6-8PM
Where,
besides family, can we share support and questions with other fathers
about the knowledge and skills to best parent children in today’s
world? Here. Any man responsible for children belongs in this 6-week
group. Men of all backgrounds explore family roles, discipline,
misbehavior, child development, emotions, needs, values, and more in an
all-men group. For more information or to register, contact JD at (608)
784-8125.
CLASSES
Active Parenting
Wednesdays | August 25th - September 29th | 6-7:30PM
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 skills taught in this 6-week
video-based program help parents build important qualities of character
in their children as well as themselves. Topics to include Parenting
Styles Past/Present,
Building Character and
Self-Esteem, Active Communication,
Effective Discipline, and
Sidestepping Power Struggles.
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 John at (608)
784-8125.
Happiest Baby
On the Block
Tuesday, September 14th
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6-7:30PM
Wouldn’t you
like to have the happiest baby on the block? You can! Find out how to
soothe crying and colicky babies with the 5 S’s: five easy techniques
that will calm you baby and turn on his (or her!) amazing “calming
reflex!” Child care is available for the second session being held at
Family Resources. For more information or to register, contact Lois at
(608) 784-8125.
Infant
Massage For Moms, Dads, Babies, & Expectant Parents
Tuesday,
September 28th | 6-8PM
Want
to soothe symptoms of colic? This is just one of the many benefits of
infant massage. All expectant and parents of infants are welcome to this
free and interactive session to learn the special techniques of infant
massage. Infant massage a great way for baby and parents to bond. FUN
AND RELAXING! Registration is required. Limited individual sessions are
also available.
For more information
or to register, contact Lois at (608) 784-8125.
Sharing
Parenting Responsibility
Mondays | July 12th - August 16th | 6-8PM
This is a
six-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 six weeks. Space is limited so registration is required. For more
information or to register contact Alyson at (608) 784-8125.
Stewards of
Children:
Training for Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse
Thursday,
September
21st | 5:30-8:30PM
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, contact
Lisa at (608) 784-8125.
Private Trainings for your small group or organization may also be
arranged.
Facilitators of
Stewards of Children
are trained and authorized by Darkness to Light, a national nonprofit
organization.
To Pee Or
Not To Pee
Thursday, July 22nd | 6-7:30PM
Learn
how to recognize the signs of toilet learning readiness, how to proceed
and, foremost, how to avoid turning toilet learning into a major power
struggle. If power struggles are what’s already happening at your house,
we’ll help you refocus before trying again. For more information or to
register, contact Fran at (608) 784-8125.
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 or Alyson at (608) 784-8125.
Family
Exchange Program
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 3:30-6:30PM. 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 (608) 784-8125.
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