Upcoming Workshops

Workshops

Family Resources offers a variety of workshops free of charge. Limited child care is provided (unless otherwise noted) for children who are independent walkers and older; younger children are welcome to join their parents. Workshops are held at Family Resources unless otherwise noted. Pre-registration is required 3 business days before event. For more information or to register, call (608) 784-8125.

Child Care Policy: Child care is limited to the first 10 children registered. Registration deadline for child care is seven days prior to the workshop or the start of the first session.

Parent Workshops Child Care Workshops

PARENT WORKSHOPS

Create Your Family Values and Mission Statement
Thursday, April 14th | 9:30-11AM | No CEU's
Who do you strive to be as a family? What personal and life qualities do you truly value? Come explore what is important to you and your family. Learn key strategies to help you create your own Family Values and Mission Statement. Presented by: Stacy Shapiro, President - Shapiro Strategies

To Pee Or Not To Pee
Thursday, May 19th | 6-7:30PM | No CEU's
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. Presented by: Fran Swift, Parent Educator - Family Resources

Vary Your Fruits & Vegetables For A Healthier Future
Thursday, May 26th | 9:30-11AM | No CEU's
Learn about the numerous benefits, recommended amounts and how to include more fruits and vegetables in your daily diet. We'll explore cost effective entrees, salads, soups, and foods that everyone enjoys. Recipes and samples will be shared. Presented by: Sheila Harding, RD - Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program

CHILD CARE WORKSHOPS

Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention - April Session
Saturday, April 2nd | 9-10:30AM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
Attend this training to learn about the dangers of shaking a young child forcibly, and how knowing alternative ways to cope with an infant's crying can reduce the incidence of the syndrome. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention - April Session
Saturday, April 2nd | 10:30-11:30AM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
There are things that parents and caregivers can do to reduce the risk of a SIDS death. During this training, you will learn more about SIDS and how to prevent it. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

Orientation For La Crosse County Certification - April Session
Saturday, April 2nd | 11:30AM-12PM | No CEU's | Child care is NOT provided
If you are interested in becoming a County Certified Child Care Professional in La Crosse County, you need to attend an orientation session along with Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention and SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention. At the orientation, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and will receive the application packet needed to apply for Certification.

Make A Difference In The Life Of A Child
Thursday, April 7th | 6:30-8PM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
Child Care Professionals who suspect that a child is, or will be, harmed are mandated to report this concern immediately to the appropriate agency. Deciding to report child abuse/neglect can be a difficult decision. Learn more about when to report. Presented by: La Crosse County Child Protective Services

Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention - May Session
Tuesday, May 3rd | 5:30-7:00PM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
Attend this training to learn about the dangers of shaking a young child forcibly, and how knowing alternative ways to cope with an infant's crying can reduce the incidence of the syndrome. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention - May Session
Tuesday, May 3rd | 7-8PM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
There are things that parents and caregivers can do to reduce the risk of a SIDS death. During this training, you will learn more about SIDS and how to prevent it. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

Orientation For La Crosse County Certification - May Session
Tuesday, May 3rd | 8-8:30PM | No CEU's | Child care is NOT provided
If you are interested in becoming a County Certified Child Care Professional in La Crosse County, you need to attend an orientation session along with Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention and SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention. At the orientation, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and will receive the application packet needed to apply for Certification. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

CPR/AED Training
Thursday, May 5th 5:30-8:30PM $30 Training Fee (CEU's included not extra cost)
American Heart Association Heartsaver Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED class. Cost is $30 and participation is limited to the first 8 paid registrations. Payments must be received before your registration will be confirmed. The fee is non-refundable. Class length may vary due to the number of participants. Presented by: Deb Cowan - Family Resources

Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention - June Session
Saturday, June 4th | 9-10:30AM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
Attend this training to learn about the dangers of shaking a young child forcibly, and how knowing alternative ways to cope with an infant's crying can reduce the incidence of the syndrome. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention - June Session
Saturday, June 4th | 10:30-11:30AM | CEU's Available - $10 | Child care is NOT provided
There are things that parents and caregivers can do to reduce the risk of a SIDS death. During this training, you will learn more about SIDS and how to prevent it. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

Orientation For La Crosse County Certification - June Session
Saturday, April 2nd | 11:30AM-12PM | No CEU's | Child care is NOT provided
If you are interested in becoming a County Certified Child Care Professional in La Crosse County, you need to attend an orientation session along with Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention and SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Prevention. At the orientation, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and will receive the application packet needed to apply for Certification. Presented by: Nancy Meyers, Director of Child Care Services - Family Resources

SCAN-MRT Training
Monday, May 16th | 6-9PM | Training Fee: $25 (CEU's included) | Location: Family Resources of Sparta (201 E. Franklin St.)
Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training, or SCAN-MRT, is a program designed to teach mandated reporters how to recognize and respond to suspected child maltreatment. This interactive program emphasizes practical issues in response to abuse and neglect. SCAN-MRT is the only mandated reporter training in the state approved by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. The three-hour, YoungStar approved, training program includes information about:

Neglect, physcial abuse, sexual abuse, and emotional damage
Child abuse and neglect risk factors
Reacting to disclosure of abuse
Making a report of child abuse or neglect
What happens when a report is made
Preventing maltreatment

The training fee must be paid at the time of registration and is non-refundable. Space is limited so register early! For more information or to register, call Barb at (608) 269-3151 x 6116.