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What's Happening This Week?

(L) = La Crosse Location
(S) = Sparta Location
(T)  = Tomah Location
 

Sunday, July 25th

Monday, July 26th
America's Ball Play Shoppe  (L)
Beach Party Family Fun Night!  (S)
Parenting On The Go  (T)

Tuesday, July 27th
Bangor Play Shoppe  (L)  
Parent Connection  (L)

Wednesday, July 28th
Holmen/Onalaska Play Shoppe  (L)
Sparta Parent Connection  (S)
Winnebago Wednesday  (T)

Thursday, July 29th
Lunch At The Park  (L)
Cool, Refreshing Thirst Quenchers  (L)
Teen Parenting Support Group  (S)

Friday, July 30th
La Crosse Play Shoppe  (L)
Sparta Play Shoppe  (S)

Saturday, July 31st
 


 

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Workshops

 

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

All workshops are held at Family Resources (1500 Green Bay Street, La Crosse) unless otherwise noted. Although our workshops are listed separately for parents and child care professionals, they are open to anyone interested in attending.

Child Care Policy: Limited child care is provided for parent workshops (unless otherwise noted) for children who are independent walkers and older; younger children are welcome to join their parents. 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.

If you lose your certificate and request a new one, there will be a $10 search and copy fee.
 

Parent Workshops          Child Care Workshops & Support Group


Parent Workshops


 For more information on the workshops or to register, call (608) 784-8125.

Discipline Is Not A Dirty Word!
Thursday, July 15th | 6-7:30 PM | NO CEU’s
Are your children perfect angels? Then you won’t need this workshop. This workshop will present discipline tips and strategies to help turn your little tiger into a purring pussycat. Every child is a work in progress. We give our children two things – one is roots, the other wings. This workshop will help you guide their journey safely. Chocolate will be served!  Presented by:  Carin White, Director—Brighter Tomorrows

Cool, Refreshing Thirst Quenchers
Thursday, July 29th | 6-7:30 PM | NO CEU’s 
What we drink is as important as what we eat. Learn how to use the food label to help you make good choices for your family. Sample and learn how to make family (kid and adult) pleasing drinks that are good for you.
Presented by:
Mary Hoeft-Leithold and Sheila Harding—WNEP UW-Extension

Communication For The Parent Team
Thursday, August 5th | 6-7:30 PM | NO CEU’s
There IS a way to avoid our most common arguments and find agreement, covering the range from very different parenting styles to "What's for dinner?" [This workshop is for anyone who's ever wished to know how to approach a topic with the other parent and work better together.] All households and families benefit from better communication and teamwork between parents, and in turn, model it for ever-watching children.
Presented by: John David, Parent Educator - Family Resources


 


Child Care Workshops

Child care is NOT available for these workshops
 

For more information on the workshops or to register, call (608) 784-8125.
Please note that there is a different contact for the Creating A Safe & Healthy Environment workshop registrations.

CPR/AED Training
Monday, August 23rd | 6-9PM | $30 Fee (CEU's included in 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. Payment must be received 3 business days prior to the class and the fee is non-refundable. Class length may vary due to number of participants.
Presented by: Deb Cowan & Lois Fredrick, Family Res
ources
 

Make A Difference In the Life Of A Child                  
Thursday, September 9th | 6:30-8PM | CEU’s Available - $10
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
 

Creating A Safe & Healthy Environment In Child Care Settings
Monday, September 27th
| 6:30--8:30PM | $15 Fee  (CEU's included in cost)
Family Resources of Tomah (310 W. Elizabeth St.)
Do you know that blood borne pathogens are not transmitted by touching an infected person, through coughing or sneezing, or by using the same equipment, materials, toilets, or water fountains as an infected person? It is important that people be educated as to what are viable means of transmission of these dangerous diseases, and what are not. Learn how to properly clean up human blood or body fluids, why you should have a blood borne pathogen kit, and what items should be in the kit.

Additional training will be given on:

  • Car seat safety

  • Lice

  • Proper hand washing procedures

  • Safe sleep practices

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 for the Creating A Safe & Healthy Environment In Child Care Settings workshop, call Julee at (608) 374-4190 or juleekatona@centurytel.net.
 


For more information on the workshops below or to register, call (608) 784-8125.

If you do not live or work in La Crosse County there is a $10 fee (this fee includes both Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention and SIDS Prevention)

Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention (CEU's available)
Shaken Baby Syndrome occurs when an infant or young child is shaken forcibly. By providing information to parents and other caregivers on the dangers and alternative ways to cope with an infant’s crying, the incidence of the syndrome can be reduced. 

  • Tuesday, July 6th | 5:30-7PM

  • Saturday, August 7th | 9-10:30AM 

  • Tuesday, September 7th | 5:30-7PM

SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (CEU's available)
There are things that parents and caregivers can do to reduce the risk of a SIDS death. During this workshop you will learn more about SIDS and how to prevent it.

  • Tuesday, July 6th  | 7-8PM

  • Saturday, August 7th | 10:30-11:30AM

  • Tuesday, September 7th | 7-8PM

Orientation for County Child Care Certification
If you are interested in becoming a County Certified Child Care Professional in La Crosse County, Wisconsin you will need to attend one of the sessions below.

  • Tuesday, July 6th  | 8-8:30PM

  • Saturday, August 7th | 11:30AM-12PM 

  • Tuesday, September 7th | 8-8:30PM 

 

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Click here for more information on La Crosse's premier festival for families!
 



Special Services for parents and child care providers in the following Wisconsin counties:

 

  • Crawford
  • Grant
  • Iowa
  • Lafeyette
  • Richland
  • Vernon

Services include referrals to child care providers in your area along with technical assistance for child care providers and parents regarding child care.

Click here for more information.

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BUSINESS HOURS

La Crosse Office
Monday thru Thursday     8:30AM-5PM
Friday                               8:30AM-3PM
Closed first Thursday of each month.

Monroe County Offices
Monday thru Friday             8AM-4PM*
Closed first Thurdsay of each month.

*Hours can vary based on schedules

 
 

 

 

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Family Resources of La Crosse
1500 Green Bay Street • La Crosse, WI 54601
Phone: (608) 784-8125 or (800) 873-1768 •
Fax: (608) 796-0098

Family Resources of Sparta
201 E. Franklin St. • Sparta, WI 54656
Phone: (608) 269-3151 x 6116 •
Fax: (608) 366-3475

Family Resources of Tomah
310 W. Elizabeth Street • Tomah, WI 54660
Phone: (608) 374-4190 •
Fax: (608) 374-4190

   

Family Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce to serve families of all cultures, structures and abilities.
“An EEO/Affirmation Action employer, Family Resources provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. Requests for
reasonable accommodations for disabilities or limitations should be made prior to the date of the program or activity for which it is needed. Please make such requests as early as
possible by contacting Family Resources at (608) 784-8125 or (800) 873-1768 so proper arrangements can be made.”

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