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.

NEW: Effective January 1, 2010 there will be a $10 charge to receive a CEU certificate. 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

4-H: It's Not Just Cows and Cooking!
Thursday, January 28th | 6-7:30 PM | NO CEU’s
You may know about 4-H from the County Fair or think of it as an organization for “farm kids.” In 4-H, young people make new friends, develop new skills, become leaders and help shape their communities. 4-H is open to all youth, grades K-13, no matter where they live. 4-H gives youth a chance to pursue their own interests from photography to computers, from building rockets to raising sheep. They go places—to camp, to state and national conferences, even to other countries on 4-H exchange programs. They learn to be leaders and active citizens. Learn more about 4-H and the opportunities for your child in your community. Presented by: Bob Matysik, 4-H and Youth Agent

Nurturing Your Spirited Child
Thursday, February 25th | 6-7:30 PM | CEU’s available - $10
The key word that distinguishes spirited children from other children is “more” - more intense, more persistent, more sensitive, and more uncomfortable with change. The spirited child can easily overwhelm parents, leaving them feeling frustrated and ineffective. This workshop will help parents to understand temperamental traits, identify cues leading up to challenging behavior, cope with tantrums and blow-ups when they do occur, and develop strategies for reducing or eliminating power struggles. Presented by: Lisa Metz-Belzer, Parent Educator—Family Resources

Good Nutrition...Pleasing Even the Pickiest Eaters
Thursday, March 25th | 6-7:30 PM | CEU’s available - $10
Does your toddler turn up his nose at the site of broccoli? Do you suspect that your family dog is “helping” your teenager eat her casserole? Getting children and adults of all ages to eat nutritious foods can be challenging! Join Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program Coordinators as they share tips, meal ideas and suggestions for adding vegetables or other foods to familiar dishes. This will pump up the nutrition without deflating the taste. Participants from past workshops can tell you that the ideas shared by WNEP are delicious, easy to make and inexpensive. Yummy food samples to be provided and spur you on in your own kitchen! Presented by: Sheila Harding, WNEP Coordinator
 

Child Care Workshops

Child care is NOT available for these workshops
 

Make A Difference In the Life Of A Child                  
Thursday, February 11th | 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

CPR/AED Training
Monday, February 22nd | 6-9PM | CEU’s Available
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: Nancy Meyers & Lois Fredrick, Family Resources

Building Relationships With Families
Saturday, February 27th | 9AM-Noon | CEU’s Available (included in $20 training fee)
This training offers real strategies that will strengthen your relationships with the families in your care and at the same time will help parents recognize you as a professional and not the "babysitter". Due to changes in funding, this training will have a fee of $20.00. The fee must be paid at the time of registration for the training and is non-refundable. A registry certificate is included at no cost. Space is limited so register early!
Presented by: Barbara Hopkins, Nancy Meyers, and Audra Wieser - Family Resources

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 - $10)
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, January 5th | 5:30-7PM

• Saturday, February 6th | 9-10:30AM 

• Tuesday, March 2nd | 5:30-7PM

SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (CEU's available - $10)
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, January 5th | 7-8PM

• Saturday, February 6th | 10:30-11:30AM 

• Tuesday, March 2nd | 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, January 5th | 8-8:30PM

• Saturday, February 6th | 11:30AM-12PM 

• Tuesday, March 2nd | 8-8:30PM

PLAY GROUPS     WORKSHOPS     CLASSES AND PROGRAMS
 

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.”