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

Make Parenting A Breeze!
Thursday, April 14th | 6-7:30 PM | NO CEU’s
This workshop will take you through an interactive, high energy thrill ride teaching about the techniques and importance of being an empathetic and effective parent. Chris Peterson takes a unique spin on many of the strategies found in Parenting with Love and Logic. Come ready to learn, interact and realize that parenting is a continuous journey.
Presented by: Chris Peterson, Education Consultant

Toddlers...You've Got To Love Them!
Thursday, April 29th | 9:30-11AM | NO CEU’s
Sometimes it’s challenging to motivate a two-year old’s cooperation—or understand why toddlers act the way they do. Here’s your chance to explore your two-year old...triggers that can set off tantrums, ways to avoid them, and what a toddler needs most. Bring your concerns along and leave with ways to enjoy your toddler in all his or her glory!
Presented by: Fran Swift, Parent Educator—Family Resources

Make and Take Meals
Thursday, June 3rd | 6-7:30 PM | NO CEU’s
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, May 13th | 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, April 5th | 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 Resources

Cultural Competence
Wednesday, May 13th | 6-9PM | $20 Fee (CEU's included in cost) | CESA #4 (923 E. Garland St., West Salem)
Cultural competence refers to a set of skills that allow individuals and organizations to increase their understanding and appreciation of cultural differences within, among, and between groups. This requires a willingness to draw on community-based values, traditions, and customs and to work with knowledgeable persons of and from the community in developing efforts, communications, and services. A culturally competent program is one that demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of cultural differences in program design, implementation, and reflection. In this workshop, participants will learn:

More about the meaning of cultural competence
How environments send messages about culture to staff, children, parents, and community
How staff and team development are a resource for building cultural competence
How service delivery to parents and children can be made more culturally competent

The training fee must be paid at the time of registration and is non-refundable. Space is limited so register early!
Presented by: Lilly Irvin-Vitela, Executive Director of Supporting Families Together Association, SFTA

In partnership with CESA #4

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.

Saturday, April 10th | 9-10:30AM
Tuesday, May 4th | 5:30-7PM
Saturday, June 5th | 9-10:30AM

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.

Saturday, April 10th | 10:30-11:30AM
Tuesday, May 4th | 7-8PM
Saturday, June 5th | 10:30-11:30AM

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.

Saturday, April 10th | 11:30AM-12PM
Tuesday, May 4th | 8-8:30PM
Saturday, June 5th | 11:30AM-12PM

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