Parent Connection To Host Upcoming Workshops

Parent Connection is sponsoring a series of parenting workshops led by area counselors including District Health Coordinator Judy Blanchard and Newtown Youth Services’ Life Skills Education Coordinator Roseanne Loring.

“Risk and Protective Factors: How is a child prone to risky behavior?” explores different ways that families can develop healthy home environments. Participants will learn how risk and protective factors are organized in different “domains,” including peer groups, family, school, and community. They will then identify how risk and protective factors relate to their own lives. While, for example, “lack of family management” can be a risk factor for families, having a network of relatives or friends in the neighborhood can be a protective one. The event will be held on Thursday, March 11, from 7:30 to 9 pm, facilitated by Judy Blanchard.

“Parenting 101: Tips to Maintain Your Sanity — Despite Your Child” discusses the all-important link of humor to skillful parenting. The event will be held on Tuesday, March 16, from 7:30 to 9 pm, facilitated by Roseanne Loring.

“How Parenting Can Encourage Self-Esteem” explores how families can help increase and sustain their children’s self-esteem, especially during the difficult years of adolescence. The event will be held on Thursday, April 1, from 7:30 to 9 pm, facilitated by Kim Scott, clinical director of the Family Counseling Center.

Fee for each workshop is $10 per person, $15 per couple. Proceeds will benefit the Parent Connection. Space is limited, registration required. Locations for all events will be announced. For more information, call NYS at 270-4335.