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Dates and times subject to change. Contact your local Council to confirm the event details.

Please contact the Prevention Council for more information on upcoming events:
Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)
34 Wing Farm Parkway
Bath, ME 04530
Contact: Dawn Flagg
dawn.flagg@mmcacorp.org
http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Empowering Families: Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 10/23/2023    End Date: 12/11/2023

Day(s) of the Week: Mondays

Time: 6-8PM

Audience: Parents and caregivers with LGBTQ+ Youth

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://bit.ly/462b9Gx

Additional Information: This workshop combines concepts/topics from evidence-based parenting programs with information on topics related to supporting LGBTQ+ youth. By creating a supportive & inclusive environment, families are able to explore how they can support their LGBTQ+ child to flourish and be their authentic selves, while maintaining strong family connections. Topics include: Understanding temperament & attachment Building self-worth & self-esteem Positive discipline How to support your LGBTQ+ child Advocating for your LGBTQ+ child Gender identity & pronouns Identifying & meeting your needs, and more.

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Active Parenting- Teens (ages 12+)

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 11/7/2023    End Date: 12/12/2023

Day(s) of the Week: Tuesdays

Time: 6-8PM

Audience: Parents and caregivers with tweens and teens

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcld-mhrTsvG9B5GP0WAB-S2Vttnq73Q_6I

Additional Information: Active Parenting: Tweens & Teens will give you the guidance and support you need to turn the challenges of raising a teenager into opportunities of growth. You'll learn: Methods of respectful discipline Skills for clear, honest communication Concrete strategies to prevent risky behavior How to be encouraging to your children Insight into important issues such as teens online, bullying, and depression How to handle sensitive issues such as drugs, sexuality, and violence

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Protective Factors

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 12/4/2023   

Day(s) of the Week: Monday

Time: 2-4 PM

Audience: Providers who work with children

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcuCtpzMiHtYFUJV0_0iinl5irMijRIVc

Additional Information: This program supports professionals who provide services to families. Identify ways in which your organization is already supporting the development of protective factors in families, and consider how you can increase capacity to build protective factors. Protective Factors are conditions in families, communities, and organizations that, when present, increase the health and well-being of children and families. This training can provide .1 CEU

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Safe Sleep

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 12/6/2023   

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday

Time: 9-11 am

Audience: Sagadahoc professionals

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtcO6vrTgpGNTCTkWtZ_lQaRb2i9xCoK6f

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Purple Crying

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 12/6/2023   

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesday

Time: 9-11 am

Audience: Sagadahoc professionals

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtcO6vrTgpGNTCTkWtZ_lQaRb2i9xCoK6f

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Active Parenting- Crossroads (Co-Parenting)

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 1/31/2024    End Date: 2/14/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Wednesdays

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Town: varied

Audience: Sagadahoc County parents and caregivers

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctf-qoqj0vHtcCkZ1sSE9_M6759FR4cTCH

Additional Information: Parenting Apart: Effective Co-Parenting is for parents and caregivers who are divorced or separated. It will help you become aware of how your actions affect your child while providing you with the skills to maintain a child-focused relationship with your co-parent. YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO: Keep your child out of the middle Allow your child to love both parents Work on your own recovery Develop new communication skills Create a positive new relationship as co-parents

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org


Circle of Security

Council: Midcoast Maine Community Action Program (Sagadahoc)

Start Date: 2/26/2024    End Date: 4/22/2024

Day(s) of the Week: Mondays

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Town: varied

Audience: Sagadahoc County parents and caregivers

In Person or Virtual: Zoom

Registration Required: Yes

Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctf-qoqj0vHtcCkZ1sSE9_M6759FR4cTCH

Additional Information: At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. Circle of Security will help you: Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read emotional needs Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions Enhance the development of your child's self esteem Honor the innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure

Contact: Dawn Flagg   Phone: 207-442-7963 x230

Website: http://www.midcoastmainecommunityaction.org