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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 ParkwayBath, ME 04530Contact: Dawn Flaggdawn.flagg@mmcacorp.orghttp://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