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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: Kids Free to Grow (York)3 Webhannet Pl.Unit 1Kennebunk, ME 04043Contact: Shannon Briggsshannonb@kidsfreetogrow.orghttp://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Nurturing Parenting: Community-Based Education
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 1/1/2025 End Date: 3/31/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Every Wednesday. This class has a rolling admissions, so you can join in on any week.
Time: 11am-12pm
Audience: Parents/caregivers of children of all ages.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit?pli=1
Additional Information: his parenting opportunity is designed to give parents tips and tricks to help navigate through the different challenges of parenting. Topics include: Nurturing Parenting, Brain Development, Communicating with Respect, Building Self Worth, Understanding Feelings, Family Morals and Values, Praising Children, Positive Discipline, and Dealing with Stress. This class is being held on Zoom.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org
Circle of Security
Council: Kids Free to Grow (York)
Start Date: 2/18/2025 End Date: 3/31/2025
Day(s) of the Week: Every Tuesday starting 2/18 and ending 4/1/25
Time: 9:30-10:30am
Audience: Parents of children 0-8.
In Person or Virtual: Zoom
Registration Required: Yes
Link to Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1grgB7vQgrQVz3gMRSs9Cea_r-jCaeqNgAoTp8LYxPwA/edit?pli=1
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. This class will be held on Zoom.
Contact: Shannon Briggs Phone: 207-985-5975
Website: http://www.kidsfreetogrow.org