Courageous Parenting Series
Courageous Parenting Series: Navigating The Elementary Ages
DETAILS
​Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Cornerstone of Hope Lima
Cost: $10 per family
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FEBRUARY SESSION: BIG Emotions & BIG Behavior
*Parent/Caregiver Group and Children’s Group will meet at the same time
Parenting is not for the faint of heart. To parent children through big emotions and big behaviors requires immense courage. This workshop has a group for parents/caregivers and a group for children that will meet at the same time. Parents/caregivers will be equipped with practical strategies to effectively de-escalate challenging situations for their child and gain tools for healthy communication. At the same time, children will learn how to identify their feelings, regulate their emotions, and make healthier choices.
Parent/Caregivers Group will:
· Learn Neuroscience Behind Emotions
· Acquire Effective Communication Techniques
· Gain Practical De-escalation Strategies
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Children’s Group will:
· Identify their Emotions
· Communicate their Needs Effectively
· Learn Several Coping Skills for Regulation
Courageous Parenting Series: Navigating The Elementary Ages
DETAILS
​Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Cornerstone of Hope Lima
Cost: $10 per family
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MAY SESSION: Childhood Anxiety & Depression
*Parent/Caregiver Only
This workshop is designed for parents and caregivers of children who struggle with anxiety and depression. Learn how to identify signs, foster open communication, and provide effective support for your child's mental health journey.
Workshop Highlights:
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Understanding childhood anxiety and depression
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Tools for fostering open dialogue with your child
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Key strategies for managing emotional health at home
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Building resilience in your child
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How and when to seek professional support
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Courageous Parenting Series:
Navigating The Teenage Years
DETAILS
Winter Session Option
Tuesdays, January 28-Febraury 25
4:30-6:00PM
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Spring Session Option
Tuesdays, March 18-April 15
​4:30-6:00PM
Location for both sessions:
A.C.C.E.S.S. Center | 528 W. Market St. Lima | Suite 200
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Cost: FREE
Parenting adolescents is not for the faint of heart! Parenting well and raising young people requires amazing courage! Cornerstone is honored to equip both parents and middle/high school youth with practical tools and techniques to better navigate these often rocky years of change and growth.
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Topics covered:
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Developmental Norms and Brain Changes during Adolescence
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De-Escalation Training
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“Emotional Wincing” as a Means of Hearing and Connecting
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Identifying Core Needs/Build Healthy Identity (strengths, passions, interests, values, etc)
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Steps to Develop Positive Character
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Healthy Boundaries
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Resilience and Growth Mindset
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Utilizing Courage-Doing what they NEED
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The format for this 5-week program will run as follows:
o Week 1 and 2: Parents only
o Week 3 and 4: Youth only
o Week 5: Parents & Youth attend together