Cuesta College Foster and Kinship Care Education Program Workshops – May 2012 Free Workshops

Wed., May 2 “Foster Parent Information Orientation, SLO” – Arya Jones 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This is an orientation for those who are interested in becoming foster parents or adoptive parents. DSS, 3433 South Higuera Street, Room 115, SLO RSVP by Apr. 25th

Thurs., May 3 “Who’s Who” - Holly Prieto 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Who are the professionals in your life and what do they do? What questions to ask which person? DSS, 406 Spring Street, Paso Robles RSVP by Apr. 26th

Fri., May 4 “Taking It Home” – Kristi Augusta & Mimi Feliciano Hix 9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. A survival tool kit for parents; coping strategies for dealing with stress, and creating structure in your home. 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Ste. B, SLO (Street parking available on El Tigre Court. Please park on the street.) RSVP by Apr. 26th

Wed, May 9 “Pre-Placement Self Assessment for the Caregiver” – Kristi Augusta & Mimi Feliciano Hix 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Identifying what you and your family can handle. 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Ste. B, SLO (Street parking available on El Tigre Court. Please park on the street.) RSVP by May 2nd

Wed., May 10 “OFR Basics” – Judy Walters 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Caring for medically fragile infants and children. The effects of prenatal drugs and alcohol on the child. DSS, 3433 South Higuera Street, Room 356, SLO RSVP by Apr. 25th

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Wednesday’s “Successfully Parenting At-Risk Kids (SPARK) & Scream Free” – Stephanie Wilson May 9, 16, 23, 30 & Classes will provide information about many topics including; the importance of June 6, 13 nurturing a strong bond between caregiver & infant; how to hold a low threshold infant; 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. effective positive discipline styles & helping your school age child succeed. This workshop series will also focus on strategies to avoid emotional reactivity and to promote positive family relationships and how to parent children with specific behavioral issues. North County location, call Mimi for location RSVP by May 2nd

Thurs., May 17 “OFR Basics” –Stephanie Wilson 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Caring for medically fragile infants and children. The effects of prenatal drugs and alcohol on the child. DSS, 3433 South Higuera Street, Room 356, SLO RSVP by May 10th

Fri., May 18 “Partnering with Birthparents” – Kristi Augusta & Mimi Feliciano Hix 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Gain a better understanding of the importance of children's positive connections with their birth family 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Ste. B, SLO (Street parking available on El Tigre Court. Please park on the street.) RSVP by May 11th

Thurs., May 24 “OFR Basics” – Stephanie Wilson 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Caring for medically fragile infants and children. The effects of prenatal drugs and alcohol on the child. DSS, 3433 South Higuera Street, Room 356, SLO RSVP by May 17th

Fri., May 25 “First Aid/CPR – Adult/Child/Infant” – Bill Pucciarelli 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. $29.00 for the First Aid card - payable to the American Red Cross. Bring your lunch 11545 Los Osos Valley Road , Suite B-2, SLO RSVP by May 18th

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Fri., May 25 “The Screening Room” – Kristi Augusta & Mimi Feliciano Hix 6:00 -8:00 p.m. This is an interactive workshop for adults. Please call Mimi for the title. Feel free to bring a snack to share with others. 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Ste. B, SLO (Street parking available on El Tigre Court. Please park on the street.) RSVP by May 18th

Tues., May 29 “Book Discussion Group” – Kristi Augusta & Mimi Feliciano Hix 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. This is an interactive dissusion workshop for adults. This month’s book is “Mango Shaped Space” by Wendy Mass. Contact Mimi to receive a copy of the book. Feel free to bring a snack to share with others. 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Ste. B, SLO (Street parking available on El Tigre Court. Please park on the street.) RSVP by May 22nd

Wed., May 30 “Prudent Parenting” – Kristi Augusta & Mimi Feliciano Hix 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. A review of the current Prudent Parent standards. 11573 Los Osos Valley Rd., Ste. B, SLO (Street parking available on El Tigre Court. Please park on the street.) RSVP by May 23rd

Priority will be given to Foster or Adoptive Parents, Kinship Care Givers. Please specify your category at the time of your call plus your first name, last name and phone number . Workshops may be cancelled due to lack of attendance.

Reserve your space NOW! Call Mimi at FKCE, 546-3156

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