Parenting Classes*
“Parent Project: Changing Destructive Adolescent Behavior and Raising Difficult Children in a Difficult Word” (Kootenai County Juvenile Justice) Parent Project is a parenting skills program specifically created to help parents identify, prevent and intervene in the most destructive of adolescent behaviors. Learn how to: Improve your child's school attendance and performance; Identify and stop alcohol, drug, and gang involvement; and, Stop unwanted or out-of-control behavior. Using ethical principles, the curriculum offers practical, no nonsense solutions to the issues parents face today. Classes are Wednesdays, 9/15 to 12/1, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Kootenai County Admin. Building, 451 Government Way, Mtg. Room 1B, Cd'A. Register by calling Juvenile Diversion, (208) 446-1970. Consumable class workbook $22, no charge for class.
“Becoming a Love and Logic Parent (for parenting kids of all ages)” (ICARE) Has your child ever had a "melt down" in the grocery store, and you've found yourself thinking, "There's got to be a better way?" Is getting your kids ready for school in the morning a fight? Is getting your kids to bed an exercise in frustration? Love and Logic is a fun and logical approach to parenting, and it really works. Classes are Saturdays, 10/16 and 10/23, at the Church of the Nazarene, 4000 N. 4th St., Cd'A. Class cost is $25 and includes a parent notebook. Childcare is provided for ages 2 and up. Snacks are also provided. Class size is limited. Register by calling ICARE (208) 676-1515.
“Circle of Parents” (ICARE) Join us for a parent-let self-help group where parents and caregivers can share ideas, celebrate successes, and address the challenges surrounding parenting. Bring a friend for adult conversation, and bring your children for social interaction! Classes are Friday's 9/17, 10/8, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3 and 12/17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Post Falls Head Start, 106 W. 9th St., Post Falls. Register by calling Taryn at ICARE (208) 676-1515, Ext. 314.
“Parent Discussion Group for Parents of Teens with Asperger's” (Panhandle Autism Society) Steve Allen will lead a discussion based on the book Quirky, Yes. Hopeless No. by Cynthina Le Brie Norall. Classes 1st Friday of the month. Call for more information (208) 704-3698.
“Parent in the 21st Century” (NAMI) For families who have children with mental health needs. Meet other parents, discuss resources in your community, solve issues, connect with others in a safe, confidential environment. Classes 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the United Way Conference Room, 501 Lakeside, Cd'A. For information: (208) 682-6204 or email.
Real Life Ministries Classes:
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*Please note: The above postings are offered as informational only.
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