Students will learn the difference between use, abuse and dependence, which substances are more likely to lead to dependence, as well as the short and long term effects of alcohol and those substances. Student will also learn healthier ways to cope.

This workshop will provide information on how to communicate with your teenager. There is often a disconnect once children hit a certain age, right? They no longer want to engage with you or you find themselves isolating form you. This group will provide communication skills and tactics on how to bridge that communication gap. We will learn what to say, what not to say and discuss the impacts of how certain responses, tones, and words can affect our relationships.

This workshop will provide information on what anxiety looks like and feels like. It will include information on symptoms, coping skills and what to do when we feel anxious using techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Resources will be provided on local counseling services for anxiety. It will also be a discussion-based group, so it will give group members a chance to discuss how anxiety has affected them and how they cope to get through each day.

You have told them ten times with no respectful response. You are at the end of your conversational rope. You are ready to give up, give in, and give them over as you feel distance grow between you. Quality time is of little interest to you. Learn the most effective ways to get your point across without permanently damaging your parent-teen relationship. Learn effective communication, healthy conflict, and better ways to express yourself.

This is a two-hour presentation to help you get on the road to a loving healthy parent-teen relationship.

Teens bring your parents…Parents bring your teens! You don’t want to miss this!

Cost: $25 per person

Group discounts available: Groups with 3 or more $20 per person, Group of six or more $15 per person

Light Refreshments & gifts

All participants must register

Drug and alcohol addiction affect the whole family. During this hour-long presentation we will answer questions about addiction, outline the symptoms of substance abuse and withdrawal, discuss different types of treatment, and offer resources for those seeking treatment. This session is appropriate for those struggling with addiction and their families. Addiction hurts, but there is hope and there is help. Please join us on this step of your journey.

Friday March 13th.  

6:30-7:30pm