Friday, March 15, 2024

Online Parenting Classes Offered this Spring

 

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Project Self-Sufficiency will offer virtual parenting workshops for parents with children of all ages, Tuesdays April 9th – May 28th, 6:00 p.m.  Participants will learn how to build positive parenting skills, prevent behavioral problems, and encourage effective anger management.  The parenting classes offered by Project Self-Sufficiency follow the ACT Raising Safe Kids Program developed by the American Psychological Association which aims to educate parents and other adults who raise and care for young children about creating environments which protect them from violence.  Classes are co-sponsored by the Journey Family Success Center and Project Sussex Kids, the Sussex County Council for Young Children.  The sessions are free and open to the public; interested participants are invited to call 973-940-3500 for log-in details.

 

“The ACT Raising Safe Kids curriculum is based on the premise that effective parenting is an important factor in preventing behavioral issues and violence,” explains Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.  “We are delighted to continue offering these innovative parenting courses to the general public.”

 

To register for the free parenting workshops, to discuss your parenting needs, or to find out more about other programs and services available at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500. 

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Free Discussion Groups Address Common Parenting Challenges

 

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Parents and caregivers are invited to attend free discussion groups designed to address common parenting challenges, including aggression, discipline, potty-training, screen time, and bedtime routines.  Sessions will be offered at Project Self-Sufficiency, at 5:30 p.m., April 3rd, 10th, 17th and 23rd. Pizza and childcare will be available to attendees. Those who attend two of the discussion groups will receive a $25 gift card; attendees at three events will receive a $50 gift card.  

 

The discussion groups are a component of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program, a comprehensive education initiative targeted to parents, healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers of infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. Additional workshops on a variety of topics are offered at Project Self-Sufficiency and at select locations in Sussex and Warren Counties.

 

“The Triple P program gives parents, caregivers, and educators simple and practical strategies to help build strong, healthy relationships and confidently manage children’s behavior,” explains Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.

 

Interested participants are invited to call Project Self-Sufficiency, 973-940-3500, or register online, www.projectselfsufficiency.org.

 

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Parents Needed for Sussex County Advisory Board

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Local parents are invited to attend an information session about the Journey Family Success Center Parent Advisory Board at Project Self-Sufficiency, Tuesday, March 26th, 5:00 p.m.  Organizers are seeking input from families regarding area services, parenting challenges and concerns, and ideas for upcoming events. Family Success Center staff will highlight ways the agency can address issues facing local parents and incorporate feedback into future programs.  Dinner and childcare will be provided for those in attendance.  Advance registration is encouraged.

 

“Input from parents is crucial to the success of the Family Success Center and we are excited about offering residents the opportunity to meet area providers, express their concerns about gaps in services, and identify strategies for moving forward,” remarked Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.  “The Family Success Center has supported Sussex County parents and children for many years.  Expanding the Parent Advisory Board will allow us to further respond to the needs of area families and incorporate their feedback into existing and new programs for the community.”

 

Project Self-Sufficiency is located at 127 Mill Street in Newton.  For information about the Parent Advisory Board, or to find out more about any of the programs sponsored by the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500 or visit www.journeyfsc.org.