Free In-Person and Online Help for Parents this Summer

 

This summer, parents and caregivers are invited to attend free in-person or virtual workshops and discussion groups hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency which will offer practical strategies to address common parenting challenges with children and teens.

The workshops and discussion groups will help participants identify their parenting goals, address behavioral problems, and promote healthy child development by using 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.  

In-person sessions will be held at 5:00 p.m. at Project Self-Sufficiency; pizza and childcare will be available to attendees at all in-person sessions. Those who attend six of the workshops will receive a $50 gift card.  

Sessions will address a wide range of topics, including:
•    Dealing with Disobedience, July 2nd, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom, and August 22nd, 5:00 p.m., in person.
•    Getting Teenagers to Cooperate, July 9th, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom.
•    The Power of Positive Parenting, July 11th, 5:00 p.m., in person.
•    Managing Fighting & Aggression, July 16th, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom.
•    Raising Resilient Children, July 18th, 5:00 p.m., in person.
•    Reducing Family Conflict with Teens, July 23rd, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom.
•    Raising Confident, Competent Children, July 25th, 5:00 p.m., in person.
•    Hassle-Free Mealtimes with Children, July 30th, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom, and August 29th, 5:00 p.m., in person.
•    Coping with Teenagers’ Emotions, August 6th, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom.
•    Hassle-Free Shopping with Children, August 8th, 5:00 p.m., in person and August 13th, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom.
•    Building Teenagers’ Survival Skills, August 20th, 7:00 p.m., via Zoom.
•    Developing Good Bedtime Routines, September 4th, 5:00 p.m., in person.

An additional workshop series, featuring the “Raising Safe Kids” curriculum developed by the American Psychological Association, will be offered via Zoom on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m., beginning June 25th.  This course is designed to teach effective parenting skills and prevent behavioral issues and violence. A certificate of completion is available.

“These programs will give parents, caregivers, and educators simple and practical strategies to help build strong, healthy relationships, confidently manage children’s behavior, manage their own anger, and reduce stress,” explains Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.

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

Get Tips for Dealing with Disobedience

 

Community members are invited to fine tune their parenting skills by attending a “Dealing with Disobedience” workshop hosted by the Project Sussex Kids General Council, Wednesday, June 19^th, 11:00 a.m., at Project Self-Sufficiency.  The discussion will highlight strategies from the Triple P Positive Parenting Program and is particularly designed for parents and those who work with parents of young children. Project Self-Sufficiency staff will also provide an update on Project Sussex Kids activities in the community.  The meeting is free and open to the public; advance registration is encouraged.  Interested participants are invited to call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to register.

Online Summer Parenting Classes Offered

 

Project Self-Sufficiency will offer virtual parenting workshops for parents with children of all ages, Tuesdays June 18^th – August 6^th, 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. 

Free Summer Day Camp for Kids

 

Children ages 4 – 10 are invited to participate in Project Vacation, Monday, July 15th – Friday, July 19th, 9:00 a.m. – noon, at Project Self-Sufficiency.  This year’s Project Vacation “What will I be When I Grow Up: Jobs in Our Community” will use fun activities, games, crafts, and special guest presentations to explore the varied responsibilities and careers available to today’s young people.  The program is free and open to the public, but space is limited, and advance registration is required.  Project Vacation will take place at Project Self-Sufficiency’s Community Education Center, which is located at 127 Mill Street in Newton.  Project Vacation is a program of the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency.  To register, or to find out more information about the summer activities for families at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500.  Additional information is available at www.projectselfsufficiency.org.