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SUMMARY:Kuumba Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Black Identifying Children and Youth\n\n\nFacilitators: Chantel Simm and Onika Haywood \nParent Support Group for parents of black identifying children and youth. \nBi-weekly Virtual Group (4 sessions) – Open to residents of York Region and South Simcoe \nIn our group you’ll join other parents and caregivers of Black\, African and Caribbean (BAC)children and youth in an open and  respectful space where we talk about real-life challenges and experiences. Led by the Kuumba black therapist team\, this group focuses on: \n\nRaising confident and resilient black children at home and school. \nManaging stress and avoiding burnout for both you and your child. \nSetting boundaries and fostering positive discipline (for both non and neurodivergent children) \nand more…\n\nWe know that our culture\, values\, and identity shape how you see the world – and we honour that. Join this group with other parents and caregivers to connect\, share experiences and gain tools to support your parenting journey.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/kuumba-parent-support-group/
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviours (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviours\n\n\nPresented by: Danielle St. John  and Tara Goldman (Child and Family Therapists) \nUnderstanding challenging behaviours and where they stem from is the first step to being able to better manage them. This workshop is for parents/caregivers of youth 12 years and older\, and will focus on how behaviours function in a teen’s brain. We will discuss and demonstrate the use of tools/strategies to manage challenging behaviours\, and how to improve parent/teen relationships.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/understanding-and-managing-challenging-behaviours-fall/
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SUMMARY:Many Faces of Anxiety (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Many Faces of Anxiety – Understanding and supporting children who live with worry\n\n\nPresented by: Amy Epstein and Kritika Mehta (Child and Family Therapists) \nThe goal of this workshop is to provide valuable information to support caregivers of children and adolescents who experience anxiety. Topics include: Understanding different types of anxiety\, causes\, how the mind and brain are connected\, coping strategies for caregivers; and what caregivers can do to help.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/many-faces-of-anxiety-fall/
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SUMMARY:Supporting Communication Challenges in Autism Spectrum Disorder (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Supporting Communication Challenges in Autism Spectrum Disorder\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker (Autism Consultant) \nThis seminar will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the expressive & receptive communication challenges faced by children & youth across the Autism Spectrum. Effective communication systems for nonverbal children and techniques for enhancing communication skills for verbal individuals will be provided.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/supporting-communication-challenges-in-autism-spectrum-disorder-fall/
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SUMMARY:Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Disorder (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Unwrapping the Gifts of a Distracted Mind – Part 3  Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Disorder\n\n\nPresented by: Tracey Butt and Shannon Miller (PATH Program) \nThree-part series on ADHD \n \n“Unwrapping the gifts of a distracted mind” a series of webinars to help you better understand the person you love. The more you know\, the better able you will be equipped to build on the strengths and unique traits\, as well as tackle areas of challenge or lagging skills in your child or adolescent. \nPart 3 – Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Disorder. Do you find yourself wavering on what to do in a given situation\, and reverting back to extremes? This webinar will help bring back the balance of understanding and parenting from an attuned perspective.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/parenting-a-child-with-attention-deficit-disorder-fall/
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SUMMARY:Speak Up! Advocating For Your Child And Your Family At York Hills (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Speak Up! Advocating For Your Child And Your Family At York Hills\n\n\nPresented by: Family Advisory Committee and York Hills \nHave you ever wanted to ask a question but been unsure if it was a good idea? Have you wanted to speak up and challenge something within York Hills or the children’s mental health system but are just not sure what to say? In this webinar\, co-developed by our Family Advisory Members and York Hills staff\, we will discuss your rights and give practical tips and guidance around advocating for the experience that you feel that you need.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/speak-up-advocating-for-your-child-and-your-family-at-york-hills-fall/
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