Classes and workshop focus on engaging the cooperation of children, through positive and effective communication techniques and providing parents with information to address concerns specific to their family.

“Parenting in Real Life”

This 5-session parenting workshop, co-sponsored by the Mental Health Association of Rockland,  will encourage parents to explore practical strategies for gaining positive behavior change in your children of any age.  Workshop sessions will go over setting goals, helping our children and ourselves manage stress, manage anger and find practical solutions to everyday issues.  Session three will teach parents how to use behavioral analysis techniques.

Thematic Children’s groups will provide enriching and fun activities for the children.

No Fee.  Although a $10 donation is appreciated to help cover costs.  Light refreshments will be served.

Starts, THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd, 6:45 - 8:15pm.

Rockland Parent-Child Center, 137 First Avenue, Nyack. (across from Grace Episcopal Church)

Parents Group Leader: Michael Wagner, LMSW, (Director of Permanency Planning for Children’s Aid Society)

Children’s Group Leader: Andrea Waronker, LCSW (Private Practitioner)

CALL 845-358-2702 ext 12 to register.

“Strengthening Families”

Prepare for the adolescent years!  Join other parents in learning about effective communication and ways to promote healthy relations and avoid future problems with your tween or teen (age 10-14).  Young people in 5th grade entering middle school in the fall are encouraged to participate.  Parents attend WITH their children for 6 sessions; some class time is parents only and kids only groups, then all come together to share what they’ve learned.  Childcare and Dinner provided every week!  This group is provided FREE to the community.

Classes will take place at Nyack Middle School, 98 S. Highland Avenue, Nyack.

Spring Session has been postponed to the Fall due to scheduling.

Anticipated Start date October 1st, 2009

In collaboration with: Nyack Middle School Family Resource Center and Nyack Center

Sponsored by: C.A.N.D.L.E. and United WAy of Rockland County

Contact: Lisa Retallack, 353-7214  (Nyack Middle School Family Resource Center) to register.  Minimum registration required to run the class.  Please call today if you are interested.

1,2,3,4 Parenting! - Early Childhood

A 3-week, intensive course for Parents of Toddlers & Preschoolers. Learn strategies and skills that enhance and reinforce your parenting style. Topics include presenting appropriate options, strengthening the parent-child bond, teaching responsibilities through logical consequences, and more. Fees: $95 non-members; $85 members.  $15 materials fee.  10% off spouse/partner. Call 845-358-2702 to register.

Scholarships/sliding scale available.

Visit activeparenting.com or healthyfamilyparenting.com.

Active Parenting NOW - School age 5 and up

Three-week, intensive, course for parents of children of school age, 5 and up.  Learn strategies and skills that enhance and reinforce your parenting style and make dramatic changes to improve your relationship with your children. Topics include presenting appropriate options, strengthening the parent-child bond, teaching responsibilities through logical consequences, and more. Fees: $95 non-members; $85 members.  $15 materials fee.  10% off spouse/partner.

Scholarships/sliding scale available.  Call 845-358-2702 to register.

Visit activeparenting.com or healthyfamilyparenting.com.

Mothering Workshop

Join other mothers in our cozy meeting room for a 5-week program that will explore issues that impact mothers with children at ALL stages of growth and development. Sessions include “letting go”, setting appropriate limits, managing family stress, and more. Kick back, connect with other mothers and gain insight into this challenging role of your life! Fees: $120 members, $150 non-members. Scholarships / Sliding Scale available. CALL 845-358-2702 for more information or to register.