ASK THE PARENT COACH (805) 904-1411 OR info@sloparents.org
Are you tired of yelling and nagging at your children? Do you want to find a more positive way to parent? Do you want an approach that teaches important life skills and develops healthy self confidence in your children? Then call or email the Parent Coach today. If you are a parent who is looking for insight into troubling childhood and teen behavior, contacting the parent coach will help you find solutions to every day parenting problems. If you have concerns with temper tantrums, learning to set limits, handling disagreements or getting your children to do chores and accept responsibilities, then don’t put off contacting the parent coach today!
(805) 904-1411
info@sloparents.org
Read more about our Parent Coach, Bill Spencer
Linea de telephono confidencial para padres (805) 462-7135
Parent Coach-Jackie Garza
ACTIVE PARENTING (TEENS), THE LINK
Active Parenting Flyer
This program, designed for parents/caregivers who have teenagers and pre-teens, will give you the guidance and support you need to turn the challenges of raising a teenager into opportunities for growth.
You will learn: discipline methods that foster cooperation, skills for communicating more effectively, ways to build your child’s self-esteem, and how to talk with your child about serious topics (tobacco, alcohol and other addictive substances).
Facilitated by Sharon Lovelady.
DATES: Mondays, starting April 16th (4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21)
TIME: 5:30-8:30p.m.
LOCATION: The LINK Family Resource Center, 6500 Morro Road, Suite A, Atascadero
COST: $10.00 for the workbook, scholarships are available
REGISTER: Contact Mary at (805) 466-5404
ALPHA PREGNANCY AND PARENTING SUPPORT CLASSES
Baby Steps: Promoting Healthy Beginnings
Baby Steps is a peer-led educational program that provides a safe environment for pregnant and first-time mothers to discuss topics regarding pregnancy and parenting. The course encourages partners to attend and learn more about their transition into parenthood.
Baby Steps is a free 7 week course meeting every Thursday from 3:30-5pm at the Alpha office: 11549 Los Osos Valley Rd, Suite 104, San Luis Obispo, 93405. All classes are free to attend, but reservations are required. Children are encouraged to attend. Call 805-541-3367 or email info@sloalpha.org to reserve space.
Baby Proofing Your Home
Baby-proofing your home is one of the most important things you can do for your newborn. In this class facilitated by retired Health Education Assistant at the San Luis Obispo County Health Dept., you will learn standard safety precautions and tips to create a child-safe home. Put safety first, make your own checklist for new parents.
Classes are offered on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 12:30. Classes are free to attend, but reservations are required. Childcare is available by reservation. Call 805-541-3367 or email info@sloalpha.org to reserve space.
Budgeting for Baby
Are you concerned about how you will afford the extra expenses of an additional family member? We are here to help. Families of all educational levels are invited to meet with a specialist to learn how to manage your money better. Topics covered may range from creating a budget and opening a bank account, to creating a savings plan, getting out of debt, filing your taxes, setting goals and creating a sustainable fiscal plan.
For additional information and meeting times, please contact the Alpha office at 805-541-3367 or email info@sloalpha.org.
Peer support group for Latina women
Facilitated by a culturally competent Alpha staff member, this group meets to discuss pregnancy, parenting, and life stressors in the Hispanic cultural context. We share our experiences and use them as learning opportunities for ourselves and others. Join us as we chat, make friends, and help each other through the process of motherhood.
This group meets in Atascadero from 6-7pm at the Community Link, 6500 A Morro Road, Atascadero. Call the Alpha office for more information 805-541-3367. Groups are free to attend, no reservation is necessary.
Alpha’s, free and confidential, bilingual services include: pregnancy/parenting groups, pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, maternity and infant clothing, formula, diapers, infant equipment (cribs, etc.).
Contact Alpha at 805-541-3367
http://www.sloalpha.org/
ALPHA PREGNANCY & PARENTING SUPPORT (NORTH COUNTY SATELLITE OFFICE)
Confidential and nonjudgmental pregnancy and parenting support. Free, bilingual services include: pregnancy/parenting groups, pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, maternity and infant clothing, formula, diapers, infant equipment (cribs, etc.).
DATES: 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month (appointments are available)
TIME: 10:30am-1:30pm
LOCATION: THE LINK, 6500A Morro Road, Atascadero
TUITION: All services are free
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: pregnant or parenting an infant one year old or younger
CONTACT: Jen Miller 541-3367, Se habla Español
http://www.sloalpha.org/
Alpha Brochure English
Alpha Brochure Spanish
CELEBRATING FAMILIES!, DRUG & ALCOHOL SERVICES
CF Application
Celebrating Families, a 16-week program for the whole family, provides a free family style dinner as well as family education sessions in order to create a successful and healthy family environment. Celebrating Families aims to help families impacted by substance abuse and drug dependence by giving families the skills they need to foster a healthy and effective family unit.
DATES: Call for start date
TIME: Call for class details
LOCATION: TBA
COST: free
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Designed for families impacted by substance abuse, with children ages newborn to 17.
CONTACT: Jamie Stuart (805) 788-2062 or Betty Gillespie (805) 781-4708
FAMILY TIES RELATIVE CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP, KINSHIP CENTER
These groups offer a great opportunity to meet other relative caregivers, share ideas and get information!
DATES: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month
TIME: 6:00-8:00p.m.
Potluck dinner-Family Ties will provide the main dish & beverages.
LOCATION: Kinship Center, Family Ties office (75 North Main Street, Templeton)
TUITION: free, with recreation for children provided
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Caregiver must live in SLO County and child’s primary residence is with the relative caregiver. Family Ties is a voluntary program
CONTACT: RSVP a must! Call 434-2126 (Marta Nielsen, Program Coordinator, at ext. 30)
FOR OTHER FREE FAMILY TIES SERVICES: legal assistance, parent education, case management, recreational events, referral and information, or counseling-call 434-2126 to set-up an intake appointment.
http://www.kinshipcenter.org/
GRANDPARENTS’ NETWORK AND SUPPORT GROUP-NORTH COUNTY
We are a grassroots organization created to assist grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. Resource information and discussion based on experience of those who are presently raising their grandchildren.
DATES: 1st Thursday of the month (no meeting in July or August)
TIME: 10:00a.m.
LOCATION: Centennial Park, Paso Robles
TUITION: free
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: any grandparent raising grandchildren, also open to foster grandparents
CONTACT: Tom Reed (805) 237-2732 or Christina Hatch @ 237-4086
teapad@charter.net
KINSHIP CENTER-TEMPLETON
Kinship Center San Luis Obispo County Program Center
71 Main Street
Templeton, CA 93465
(805) 434-2449
http://www.kinshipcenter.org/mental-health/service-locations/san-luis-obispo-county.html
MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP, FACILITATED BY JULIE STOWASSER
There is still room in this remarkable group of men who have banded together in camaraderie, humor, support and reality checking. We explore our relationships-parenting, families, assertiveness, boundaries, love, violence and anything else we want.
Our group is facilitated by Julie Stowasser, M.S., LMFT who has more than 10 years experience leading, teaching, and challenging group members to be their best and most authentic selves.
DATES: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month
TIME: 5:30PM – 7:00PM
LOCATION: Calm Clear and Connected Counseling Center at 7528 Morro Road, Atascadero
TUITION: $35 each group
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: free initial interview with group facilitator is required
CONTACT: Julie Stowasser, M.S., LMFT at 466-4681, www.CalmClearAndConnected.com
MOMMIES OF NORTH COUNTY
Mommies of North County is a group of mothers who gather weekly to play, learn, and meet new friends in many North County locations. We enjoy zoo days, park days, monthly crafts & moms’ night out, the children’s museum, and play dates at member’s homes.
Contact: http://www.meetup.com/mommiesofnorthcounty/
NORTH COUNTY CONNECTION, ATASCADERO
Established by San Luis Obispo County Drug and Alcohol Services in 1989, the North County Connection is a grass-roots driven family resource center, primarily staffed by dedicated volunteers. The center hosts many self help meetings, a walk-in and telephone referral service, a recovery oriented book, video, and audio lending library, and a safe, drug and alcohol free place for families, adults and youth to go to for support.
Phone: (805) 462-8600
http://www.northcountyconnection.com/
NORTH COUNTY WOMEN’S SHELTER AND RESOURCE CENTER
Women’s Support Group
A weekly therapy group providing support for healing, growth, and empowerment for women affected by domestic violence. Focusing on: self-esteem, boundries, coping skills, parenting and self-care
DAY: Every Wednesday
TIME: 6:00-7:30pm
LOCATION: 1030 Vine Street, Paso Robles
CONTACT: To register, call co-leaders Amber Hollarman @ 226-5400, ext 220 or Kari Freitas-Field @ 226-5400, ext 223
Group Flyer
PADRES ACTIVOS DE HOY (ACTIVE PARENTING, AGES 5-12)
Padres Activos De Hoy
Aprenderá a como usar disciplina sin violencia, como comunicarse positivamente y como dar animo efectivamente. Estas clases combinan el uso de videos, actividades y platicas de cómo ayudar a los padres crear niños/niñas responsables y cooperativas.
Cuando: jueves-3, 10, 17, y 24 de mayo, 2012 (Thursdays-May 3, 10, 17, 24)
Horario: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Donde: Escuela Butler, 700 Nicklaus Road, En la biblioteca (In the library at Butler Elementary)
Instructora: Elena Chavez
Para inscribirse favor de llamar a Elena Chavez al 805-769-1381o al Celular 769-0742 (To register)
Se ofrecerán antojitos y cuidado de niños. (Snacks and childcare will be provided)
PADRES ACTIVOS PARA PADRES DE ADOLESCENTES, PRJUSD
Cuando: martes, Abril 17, 24, Mayo 1, 8, 15, y 22.
Horario: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Donde: Centro de Maestros, 2900 Calle Union (a un lado de los camiones escolares)
Llame al 769-1100 ext. 33123 para más información
Instructora: Marisela Garcia
Padres Activos para Padres de Adolescentes
This class is offered in Spanish:
When: Six Tuesdays, April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, and 22
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Where: Teacher Center, 2900 Union Road, Paso Robles (next to Bus barn)
For more information call 769-1100 ext. 33123
Instructor: Marisela Garcia
PARENT PARTNERS-SUPPORT & RESOURCE SERVICES, CWS
Our vision for Parent Partners is to help families to build their strengths and utilize their resources. We are parents who have been in your situation, who want to offer our experience, provide ongoing support, share our knowledge, and connect you with community resources. A Parent Partner is available at no cost to any parent involved with San Luis Obispo County Child Welfare Services.
For more information or help in deciding if Parent Partners can assist you, please contact us. We are parents who have been there and understand the journey.
CONTACT: Kassi at (805) 781-1824 or parentpartners.slo@gmail.com
PARENT PROJECT, ATASCADERO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Parent Project 8 Week Series ~ For Parents of Preteens & Teens
Classes Run: April 4th – May 30th
Wednesdays Evenings, 6:00pm – 9:00 pm
Del Rio Continuation High School, 4507 Del Rio Road, Atascadero
For more information, call: 805-462-4350, CALL NOW TO REGISTER!
Classes Facilitated by DJ Pittenger
No Cost Tuition : $25 Material Fee (scholarships are available)
2012 AUSD Parent Project
PASO CARES/NORTH COUNTY SAFE FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
Center for Assessment, Referrals and Educational Services:
Paso CARES/North County SAFE Family Resource Center is a one-stop resource center where families can seek assistance to remove barriers that interfere with their student’s success. Barriers may include: school adjustment, substance abuse and/or domestic violence in the family, divorce, unemployment and other economic concerns.
A Paso CARES/North County SAFE Family Resource Center Family Advocate connects with students and their families, providing community and agency referrals to services that the family may need.
Paso CARES/North County SAFE Family Resource Center is part of a county agency and non-profit organization collaborative whose goal is to serve the families in their community.
For more information, please contact:
Paso CARES/North County SAFE Family Resource Center Site Supervisor
(805) 237-3421
1802 Chestnut Street, Paso Robles
Open daily from 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m.
PATHWAYS TO PERMANENCE, KINSHIP CENTER
From a grandmother who took this class, “Give yourself the gift (of this class). Help is out there!”
This class is a MUST for every kin caregiver! A 21-hour specialized series of classes designed for parents, kinship caregivers, and guardians who are parenting children who have experienced trauma and loss as part of their history. The course provides tools, techniques and information that empowers participants to effectively parent their child.
When: Call for the next start date and time.
Where: Kinship Center, 71 N. Main St., Templeton
Please contact: Lori Bagby at Kinship Center’s Children’s Clinic (805) 434-2449 to sign up. Let us know if you need recreation for your child.
www.kinshipcenter.org
POSITIVE DISCIPLINE, PARENTS OF CHILDREN AGES 5-12, THE LINK
Montery Road Parenting Class April-May 2012
Designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 5-12
Date: Tuesdays, April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012
Time: 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Monterey Road Elementary
Sponsored by Atascadero Unified School District and The Link
$25.00 per person or $30.00 a couple includes Positive Discipline Workbook & materials
Call: The Link to register now at 466-5404
Free childcare but must sign up early
SUCCESSFUL PARENTING, SPARK TRAINING
New parenting class offered by CWS for those who have had CWS involvement. Probation and court-referred parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. The six class series will focus on identifying challenging behaviors in both infants & children and how you can effectively parent children with behavioral issues. Parents may start attending at any point in the 6-session series; attendance does not need to start with Session #1. Classes will focus on: nurturing a strong bond between you & your infant; how to comfort a low-threshold infant; helping your school age child succeed; effective & positive discipline.
DATES AND TIMES: See attached flyer for specific dates and times
LOCATION: See attached flyer for class locations
COST: FREE and childcare is provided
Certificates at the completion of the course.
Please RSVP NO LATER than 7 days before the start of class. Classes with fewer than 5 RSVPs 1 week prior will be cancelled.
Call Holly Prieto at 781-1619; leave a message with the name and phone number of all parents who will be attending
Spark Training 2011-2012
THE LINK (FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER)
Central Coast LINK, in cooperation with the Atascadero Unified School District, is a community and school based program designed to link families with community services. The heart of the LINK program is the Family Advocate, connecting families with community resources and providing in-home support.
http://www.linkslo.org
In-Home & In-School Family Advocacy
Parent, Youth & Family Development
Parenting Support, Classes & Training
Direct Connections to Community Resources
LINK Family Resource Center
6500A Morro Road, Atascadero
(805) 466-5404
Hours: 8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
San Miguel Community Support Program
1385 Mission Street, San Miguel
(805) 712-5327
Hours: Monday & Tuesday 9am – 5:30pm & Fridays 9am – 1pm
WOMEN’S GROUP, FACILITATED BY JULIE STOWASSER
Come and join us! We’ll save a seat for you. We discuss our adult and childhood relationships, our families, parenting, trauma and neglect, limits and boundaries, love and affection, violence, alcohol and other substances, depression, anxiety, anger management, and power and control, as well as a variety of other topics. We explore these topics in our quest to make change sustainable. The goal is a calm body, clear mind, and a feeling of healthy connection to ourselves and others.
DATES: Wednesdays
TIME: Call for information
LOCATION: Atascadero
TUITION: Call for information
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: An initial interview and assessment is required before joining the group.
CONTACT: Julie Stowasser, M.S., LMFT at 544-2273, to learn more about the group
Women’s Group-Flyer
www.CalmClearAndConnected.com
