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, DESIGNED FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN O-5
Active Parenting classes will help you to: better understand your developing child, know what to expect at each age and stage, and effectively use a variety of discipline strategies to improve family life and decrease your stress. You will learn why children “misbehave” and how to redirect them in a loving and constructive way. The course is facilitated by Michele Gordon, Parent Connection Coordinator and Cuesta College Child Development Instructor.
Each session meets for three consecutive Friday mornings. Parents will receive a completion certificate at the end of the third class.
Next session:
Active Parenting 0-5
Fridays-May 11th, 18th, 25th
9:00a.m.-11:00a.m.
Participants should attend all three classes in the session.
LOCATION: San Luis Obispo
COST: $15.00 for the class workbook (required to participate)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: All parents/guardians with children ages 0 – 5 year olds are invited to attend. Childcare is not available.
CONTACT: To register, please call Michele Gordon, Parent Connection Coordinator, at (805) 543-3700
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 (SAN LUIS OBISPO)
Confidential and nonjudgmental pregnancy and parenting support. Free services include: pregnancy/parenting groups, pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, maternity and infant clothing, formula, diapers, infant equipment (cribs, etc.).
DATES: Drop-in support services Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (appointments are available)
TIME: 10:00am-3:00pm
LOCATION: 11549 Los Osos Valley Rd, Suite #104
TUITION: All services are free
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Pregnant or parenting an infant one year old or younger
CONTACT: Jen Miller at 541-3367, Se habla Español
http://www.sloalpha.org/
Alpha Brochure English
Alpha Brochure Spanish
BRINGING BABY HOME-THE TRANSITION TO PARENTHOOD, SLCUSD
Facilitated by Marcia Bronstein, LCSW
Wednesdays-5/9, 5/16 & 5/23, from 6:00-8:00p.m., at the Adult School-Room D3
Improve the quality of life for babies and children by strengthening the parental relationship and increasing co-parent effectiveness. This class is for expecting or adopting couples and families with children up to three years of age. It was designed and created by doctors John and Julie Gottman at the Relationship Institute in Washington. Using lectures, couple exercises including role-playing and videos, couples will learn how to increase friendship in their relationship, deal effectively with conflict, improve the quality of parent-child interactions and recognize the social and emotional needs of their child and/or baby. Children under two years of age may attend with their parents. The cost of the class is $46.00.
Learn more at www.bbhonline.org
Section #078200
Contact the Adult School at 549-1222 or http://ae.slcusd.org to register
CUESTA COLLEGE FOSTER & KINSHIP CARE EDUCATION PROGRAM
DATES: ongoing parenting classes for Foster parents (call for workshop topics, dates, times and location)
FKCE Workshops-May, 2012
TUITION: free
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Priority will be given to Foster or Adoptive Parents and Kinship Caregivers
CONTACT: Call Linda at Youth Programs (546-3252) to reserve your space, or Mimi Feliciano-Hix (546-3156) for more information.
FAMILY COURT SERVICES, PARENTING CLASSES
Family Law Facilitator, Self-Help Center: to receive help with custody issues, child support calculations, visitation modifications, and other related services, call (805) 788-3418 (information line)
http://slocourts.net/self_help/family_law/facilitator_schedule
Children: The Challenge of Divorce
This class addresses the needs of children whose parents maintain separate households and provides the “how to” of maintaining an ongoing co-parental relationship. This class is for adults only and satisfies the Court’s requirements for parent education prior to receiving final orders.
Co-Parenting Essentials (COPE)
A co-parental education class for divorced & divorcing parents, parents with shared custody, and parents without custody, who are involved in continued conflict. Parents will learn about the detrimental effects of conflict on their children and will learn new ways to communicate to end fighting and to increase cooperation. (This class is currently not offered)
Family Court parenting classes are designed for families who have a court case number. For more information: call (805) 781-5423 for Family Court Services
http://www.slocourts.ca.gov/fcs
http://slocourts.net/fcs
FRENCH HOSPITAL, CLASSES FOR PARENTS OF INFANTS & TODDLERS
French Hospital offers Babies 101 (the basics of caring for your new baby), Infant CPR, Toddler First Aid Classes, Breastfeeding Classes, Sibling Classes, Prepared Childbirth Classes and car seat information, in English and Spanish.
DATES/TIMES: call for specific dates & times
LOCATION: French Hospital Auditorium, San Luis Obispo
TUITION: free
CONTACT: You must pre-register for all classes. Contact the Parent Education Coordinator at 542-6659 for specific course offerings or click on this link for a list of classes:
https://www.frenchmedicalcenter.org/Classes_And_Events/index.htm
LOVE & LOGIC, AGAPE CHURCH, SAN LUIS OBISPO
Love allows children to grow through their mistakes. Logic allows them to live with the consequences of their choices. Learn the Love and Logic process of discipline. Facilitated by Belinda Benda.
DATES: Five consecutive Sundays, 5/13 – 6/10
TIME: 9:00-10:30a.m.
LOCATION: Agape Church, 950 Laureate Lane (near Foothill & O’Conner Way)
COST: $30.00 per person, includes materials
REGISTER: Call Agape Church at (805) 541-0777, Monday-Thursday, to register.
CHILDCARE: Toddler-6th Grade Sunday School classes are available.
The class and childcare is open to the community.
MILITARY PARENTS ON THE CENTRAL COAST
Support Group for Military Parents
DATES: First Monday of the month
TIME: 6:00pm
LOCATION: United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo
CONTACT: 783-4418
PADRES ACTIVOS DE HOY (5-12 YEARS), HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY, SLCUSD
En la biblioteca, Hawthorne Elementary
Karla Robles
martes, 4/24-5/15
6:00-8:00p.m.
En colaboración con La Conexión para los Padres del Condado de San Luis Obispo. Usted aprenderá técnicas que le ayudaran a desarrollar cooperación, responsabilidad y buen carácter en su niño. Tambien usted aprenderá técnicas para disciplinar positivamente. Lo mejor será que usted va a compartir ideas con otros padres de familia que también saben por lo que usted esta pasando. Se recomienda que los padres proporcionen su propio cuidado de niños. Si esto no es posible, la escuela para adultos pude proporcionar cuidado de niños a precio reducido.
Costo del libro es de $15.
Sección #077300
(805) 549-1222
PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAM, SLCUSD
SLCUSD Parent Participation Program
Preregistration is required for all classes
Spring/Summer Session-April 16 through August 1, 2012
Click on link below for a list of parenting classes:
PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAM
To register: Please visit our website: http://ae.slcusd.org to view special event classes and to register, or call (805) 549-1222
PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAM, SAN LUIS COASTAL ADULT SCHOOL
The goal of the Parent Participation Program is to enhance parenting skills through classroom discussion, interaction and observation. Parent and child attend class once a week and focus on the developmental stages of the child. Curriculum includes teacher-led discussions on parenting techniques and strategies for creating a healthy family environment. In class, parents share their challenges and successes while children enjoy age-appropriate play, circle time, and songs. Through interacting with other parents and children while participating in the classroom environment, parents gain a greater understanding of the needs and abilities of their children.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES: A year round program. Classes change quarterly. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis
TIME: morning, afternoon and evening classes available
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
TUITION: Prices vary. Core class is $64/10 weeks. Scholarships available for families in need.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO). Please visit our website for a complete list of classes and online registration. http://parentparticipation.org
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
PARENTING FROM THE HEART, JULIE NEVISON
| Feeling Overwhelmed with Parenting? Too much stress and too many demands on your time and energy? Parents deserve lots of support. Let us help. Join us to reduce the stress of parenting by getting some listening time for yourself. We are offering a support group (In-Person or Teleconference) that will give you a chance to release pent-up emotions and clear your mind so that you can be available for your children during those difficult emotional moments.
Learn to resolve difficulties
Reduce your stress level Learn and practice listening skills
Build an ongoing support system that you can depend on over time. Get some parenting questions answered
The groups will be scheduled twice-a-month, either In-Person (at my home) or by Teleconference (from your home) . Please RSVP with which group you are interested in, and indicate 2 or 3 of your best days and times. We will then schedule groups to best serve everyone. I was thinking of starting the in-person group May 18 at 7pm. The 2-hour groups are $15. Renew your energy so you can continue the most important job on earth: Parenting! Julie Nevison: Parenting From the Heart Helping families become emotionally healthy and supportive, deeply caring, and closely connected for life. |
PARENTING THE INFANT, SLCUSD ADULT SCHOOL
Through discussion and guest speakers, this class provides parents with information about infant development, safety, nutrition and sleep habits. Class time includes songs, fingerplays, sign language and homemade toys. Expectant parents are also welcome.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES/TIMES: Ongoing 10-week classes. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis.
Tuesday or Thursday in San Luis Obispo, Wednesday in Morro Bay, and Friday in Los Osos.
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
COST: $64/10 weeks, financial need-based scholarships for a portion of the fee are available for qualifying applicants
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO). Please visit our website for a complete list of classes and online registration.
http://parentparticipation.org
PARENTING THE PRESCHOOLER, SLCUSD ADULT SCHOOL
Parenting the Preschooler / Three year old / Four year old
Now we’re making friends! This class focuses on fostering learning experiences for the preschool child through art, sharing, songs, movement, play and discovery. Parent discussions include growth and development of the preschool child and positive discipline techniques.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES/TIMES: Ongoing 10-week classes. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis. San Luis Obispo-Tuesday class (4yrs), Wednesday class (3yrs) or Thursday class (3 & 4yrs). Los Osos-Tuesday class (3 & 4yrs) and Morro Bay-Wednesday class (3 & 4yrs).
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child(ren)
COST: $64 / 10 weeks, financial need-based scholarships for a portion of the fee are available for qualifying applicants
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online http://ae.slcusd.org or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO).
Please visit our website for a complete list of parenting classes http://parentparticipation.org
PARENTING SIBLINGS, SLCUSD ADULT SCHOOL
This class focuses on parenting more than one child. Parents learn to develop caring and harmonious relationships among family members through specific topic-related discussions and activities that foster sibling bonding.
Parent Participation classes are taught by teachers holding California teaching credentials.
DATES/TIMES: Ongoing 10-week classes. Parents may add a class at anytime on a space available basis. Monday, Tuesday or Friday in San Luis Obispo. Friday in Morro Bay. Wednesday in Los Osos.
LOCATION: Classes available in San Luis Obispo, Los Osos and Morro Bay
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Parents, grandparents or caretakers in a parenting role attend with the child(ren)
COST: $64/10 weeks Financial need-based scholarships for a portion of the fee are available for qualifying applicants.
CONTACT: San Luis Coastal Adult School (549-1222). Register online http://ae.slcusd.org or in person (1500 Lizzie Street, Room H2, SLO).
Please visit our website for a complete list of parenting classes http://parentparticipation.org
SAN LUIS COASTAL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT-FAMILY RESOURCE COORDINATOR
Melissa Musgrave, MA
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
Family Resource Coordinator
805.549.1219
mmusgrave@slcusd.org
Services: Refer, assist, advocate and provide case management for eligible families and students, liaison for homeless and foster youth.
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
