Overcoming the "Hidden" Hurdles of Parental Involvement

Description

We cannot work through a problem until we are willing and able to see it. Engaging families in services for their child with development delays, is hard enough. Sometimes, we can barely get in the door...or once we are in, we sense this undeniable tension in the room.
This training will explore seeing some hidden hurdles, such as parental and intergenerational trauma, parental guilt, and distrust of “systems”. Participants will also learn strategies to work with these dynamics to empower parents to be present, physically and mentally, with their child and providers.

Location Carbondale Civic Center
200 S. Illinois Avenue
Carbondale, IL 62901
Date 5/26/2016 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM (Check in 12:20 PM)
Sponsor Child and Family Connections 22 and 24
Trainer Rebecca Molitor
Contact Kathy Staff (618) 529-3147 cfc24kathy@gmail.com
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 2.0 - Working with Families
Cost none
Status Closed