Courageous Parenting Series
Courageous Parenting Series: Navigating The Elementary Ages
DETAILS
​Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Cornerstone of Hope Lima
Cost: $10 per family
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MAY SESSION: Childhood Anxiety & Depression
*Parent/Caregiver Only
This workshop is designed for parents and caregivers of children who struggle with anxiety and depression. Learn how to identify signs, foster open communication, and provide effective support for your child's mental health journey.
Workshop Highlights:
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Understanding childhood anxiety and depression
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Tools for fostering open dialogue with your child
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Key strategies for managing emotional health at home
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Building resilience in your child
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How and when to seek professional support
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Courageous Parenting Series:
Navigating The Teenage Years
DETAILS
Winter Session Option
Tuesdays, January 28-Febraury 25
4:30-6:00PM
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Spring Session Option
Tuesdays, March 18-April 15
​4:30-6:00PM
Location for both sessions:
A.C.C.E.S.S. Center | 528 W. Market St. Lima | Suite 200
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Cost: FREE
Parenting adolescents is not for the faint of heart! Parenting well and raising young people requires amazing courage! Cornerstone is honored to equip both parents and middle/high school youth with practical tools and techniques to better navigate these often rocky years of change and growth.
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Topics covered:
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Developmental Norms and Brain Changes during Adolescence
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De-Escalation Training
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“Emotional Wincing” as a Means of Hearing and Connecting
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Identifying Core Needs/Build Healthy Identity (strengths, passions, interests, values, etc)
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Steps to Develop Positive Character
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Healthy Boundaries
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Resilience and Growth Mindset
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Utilizing Courage-Doing what they NEED
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The format for this 5-week program will run as follows:
o Week 1 and 2: Parents only
o Week 3 and 4: Youth only
o Week 5: Parents & Youth attend together
Courageous Parenting Series: Navigating The Elementary Ages
DETAILS
Date: Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Time: 6:00-8:30pm
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Location: Cornerstone of Hope Lima
or Live Virtual
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Cost: $10
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AUGUST SESSION: School Anxiety & Avoidance
*Parent/Caregiver Only
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Parenting today’s children takes immense courage! School anxiety and avoidance is a complex issue that can be challenging for both parents and children. This workshop aims to equip parents with the necessary tools and support to champion their children's success in school.
In this workshop, participants will learn to:
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Understand the underlying causes of school anxiety and avoidance
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Communicate effectively with their children regarding school-related concerns
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Develop a structured plan for reintegration into the school environment
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Help manage anxiety and other emotions associated with school anxiety and refusal
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Seek support from educators, support staff, and community resources
This workshop is offered in-person. For those who cannot attend in-person, a live virtual option will be available.