Connecting for Kids has released its schedule of January programs.
Music Therapy & More
This program is designed for families and their children, ages infant to 6 years, who have concerns about development, according to a news release.
The hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child’s academic, motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior, the release said.
A board-certified music therapist will lead the program at 10:30 a.m., Jan. 12, and 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13, at the Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road.
Share & Support Group: Five Steps to Create Calm
The holidays are over, the house is a mess, schedules are hectic and emotions are running high, the release said.
Join Terri McNeely, a licensed independent social worker, of the Child and Family Counseling Center of Westlake, who will take you through a five-step mindfulness process to teach you how to regulate your and your child’s emotions and bring a sense of calm to your home, the release said.
Share & Support is an interactive support group where caregivers can meet other families facing similar concerns.
Parents will have the chance to learn techniques and coping tools while enjoying coffee and treats at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 23, at the Westlake Porter Public Library, the release said.
Inclusive Drop-In Playgroup
This program is open to families and their children ages infant to 6, with or without concerns about development, the release said.
Caregivers will have a chance to get hands-on support, meet other families and connect to community resources while children play.
Led by an experienced early childhood specialist and Connecting for Kids staff, caregivers will have the opportunity to learn strategies for dealing with behavior challenges, communication concerns and sensory issues, the release said.
Registration is welcome but not required for the session that starts at 11 a.m., Jan. 25, in the Lakewood Family Room, 12525 Lake Ave. in Lakewood.
Behavior Chat: Special Sensory Edition
Does your child struggle with behavior when they become overwhelmed or overstimulated?
Join Christine Chambers, a registered licensed occupational therapist for Abilities First LLC, for a special edition of Behavior Chat, where you will learn what a sensory bucket is and some tools you can use to empty your child’s bucket to promote positive behavior, the release said.
Submit your questions before or during the session and also learn how to use the tools in our Behavior Toolkit to help your child.
The content in this program is geared toward caregivers of children ages 18 months – 6 years — with or without developmental concerns, the release said.
Each attendee will receive a free Behavior Toolkit for the virtual session that starts at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 30.
Registration is required for these programs.
Register online at www.connectingforkids.org/register,
For more information, email info@connectingforkids.org or call/text 440-570-5908.
