PINE RIVERS NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE Feb09
The following courses and groups are being offered from February to June 2009
To enrol simply phone 3205 2955.
Families in Transition is available to Young People who have experienced change in their lives. This includes loss through separation, divorce or the death of a loved one.
Our program caters to children aged 7-12 years. Group size is limited to 6-8 children per group.
While the kids are at Seasons, parents are invited to get-together and learn more about supporting their children through family change.
Term 1 2009: Tues 10th Feb – Tues 7th April.
Term 2 2009: Wed 29th April – Wed 24th June.
Sessions are held after school from 4-5.15pm. Cost is $30. Childminding is provided upon request.
Effective Parenting – is a five week program for parents with children 0-12 years of age.
The course will provide you with parenting information and tips about children’s behaviour and a better understanding of how to manage this within your role as a parent.
Topics that will be included are:-
Managing your child’s anger
Effective Communication with your child
Healthy Boundaries.
Course dates: Thurs 5th Feb – Thurs 5th March. 10am-12.30pm.
Course cost $25.
Child minding available upon request, please advise at time of enrolment if needed.
Mothers Wellbeing – An opportunity for mothers to support each other while learning about topics of interest:-
Positive Parenting
Effective Communication
You and your child’s self esteem,
Schoolyard Bullying.
Guest speakers may attend throughout the group.
Group runs for 5 weeks commencing Mon 2nd March-30th March, 10:00am-12:00noon.
Childminding is available upon request, gold coin donation please.
Walk in my shoes – Steps to Healthier Parenting. This free two day workshop explores how we can develop healthier family relationships, how to regain confidence as a parent after separation, and includes the impacts of domestic violence on children.
We will also explore how to understand your child’s feelings and behaviours after family separation due to domestic violence.
Term 2 2009, 2 days – Wednesday 22nd & Thursday 23rd April. 9.30am-2.30pm with a light lunch provided.
Course cost is free, gold coin donation appreciated.
INSIGHT – ‘Insight’ is a support group for women who have all, at some point in time, experienced depression and the difficulties that this causes in their daily lives. Insight meets in a relaxed and informal environment.
Topics and guest speakers are planned throughout the year, which include:-
Positive communication
Understanding feelings
Expressing emotions
self-worth and relaxation,
as well as discussing and learning new coping strategies.
Group runs for 5 weeks commencing Thurs 30th April – 28th May, 10.00am – 12.00noon.
Childminding is available upon request, gold coin donation please.
What’s in it for me? Health Relationships for Teens – this is a free, 6 week program for girls aged 14-16 years.
This course will be in a safe, confidential and enjoyable environment. There will be loads of opportunities for sharing, brainstorming, hands-on activities and fun.
Topics covered are-
Healthy relationships versus unhealthy relationships
Myths and facts about our relationships
Self Esteem – how it impacts our relationships
Bullying – including cyber and text bullying
Safe Boundaries
Peer Pressure and safe choices
Self Care and acceptance.
Tuesday afternoons, 05th May – 2nd June, from 4-5.30 pm.
Childminding is for children under primary school age.
For more information on any of the above courses or to enrol please phone the centre on 3205 2955, or drop in to 730 Gympie Rd, Lawnton. Course costs are negotiable.
