COURSES AT PINE RIVERS NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE Apr09

Kids Cooking – these sessions are held for children aged 9-12 years on school holidays.  Come along and learn: how to follow a recipe, cooking hygiene, nutrition, how to prepare; cook and of course eat the delicious food you make.  Cost is $8 incl. food, with maximum of 8 children per session.  Bookings essential, payment confirms place.
Tuesday 14th April & Thursday 16th April, from 10am-1pm.
Further dates later in the year TBA-please contact the Neighbourhood Centre for more information.
Families in Transition – incorporating the Seasons™ program.  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 2 2009: Wed 29th April – Wed 24th June.
Sessions are held after school from 4-5.15pm. Cost is $30.  Child minding is provided upon request.
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.
Child minding is available upon request, gold coin donation please.
Understanding & Managing Men’s Anger – A therapeutic group program for men who are challenged by their own expressions of anger.  Held in a safe and confidential space, topics include: Understanding the context in which anger develops, Skills & strategies to deal with your anger, Improved communication skills for family relationships. Tuesday evenings, 21st April – 19th May 6.30pm-9pm.  Cost is $25 for entire course.

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