MATFORCE, an organization dedicated to primary prevention with a focus on halting youth drug use before it commences, has collaborated with various community partners to introduce a diverse array of classes aimed at supporting parents and caregivers while enhancing their arsenal to fortify family bonds.
Enhance Your Parenting Expertise with Beth Dunn, MS, LPC
In conjunction with Humboldt Unified School District (HUSD) and Beth Dunn, MS, LPC, MATFORCE is presenting three classes tailored to aid parents, caregivers, and individuals interacting with children.
The inaugural session, titled “Fostering Resilience Through Regulation and Relationship,” draws upon the framework established by Dr. Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential Model of Development©. Participants will delve into the intricacies of human brain development, the critical nature of early developmental stages, and their correlation with enduring regulatory capabilities. Scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2024, this initial class will run from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
The subsequent class, “Decoding Feelings with the ‘ABC’s’,” equips parents and caregivers with the ‘4+1’ framework: an exploration of the fundamental emotions, their interplay with anger, the purpose of emotions, and techniques for emotional management. Attendees will investigate how proficient emotional management contributes to averting substance abuse, mitigating the adverse effects of social media, combating depression and anxiety, and addressing issues like tardiness and school absenteeism. This session is slated for Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
The final installment, “Navigating Depression and Anxiety in Children,” will delve into the roots of these conditions and furnish strategies for parents and caregivers to impart and implement with their children for managing depression and anxiety. This session is scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
All classes will convene at the HUSD office, situated at 6411 N. Robert Road, in the Vista Room, Building Room 457, Prescott Valley. To secure a spot, reach out to Lisa for registration at (928) 759-5104 or [email protected].
Parenting the Love and Logic Way®
In collaboration with Lincoln Elementary School, MATFORCE is introducing a Parenting the Love and Logic Way® course commencing on Thursday, April 11, 2024, and continuing on April 18, 25, May 2, 9, and 16, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Each of the 6 sessions will take place at Lincoln Elementary School located at 201 Park Avenue, in Prescott.
The Love and Logic methodology emphasizes that a genuine, affectionate bond between parents and their children serves as the cornerstone for positive behavior and sound decision-making.
Throughout the course, facilitators will address the daily challenges encountered by parents and caregivers in their interactions with children. Strategies will be imparted on disciplining children without compromising love and respect, fostering personal accountability and sound decision-making skills, nurturing enduring relationships, and reinforcing positive behavior.
To enroll in this complimentary course, contact MATFORCE at (928) 708-0100 or [email protected].
Neurosequential Model in Caregiving©
MATFORCE is also presenting the Neurosequential Model in Caregiving©, a six-week training program encompassing an introduction to the brain, attachment, state-dependent functioning, self-regulation, reframing discipline, and self-care. Rooted in Dr. Bruce Perry’s Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics©, this course is tailored to support parents, caregivers, and individuals interacting with children who have faced adversity.
The six-week course is scheduled for Tuesdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, and 14, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The classes will be conducted virtually and will not be recorded. Registration is free but mandatory for participation.
To sign up for this complimentary course, contact MATFORCE at (928) 708-0100 or [email protected].
For additional details about MATFORCE or any of the classes mentioned above, please visit matforce.org or get in touch with MATFORCE at (928) 708-0100 or [email protected].