Community and Parent Education
MedCare offers numerous workshops and presentations throughout the year that address various issues in emotional, social, and behavioral health, as well as parent education.
Various topics are offered throughout the year. They are open to the public and each topic may vary
in time, date, length, and cost. Check back regularly for updated topics!
If you would like to attend one of these presentations below, or inquire about having one of our speakers at your facility, please contact Kim at 713-773-5120, extension 177 or email k.peterson@mpglp.com.
The Becoming a Love & Logic Parent® Program
The Becoming a Love & Logic Parent® Program is a nationally recognized parenting course that teaches parents and teachers practical skills to better handle the day to day frustrations of parenting and teaching. This proven training course is offered to the public in affordable two hour sessions. You can visit the official website at www.LoveAndLogic.com.
Answers to these and many other questions:
- How do I get them out of bed in time to catch the school bus?
- How can I stop my children from bickering and fighting?
- How do I get my children to help with the chores without an argument?
- Is there a way to discipline my toddler in public without an argument?
- How can I get my teenage daughter to come home at the agreed-upon time?
- How do I get him to stop spitting his peas and whining at dinner?
“Brothers and Sisters: Caring for the siblings of children with special needs”
A one-hour presentation presented by Kim Peterson, M.A., L.P.C.-I
Issues Discussed:
- Common experiences and issues faced
- Emotional and social effects
- How parents can help and prevention
- Signs you child may need help
- Resources for helping your child
“The Teenage Brain: What’s really going on inside their heads?”
A one-hour presentation presented by Kim Peterson, M.A., L.P.C.-I
Issues Discussed:
- Course of brain development
- Physical reasons for common teenage behaviors
- The impact on Trauma recovery
- Alcohol and Teens
- How parents and teachers can help their teens
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