Free Square One - Audio/Web Conferences

Thurs., February 23 - “The Unseen ‘Marks’ of Sexual Abuse”- 1-2 PM
An examination of the “hidden” trauma of sexual abuse and what we as adults can do to protect children. Learn how to report when suspecting a child is being victimized. Presented by Gail Heath Davidson, MSW, Virginia Beach Department of Social Services.

Wed., March 21 - “101’s of Positive Guidance”- 1-2 PM
In advance of her new book release, Katharine Kersey, EdD., Professor, Old Dominion University, will address positive guidance strategies in working with young children.

Wed., April 18 – “Managing Emotions in Young Children”- 1-2 PM
Ways to support the development of emotional regulation in young children will be discussed. Learn how an adult’s response to emotional upset can either foster or inhibit a child’s ability to develop self-regulation. Participants will learn to recognize their own emotional triggers too. Presented by Michele Tryon, MA, BS, CCLS, CHKD Parent Educator. (CHKD will partner with Square One for this presentation.)

Thurs., May 17 - “Immunizations are NOT Just for Kids!”- 1-2 PM
Learn about the importance of immunizations for adults and children and the impact on vaccine-preventable diseases. Find out why adults need to have the Tdap vaccine if they work with infants. Presented by Michelle Charters, MPH, Eastern VA Medical School. (Funding for this presentation is provided by a grant from the National Business Coalition on Health and GlaxoSmithKline)

Visit http://www.sqone.org/   for all Square One course information/registration forms.

Please call Square One at 757-552-0293 with questions. REGISTER TODAY!!

Estimates of Smoking-Related Property Costs

Great article in this month’s APHA journal entitled “Estimates of Smoking-Related Property Costs”. Great to help support moving towards smoke free housing as we work more on this issue.
http://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/pdf/10.2105/AJPH.2011.300170

Abstract: We systematically evaluated smoking-related costs in multiunit housing. From 2008 to 2009, we surveyed California multiunit housing owners or managers on their past-year smoking-related costs and smoke-free policies. A total of 27.1% of respondents had incurred smoking-related costs (mean $4935), and 33.5% reported complete smoke-free policies, which lowered the likelihood of incurring smoking-related costs. Implementing statewide complete smoke-free policies may save multiunit housing property owners $18094254 annually.
(Am J Public Health. 2012;102:490–493. doi:10.2105/AJPH.2011.300170)

As a reminder: CINCH is hosting a regional Smoke-free Properties Leadership and Dialogue meeting on March 6th.

Training Manager Position at VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads

We are currently recruiting for the Training Manager position. We are looking for a detail oriented individual to continue a quality capacity-building program unique to our sector. This is a rewarding mid-career position for the right person. If you know of anyone who is uniquely qualified for this position and is looking for a challenging, fast-paced environment, please forward this e-wire, visit www.volunteerhr.org 

Parents Raising Safe Kids parenting class

This program is design for parents of children, birth to 8 years old.
Parents Raising Safe Kids is an interactive parenting program that will help you:

• Understand your child’s behaviors, and the ages and stages of development
• Learn to use positive ways to discipline your child
• Learn to teach children how to control their anger
• Understand and manage your own angry feelings
• Learn to resolve conflicts with others in a positive nonviolent way
• Learn what you can do to reduce the impact of media violence on your child’s behavior
• Understand how children become involved with violence and the consequences

Tuesdays, January 10, 2012 to February 28, 2012, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center Nurse Aide Training Program Center,
150 Kingsley Lane, 4th Floor, Norfolk, VA 23505

FREE!

To register or for more information, call (757) 886-6511 or e-mail delores_price@bshsi.org

Mary Immaculate Family Focus is excited to offer the Nurturing parenting class!

The Nurturing Program is a nationally recognized parent education program that teaches highly effective parenting techniques. Nurturing is the foundation of strong and healthy parent child relationships. This program gives parents and caregivers the skills, knowledge and desire to enhance the quality of their family life. The program is for parents/caregivers of children age birth to five years old.


This program will address the following topics:

• Ages and stages of child development

• Setting boundaries and creating family rules

• Increasing self-esteem for both children and parents

• Behavior management techniques (redirection, punishment, ignoring, communication, praise, etc.)

• Developing nurturing routines

• How to handle ones own stress and anger

• Problem solving and decision making

Thursdays, January 12, 2012 to February 16, 2012, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital Health Resource Center

2 Bernardine Drive, Newport News, VA 23602

FREE!
To register or for more information, call (757) 886-6511 or e-mail delores_price@bshsi.org

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

12.5 million US children are obese, but we can make changes to ensure our children live active, healthy lives. Childhood obesity is a major public health problem. In the US, 17% of children are obese, and certain groups of children are even more severely affected by this problem. Nearly 27% of Mexican-American boys are obese, and nearly 30% of non-Hispanic black girls are obese.

There is no single or simple solution to childhood obesity. It is influenced by many different factors, including a lack of access to healthy food and drinks as well as limited opportunities for physical activity in the places where children live, play and learn. Working together, states, communities, and parents can help make the healthy choice the easy choice for children and adolescents.

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month (NCOAM), and you can also pledge to spread the word:

• Become a fan of CDC's Facebook page.

• Share our posts throughout the month with your fans and friends.

• Follow CDC on Twitter and tweet and re-tweet information and links.

• Tag your tweets #NCOAM to join the conversation.

Learn more about what CDC's state-based programs are doing for NCOAM:
http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/childhood/index.html?s_cid=govD_dnpao_112&source=govdelivery

http://www.choosemyplate.gov/?source=govdelivery

http://www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov/?s_cid=govD_dnpao_115&source=govdelivery

2011 DISABILITY RESOURCE FAIR

Monday, November 14, 2011

6:3o p.m.—8:30 p.m.
Landstown High School
2001 Concert Drive
Virginia Beach, Virginia

(off Princess Anne Road by the Amphitheater)

Receive information from 80+ vendors on: Children/Adult Disability Services, Recreational Programs, Vocational Information, Respite Services, Support/Advocacy Groups, Transition Services, Housing Information, Legal Services, Durable Medical Equipment Providers, Assistive Technology, Therapy Providers, and much more……….

******Lots of give-away and door prizes******

To learn more about the Resource Fair or Virginia Beach SEAC, contact any of the following:

Office of Programs for Exceptional Children 263-2400
Parent Support & Information Center 263-2066
Sandy Hermann, SEAC Chairperson 368-5327
JoAnna Bryant, SEAC Vendor Contact 285-2725