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<h1 align="center"><font face="Century Gothic"color ="rgba(29,8,163,1.00)">Community Education Service<br />
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<h1 align="center"><font face="Century Gothic">March 2019</font></h1>
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CES sessions are <strong>FREE and OPEN TO ALL ADULTS</strong> (unless otherwise indicated). <br />
Limited childcare is available for morning sessions held at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.<br />
Please call 403 955 2500 at least 3 days prior to the session to reserve a childcare spot.</p>
<p><strong>**All sessions Level 1 unless otherwise indicated and qualify for ACSW B Level credits.</strong><br />
<strong>It is recommended not to bring children to CES sessions, unless indicated otherwise.<br />
Courses with low registration may be cancelled.</strong>**</p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Saturday March 2</font><br />
<font face="Century Gothic">10:00 AM - 12:30 PM</font></strong></strong><br />
Cochrane Public Library - Boardroom<br />
405 Railway St W, Cochrane
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-22-17-29-14-March-2-Little-Warriors.pdf">Little Warriors: Prevent It! Taking Action to Stop Child Sexual Abuse</a><font face="Century Gothic"> </font><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /> </p>
<p>The Prevent It! Taking Action to Stop Child Sexual Abuse workshop was developed by researchers in the department of Psychiatry at the University of Alberta, utilizing leading scientific evidence.<br />
The workshop is useful for parents, professionals and organizations that are:<br />
- Interested in learning how to protect the children in their lives<br />
- Seeking training for staff and volunteers in the prevention of child sexual abuse<br />
After the workshop participants will feel empowered and be informed about child sexual abuse, healthy sexual development and how to reduce the risk of sexual abuse as responsible adults and organizations.</p>
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<strong>Wednesday March 6 </strong><strong><br />
</strong><strong>11:00 AM - 12:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor) <br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-29-16-27-08-March-6-ADHD.pdf">Helping Teens Diagnosed with ADD/ADHD</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/tele.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="tele" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/phone.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="phone" /></p>
<p>Discover strategies and skills for parents and caregivers of teens with ADD and ADHD.</p>
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<p><strong>Thursday March 7</strong><strong><br />
</strong><strong>11:00 AM - 12:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor) <br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary</p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-22-20-56-02-March-7-Development.pdf">The Core Story Of Infant Mental Health </a><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/tele.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="tele" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/phone.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="phone" /></p>
<p>Participants in this workshop will learn what infant mental health is,how it unfolds, and how the emotional
well-being of very young children can be derailed. The presenter will discuss what can parents do to support healthy attachments and brain development in their infants and toddlers. Parents will learn about how the young child’s brain is shaped by experiences, how relationships help children learn how to regulate their emotions, attention and behavior. </p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Thursday March 7</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Family Connections Parent Link
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<font face="Century Gothic">520 78 Av</font>e
NW, Calgary
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-18-17-55-36-Mar-7-Digital-Dangers.pdf">Digital Dangers</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>With the rapid growth of technology and innovative new methods for communication, it has become an increasing challenge for parents and professionals to implement preventative strategies and effective intervention methods. In this session learn about cyberbullying and the law, dangers of social media, digital safety, sexting and internet luring and netiquette.</p>
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<p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Tuesday March 12</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Bishop Grandin High School<br />
<font face="Century Gothic">111 Haddon Rd SW,</font> Calgary</p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-02-19-17-28-15-March-12-Teen-Psychological.pdf">Positive Psychological Health - What Parents Can Do!</a><font face="Century Gothic"> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></font></p>
<p>Many parents worry about their teen’s psychological health - and if not their own teens, than they worry about who they hang out with, what they spend their time doing, and exactly how they are feeling. Teens are well-known for appearing not to want to talk about their feelings, especially to parents. This workshop will provide an overview, based on interviews with adolescents, of what is on kid’s minds, how they might be feeling about things like anxiety, depression, social pressure, screentime, and other areas – and perhaps of most value to parents, how to engage with teens so they actually communicate!</p>
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<p><strong>Wednesday March 13</strong><strong><br />
</strong><strong>11:00 AM - 12:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor) <br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary</p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-28-17-06-02-March-13-Why-Reading-Matters.pdf">Why Reading Matters</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/tele.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="tele" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/phone.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="phone" /></p>
<p>Literacy is the path to prosperity. In this session, you will learn about the literacy landscape in Canada, what current research says we need to be doing to support children to become successful readers, and how to develop a reading culture in your home, school, or organization. </p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Thursday March 14</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
The Ability Hub<br />
300, 3820 24th Ave SW, Calgary
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-29-18-21-56-March-14-Girls--Autism.pdf">Invisible: Why Do So Few Girls and Women Get an Autism Diagnosis?</a><font face="Century Gothic"> </font><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-29-18-21-14-March-14-Girls--Autism.pdf">Invisible: Why Do So Few Girls and Women Get an Autism Diagnosis?</a> <img src="news_files/web.jpg" width="22" height="22" alt="webinar" /></p>
<p>This presentation will discuss some of the reasons why more boys than girls receive an autism diagnosis, common co-occurring diagnoses and misdiagnoses that teens and adult women receive, strengths and struggles for autistic women across the lifespan, and finally screening and diagnostic tools specifically designed for females. If you or your daughter have been diagnosed with autism or are wondering about an autism diagnosis this session will provide helpful information and resources. </p>
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<p><strong>Tuesday March 19 </strong><strong><br />
</strong><strong>7:00 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Western Canada High School<br />
641 17th Ave SW, Calgary</p>
<p>“<a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-16-21-26-11-March-19-NSSI.pdf">I Am Still Right Here” : Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Children & Adolescents</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /> </p>
<p>There has been an ongoing increase in the prevalence of children and youth who engage in non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). It can be very frightening to have a child/ student who engages in NSSI, and adults can often have reactions that don’t really help. This session will focus on the types of NSSI, the reasoning behind the behaviour, and some ideas about how parents and teachers can help. We will spend some time on some case studies to provide examples and ample room for Q & A will be provided.</p>
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<p><strong>Wednesday March 20</strong><strong><br />
</strong><strong>10:30 AM - 12:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor) <br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary </p>
<p> <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-02-07-18-50-13-Mar-20-Self-Reg.pdf">Self-Regulation: for you & your child</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/tele.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="tele" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/phone.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="phone" /></p>
<p>While being a parent or caregiver of children can be a joyous and awe-inspiring experience; it can also be frustrating! This session will help you understand what happens in your brain when we are under stress, and why self-regulation of our feelings and actions is essential to helping children learn this critical life skill. </p>
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<p>Sessions in partnership with Rockyview Schools, MHCB Stepping Stones to Mental Health</p>
<p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Wednesday March 13</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Education Centre<br />
2651 Chinook Winds Drive SW, Airdrie </p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-12-07-15-37-39-Mar-13-Ai-Autism.pdf">Adulting: It’s harder than it looks! Helping your child with autism be successful after high school – including university and employment</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Thursday </font>March 21<br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
<font face="Century Gothic">Chestermere Public Library</font><br />
105B Marina Road, Chestermere </p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-12-13-18-13-23-Mar-21-Ch-Autism.pdf">Adulting: It’s harder than it looks! Helping your child with autism be successful after high school – including university and employment</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Wednesday March 27</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
<font face="Century Gothic">Mitford School</font><br />
110 Quigley Dr, Cochrane </p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-28-20-33-55-Mar-27-Co-Autism.pdf">Adulting: It’s harder than it looks! Helping your child with autism be successful after high school – including university and employment</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>Becoming a legal adult at 18 years in Alberta and graduating from high school are two transition points that can be challenging – even scary for individuals on the Autism Spectrum and their parents. Developing a plan for “life after high school” can help to maximize the chances your child will be successful as they pursue continued education (post-secondary studies) and employment.This session will support families and provide valuable information about the following topics:<br />
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How to create a shared vision for your child’s future<br />
Understanding next steps after high school<br />
Managing health and mental health issues in adulthood<br />
Developing pre-employment skills<br />
Legal and financial issues including guardianship and program funding at age 18<br />
Discuss how the Launch Program might support your child as they transition to adulthood</p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Tuesday </font>March 26<br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
<font face="Century Gothic">A.E. Bowers Elementary School</font><br />
1721 Summerfield Blvd, Airdrie<br />
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-07-16-23-46-Mar-26-Mindfulness.pdf">Let's Talk Mindfulness</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>This session will outline and discuss the main concepts in mindfulness and how understanding the brain can improve
self-regulation. Using a hands-on approach this session will teach skills related to these concepts. This session will discuss how the brain influences thinking, emotions and behaviour. Improved self-regulation can lead to better focus in school, better cooperation with others and improved self-awareness and self-control.</p>
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<p>The following are prerecorded sessions and are presented in the<br />
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Click on titles for poster.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-09-18-39-00-Nov-8-Online-Disability-Tax-Credit.pdf">Disability Tax Credit and RDSP Workshop</a></p>
<p align="left">The RDSP is a program for those that qualify for the Disability Tax Credit and are under the age of 60. There is up to $70,000 in grants and $20,000 in bonds that can be collected until their 49th year. Come get all your questions answered about he Disability Tax Credit and Registered Disability Saving Plan.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-09-18-23-37-Nov-9-Early-Psychosis.pdf">Identifying Youth at Risk of Psychosis</a></p>
<p align="left">Participants can expect to learn what clinical high risk of psychosis is, as well as what we know about conversion to psychosis. They will learn about symptoms that help identify young people at risk for psychosis. Finally, they will learn about our research group, how our projects might be helpful to them and their clients and how to refer to our program.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-13-18-05-32-Nov-13-Speaking-Out.pdf">Speaking OUT: A Special Report on LGBTQ2S+ Young People in the Child Welfare and Youth Justice Systems</a></p>
<p align="left">Learning Objectives:<br />
1. To learn about the Speaking OUT Special Report process, themes, recommendations and the next steps in this systemic advocacy effort.<br />
2. To build on participants knowledge of supporting LGBTQ2S+ young people and to encourage action to improve their experiences and realities.<br />
3. To hear from young people about what works, what doesn't and how things should change.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-13-18-23-55-Nov-13-Restricted-Interests.pdf">Restricted Interests in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): How do they engage the brain?</a></p>
<p align="left">One of the lesser studied symptoms in ASD is restricted interests. In a series of studies conducted at the University of Calgary and Alberta Children's Hospital we asked: how does the brain respond to restricted interests? In this presentation I will talk about how we use techniques like electroencephalography and functional magnetic resonance imaging to study the brain, and what the images we get tell us about how restricted interests are processed in the brain.understanding of what causes it, and some simple strategies to prevent it.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-12-18-19-53-37-Dec-17-IPSE-online-recording.pdf">An Overview of Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE): Promoting Higher Learning for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities</a> </p>
<p align="left">This workshop will provide an overview of the Inclusive Post-Secondary (IPSE) model, promoting higher learning for adults with intellectual disabilities. The IPSE Team from the University of Calgary and St. Mary's University will be providing key information on the importance of collaboration, application processes/preparation and desired outcomes.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-15-22-14-13-Nov-15-Online-Collaborative-Problem-Solving.pdf">Collaborative Problem Solving Approach for Children, Youth and Families</a></p>
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1. To learn about the difference between triggers/expectations, lagging skills and challenging behavior.<br />
2. To understand the rationale for helping children and youth develop 5 common lagging skills for better adaptation.<br />
3. To learn the advantages of collaborative vs. coercive approaches with children and youth.</p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-12-19-17-39-54-Dec-18-to-Mar-31-2019-Youth-Bully-and-Discrimination---Online.pdf">Youth Bullying & Discrimination: Let's Make it Stop</a></p>
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The characteristics of a healthy relationship<br />
The relationships between healthy interactions,
social connection and bullying behavior<br />
Power<br />
Bullying<br />
Intervention and Response<br />
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http://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/course-descriptions/respect-education-courses</p>
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<p align="left"><strong> To register for these sessions,<a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/"> click here</a></strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong><em><img src="news_files/note.jpg" width="73" height="74" />Attendance Certificates are not available for TH, Audioline, Recorded or Webinar sessions</em></strong></p>
<p align="center">It is recommended to use your confirmation email you received when registering as proof of registration and also a copy of the handout if one was provided.</p>
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<p align="center"><span class="teen"><strong>CES is always looking for new partnerships and presenters!<br />
Please <a href="mailto:mailto:ces@ahs.ca">contact us</a> should you be interested in sharing your expertise as it relates to child and youth health and emotional well-being.</strong></span> </p>
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<div align="left">To attend <u><strong>in person</strong></u>: <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /><br />
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<li> Already have an account? Register: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/login/">http://community.hmhc.ca/login/</a><br />
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<p align="left"><strong><u>To attend via Telehealth TH (aka video-conference) / Audio Line:</u></strong> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/tele.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="tele" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/phone.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="phone" /><br />
Only those sessions marked with the icons above are available as TH or audioline<br />
Click on these icons on the website for more information </p>
<p align="left"><strong><u>To view a Recorded session or Webinar :</u></strong> <img src="news_files/record.jpg" width="21" height="15" /> <img src="news_files/web.jpg" width="22" height="22" alt="webinar" /><br />
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<div align="left">Create an account:<a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/registration/"> http://community.hmhc.ca/registration/</a>, then register </div>
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<div align="left"> Already have an account? Register: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/?p=online ">http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/?p=online </a></div>
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<p>To attend <u><strong>in person</strong></u>: <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /><br />
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<li> First time? Create an account: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/registration">http://community.hmhc.ca/registration</a>/, then register
<li> Already have an account? Register: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/login">http://community.hmhc.ca/login</a>/
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<p><strong><u>To attend via Telehealth TH (aka video-conference) / Audio Line:</u></strong> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/tele.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="tele" /> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/phone.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="phone" /><br />
Only those sessions marked with the icons above are available as TH or audioline.<br />
Click on these icons on the website for more information</p>
<p><strong>Step 1</strong>: Book your site using this <a href="https://ischeduler.albertahealthservices.ca/ ">scheduler link</a></p>
<p><strong>Step 2</strong>: Once site has been confirmed, register for the session here:<br />
<a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/login/">http://community.hmhc.ca/login/</a></p>
<p><strong><u>To view a Recorded session or Webinar :</u></strong> <img src="news_files/record.jpg" width="21" height="15" /> <img src="news_files/web.jpg" width="22" height="22" alt="webinar" /><br />
Create an account: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/registration/">http://community.hmhc.ca/registration/</a><br />
Already have an account? Register: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/?p=online">http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/?p=online</a></p>
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