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<h1 align="center"><font face="Century Gothic">April 2019</font></h1>
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<p align="center"><a href="https://www.pinkshirtday.ca/"></a></p>
<p>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>
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<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>Wednesday <font face="Century Gothic">April 3</font><br />
10:30 AM - noon</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/2019-02-08-15-12-09-April-3-Cannabis.pdf">Cannabis: Legalization, Harms and Benefits</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>This session will start by briefly reviewing the history of cannabis use. The session will discuss the reasons cannabis is being legalized and the prevalence of its use. The benefits and harms of cannabis will then be reviewed and guidelines for youth will be presented. </p>
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<p><strong>Wednesday April 10</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/2019-02-08-17-01-57-April-10-Opioids--MH.pdf">Opioids & Youth: What adults should know </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>This presentation will discuss the signs and symptoms of youth opioid abuse. Participants will learn how to recognize and respond to the symptoms of an opioid overdose, including how to access and when to use a Naloxone kit. A universal screener for opioid abuse and other resources will also be examined.</p>
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<p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Thursday April 11</font><br />
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM</strong></strong><br />
Crowfoot Public Library Room 2<br />
8665 Nose Hill Dr NW, Calgary</p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-03-07-20-22-10-April-11-Speech.pdf">Let's Talk About: Typical Speech and Language Development (2 to 5 years)</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>Typical speech and language development for two to five year olds will be presented, as well as when and how to seek help. There are many misunderstandings of what 'typical' speech and language development looks like in preschool-aged children. We will set the record straight and discuss when to refer, and how the 'wait and see' approach often may not be appropriate.</p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Thursday April 11</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/2019-03-05-21-43-55-April-11-What-Now....Navigating-Life-After-Highschool.pdf">What Now?...Navigating Life After High School</a> <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/2019-03-05-21-42-45-April-11-What-Now.....Navigating-Life-After-High-School.pdf">What Now?...Navigating Life After High School</a> <img src="news_files/web.jpg" width="22" height="22" alt="webinar" /></p>
<p>This presentation will provide an overview of options for your teenager after high school, namely more school (post-secondary education or training), employment or a gap year(s). Typically, a gap year after high school for young adults with autism means sleeping late, gaming more and losing skills and confidence. Some autistic individuals are not quite ready for the rigors of university, college or work and need support to build readiness skills before taking that next step. This workshop will provide an opportunity to discuss strategies and resources to help strike the right balance between continued learning, part-time employment and social/recreational opportunities once high school ends. </p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Monday April 15</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/2019-03-06-20-39-57-April-15-Child-Anxiety.pdf">Anxiety in Early Childhood</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>How come my child is suddenly refusing to go to school, sleep alone or is afraid to be away from me? Could this be anxiety? This workshop will give insight into how anxiety works in children, how do we recognize it and what can we do? This presentation will cover children pre-school through to school-age.</p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Thursday April 18</font><br />
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/2019-03-14-15-36-17-April-18-Parenting.pdf">Optimal Parenting in the First 2000 Days of Life</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>This presentation will provide an overview of the various areas of child development (e.g., physical health, social competence). Evidence shows that some children are not performing as well as others in these areas. I will discuss how engaging in sensitive and responsive forms of parenting can help children develop optimally. We will review video examples to illustrate when parenting behavior and communication could be strengthened to optimize child development. </p>
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<p><strong>Monday April 22<br />
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM</strong></strong><br />
South Health Campus, Auditorium 2<br />
4448 Front St SE, Calgary<br />
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<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-03-07-20-16-25-April-22-Juno-House-South-Health.pdf">Juno House presents: Healthy Brains = Healthy Children</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>Before High School graduation, one third of adolescent girls will experience depression, anxiety disorders, self harm or an eating disorder.<br />
At Juno House www.junohouse.ca we believe in the extraordinary healing power of parents and caregivers. We believe that you can learn all of the skills that you need to become your teen’s emotional coach. We believe that talking does not grow neurons; experience grows neurons. We will share steps and strategies from the Juno House Therapeutic Model that will give you effective emotional coaching tools for your children as they develop through adolescence and into young adulthood. You will learn about :<br />
• Neuroscience and the developing brain,<br />
• Brain integration of the left and right brain,<br />
• How anxiety develops,<br />
• The background of emotions and how to understand them in your child,<br />
• The five emotional coaching steps, <br />
• Strategies to help guide your adolescent through the challenges they will face in their academic, peer, and emotional environments.<br />
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<strong>Wednesday April 24</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/2019-03-04-17-53-29-April-24-Core-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 April 25</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Dalhousie School<br />
300, 3820 24th Ave SW, Calgary
<p><font face="Century Gothic"> <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-03-05-21-52-20-April-25-ADHD-is-Awesome.pdf">ADHD is Awesome!</a> </font><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>ADHD is often thought of in terms of its symptoms and associated problems. Unfortunately, a deficit-based approach, focusing on what is wrong, can be very impairing for children and their families. However, there are so many positive qualities of ADHD that need to be celebrated! In this session, you will learn about what ADHD is, why it is awesome, and how to capitalize on its assets to promote long-term success.</p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Tuesday April 30</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM</strong></strong><br />
Hull Services - Social Room<br />
2266 Woodpark Ave SW, Calgary
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-02-28-15-18-56-April-30-Cannabis.pdf">Cannabis and Calgary's Youth: How to help young people make an informed and responsible choice</a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>The legalization of marijuana is here. As adults, we play an important role in supporting our City's youth in making smart decisions surrounding its use. To help you play this role successfully, we're inviting parents and mentors to learn more about its use, the effects on the young brain and changes in Federal and Provincial laws. This informative and engaging presentation focuses on facts and helpful strategies to help you start supportive conversations surrounding cannabis and its use with the young people in your life.</p>
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<strong><font face="Century Gothic">Tuesday April 30</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
Chestermere Municipal Office<br />
105 Marina Road, Chestermere
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2019-01-28-21-24-16-April-30-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>Sessions in partnership with Rockyview Schools, MHCB Stepping Stones to Mental Health</p>
<p><strong><font face="Century Gothic">Tuesday April 2</font><br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong></strong><br />
<font face="Century Gothic">Manachaban Middle School</font><br />
724 Chiniki Dr, Cochrane </p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-11-18-23-18-20-April-2-Adolescent-Stress-and-Anxiety.pdf">Understanding Adolescent Stress and Anxiety</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 discussion on anxiety and stress in adolescents; what it is, what it may look like and how you can help your youth. This session will teach attendees strategies such as mindfulness and relaxation, and will also provide resources that can support caregivers and their youth.</p>
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<h2 align="center">RECORDED SESSIONS <img src="news_files/record.jpg" width="45" height="45" /><br />
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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><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2018-08-15-16-16-23-Aug-10-Dating-Violence.pdf">Adolescent Dating Violence: Prevalence, Correlates, Outcomes and Prevention</a> </p>
<p align="left">This presentation will introduce attendees to the topic of adolescent dating violence. The latest research on prevalence, correlates and outcomes will be reviewed, as well as best practices for prevention. The presenter will also review key take-aways for health care providers, parents and educators.</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>
<p align="left">Objectives:<br />
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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<p align="left"><strong>PUBLIC</strong></p>
<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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<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 align="left"><strong>AHS EMPLOYEES</strong></p>
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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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