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<h1 align="center"><font face="Century Gothic">Community Education Service<br />
January 2018</font></h1>
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<p align="center"><strong>CES</strong> 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 spot.</p>
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All sessions are Level 1 unless otherwise indicated and qualify for ACSW B Level credits.
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<p align="center">Follow us on <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/twitter.jpg" width="98" height="28" /> @CES_AHS</p>
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<p><strong>Monday January 8</strong><br />
<strong>10:00 AM – 11:30 AM</strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor)<br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary<br />
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<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-09-28-20-15-07-Jan-8-Grief-and-Loss.pdf">Grief and Loss</a> </a></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>Grief is a universal experience, yet we often feel vulnerable in our ability to support bereaved families. This session will present a basic understanding of how to understand and deal with grief. Participants will enhance learning around contemporary grief theories, healthy symptoms and experiences of grief and caring interventions. <br />
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<p><strong>Thursday January 11</strong><br />
<strong>11:00 AM – 12:30 PM</strong><br />
Ernest Manning High School<br />
20 springborough Blvd SW, Calgary</p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-16-18-08-29-Dec-7-DID.pdf">All the Pieces of Me: Childhood Dissociative Identity Disorder</a></a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></strong></p>
<p>Participants will learn about the causes for, and the process of, dissociation as a creative way to 'stay sane in an insane world' ,and how this coping skill may lead to the development of more than one personality within an individual. Signs and symptoms of the disorder will be outlined, as well as information on how parents and professionals can help these children and all their other selves.</p>
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<p><strong>Monday January 15 </strong><strong><br />
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM </strong><br />
Canada's Sport Hall of Fame - Ridell Family Theatre<br />
169 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary</p>
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-09-22-18-51-41-Jan-15-Motivation.pdf">Motivating Unmotivated Teens: A parent - focused approach</a></a> </a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" /></strong><br />
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<p>Parents become concerned with their children’s lack of motivation for school achievement when their achievement falls short of their potential. When parents attempt to enhance motivation, they find motivating young children challenging, motivating teens daunting. The task is formidable, particularly when there is a history of academic underachievement. Simply put: habits are difficult to change. Habits or patterns of behavior do not apply solely to teens, but also to parents. The idea of changing parental behaviour in such cases is not new. What makes my approach somewhat different is that I have made parental behavior the underlying principle permeating my thinking on this topic. The result is a parent - focused approach to the problem. I share the key elements of my perspective in this session. While by no means a quick solution, parent counselling, in my experience, has proven more effective than teen-focused intervention.<br />
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This session is FREE and open to all - parents, professionals and students.</p>
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<p><strong>Tuesday January 16 NEED TITLE<br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong><br />
Mitford School<br />
110 Quigley Drive, Cochrane</p>
<p><a http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-06-16-12-53-Dec-12-Stress-RVS.pdf><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-06-16-12-53-Dec-12-Stress-RVS.pdf">Kids Have Stress Too</a> </a> <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p> An introduction to key aspects of early childhood and brain development, and the crucial role parents and professionals play in buffering the impact of stress on kids. Learn strategies to help young children become aware of and manage stress in fun and engaging ways. </p>
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<p><strong>Thursday January 18 NEED TITLE<br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong><br />
Ber Church High School<br />
1010 E Lake Blvd, Airdire<br />
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<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-16-18-11-30-Dec-14-Transitioning-to-Adulthood.pdf">Transitioning to Adulthood</a>
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<p>A Workshop for Parents or Guardians of Youth with Special Needs.
Learn simplified and practical details parents must know to assist their youth to access adult services including:
PDD - Persons with Developmental Disabilities
AISH - Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped
OPG - Office of the Public Guardian (Guardianship/Trusteeship)
Transition Planning </p>
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<strong>Tuesday January 23<br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong><br />
East Lake School<br />
325 Kinniburgh Blvd, Chestermere
<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-14-18-18-48-Jan-23-ADHD-RVS-Chestermere.pdf">ADHD & Executive Functioning </a><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>The session will be an overview of ADHD and how issues with impulsivity and/or inattention impact children's ability to manage their environments. The session will also explore the impact ADHD has on Executive Functioning and how it relates to managing everyday tasks, and meeting daily expectations at home and at school, including social, emotional, behavioural and academic demands.</p>
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<p><strong>Tuesday January 23</strong><br />
<strong>7:00 PM – 9:00 PM</strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor)<br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary<br />
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<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-12-05-22-41-25-Jan-23-Anxiety.pdf">Anxiety and its Associated Consequences During Childhood and Adolescence</a></a></a><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>Among school aged children and youth, fear and anxiety are common emotions. Although many children experience healthy anxiety, some experience disproportionately higher anxiety in relation to their context (e.g., separation anxiety) and/or developmental age. This presentation will explain the nature, cause, and developmental course of anxiety disorders as well as explore the predictive nature of poor social relationships on anxiety symptoms. Information will be provided on how parents and professionals can support children with anxiety. </p>
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<p><strong>Thursday January 25<br />
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM</strong><br />
Marshall Springs School<br />
1100 Everridge Drive SW, Calgary </p>
<p>Internet Safety <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>The session will be an overview of ADHD and how issues with impulsivity and/or inattention impact children's ability to manage their environments. The session will also explore the impact ADHD has on Executive Functioning and how it relates to managing everyday tasks, and meeting daily expectations at home and at school, including social, emotional, behavioural and academic demands.</p>
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<p><strong>Thursday January 25<br />
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM</strong><br />
South Health Campus<br />
1100 Everridge Drive SW, Calgary </p>
<p>Little Warriors <img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>The session will be an overview of ADHD and how issues with impulsivity and/or inattention impact children's ability to manage their environments. The session will also explore the impact ADHD has on Executive Functioning and how it relates to managing everyday tasks, and meeting daily expectations at home and at school, including social, emotional, behavioural and academic demands.</p>
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<p><strong>Monday January 29<br /></strong><strong>7:00 PM – 9:00 PM</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/2017-12-05-21-55-35-Jan-29-ADHD.pdf">The Implications of ADHD for Kids, Parents, and Teachers</a><img src="http://community.hmhc.ca/newsletter/news_files/live.jpg" width="15" height="15" alt="live" /></p>
<p>This presentation will focus on discussing current trends in the treatment of ADHD and the impact of the disorder on social and academic functioning among school age children. Additionally, time will be spent discussing optimal means of diagnosis and treatment.</p>
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<p><strong>Wednesady January 31</strong><br />
<strong>10:30 AM – 12:30 PM</strong><br />
Alberta Children’s Hospital<br />
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor)<br />
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary<br />
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<p><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-09-22-18-47-07-Jan-31-Healthy-Brain-Development-Protective-and-Risk-Factors.pdf">Healthy Brain Development: Protective & Risk Factors</a> </a></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>Childhood and adolescence is a period of major developmental change for the human brain. The foundations for healthy brain development are laid during pregnancy and infancy, and after birth external environmental factors constantly influence how a child interacts with and learns from the world around them. This presentation will discuss our current understanding of healthy brain development during childhood and adolescence, and highlight how the interplay between protective factors (diverse support networks, good nutrition) and risk factors (maternal and child stress, substance use) can influence brain development and how a child thinks, learns, and acts. </p>
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<h2 align="center">RECORDED SESSIONS <img src="news_files/record.jpg" width="45" height="45" /><br /></h2>
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<p>The following are prerecorded sessions and are presented in the<br />
Windows Media Video (WMV) format or MP4.<br />
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<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-27-18-26-26-Nov-30-2017-Laughing-Families.pdf">Laugh Until it Helps: Building Resilience through Humour and Laughter</a></p>
<p align="left">In helping children be more resilient, the goal is not to deny the reality of their struggles but rather to recognize areas of special need & help them gain insight into their talents and inner strengths. Knowing how to face up to & answer tough questions, connect with people in ways that are helpful,& deal with frustration with creativity, imagination & even humour are all ways we can teach children to become more independent & enjoy success in school & in the community.<br />
<strong>Available until: March 31, 2018 </strong></p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-16-21-20-37-Nov-2017-Music-Therapy.pdf">Music Therapy and Early Childhood Development</a> </p>
<p align="left">The purpose of this session will be to educate participants on the benefits of using music in early childhood. The presenters will also give an overview of how the development of infants and toddlers is promoted through music therapy interventions.<br /> <strong>Available until: January 31, 2018 </strong></p>
<p align="left"><a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/files/2017-11-27-18-13-47-Jan-April-Aspen.pdf">It Takes a Community - Supports for Opportunity Youth including Family Finding, Community Support Homes, and Mentorship Based Employment</a></p>
<p align="left">Accessing treatment, reunifying with family members, and transitioning to adulthood are complex and challenging life events that are difficult for youth to navigate alone. Come and learn about the unique challenges as well as the programs and services available to help strengthen and enrich the lives of youth who have been in care and youth who are accessing treatment programs. Hear about how you can contribute to the growing body of individuals in the community who are helping address these issues alongside our youth.<br />
<strong>Available until: April 1, 2018 </strong></p>
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To register for these sessions,<a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/"> click here</a></strong></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="center"><strong>If you are interested in any of the studies below, please<br />
contact the program directly.</strong><br />
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<strong>What does your brain look like? Come find out!</strong><br />
We are looking for healthy kids aged 6-7 years for our research study involving an MRI scan and neuropsychological (math and language) assessments at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. It takes ~3 hours, and we provide a picture of your brain, $30, and parking reimbursement.<br />
If you are interested, please contact Bryce Geeraert: <a href="mailto:blgeerae@ucalgary.ca">blgeerae@ucalgary.ca</a>, 403-874-2050. </p>
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<h1><strong>HOW TO REGISTER</strong></h1>
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<div align="left">To attend <u><strong>in person</strong></u>:<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.<br />
<li> Already have an account? Register: <a href="http://community.hmhc.ca/login/">http://community.hmhc.ca/login/</a><br />
<li> OR call (403) 955-4747 for assistance if you do not have computer. </li>
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<p align="left"><strong><u>To attend via Telehealth TH (aka video-conference) / Audio Line:</u></strong><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">To view a Recorded session or 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.<br />
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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>:<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.<br />
<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><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 scheduler link below:<br />
<a href="https://vcscheduler.ca/schedule20/calendar/calendar.aspx?ID=1268">https://vcscheduler.ca/schedule20/calendar/calendar.aspx?ID=1268</a></p>
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<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><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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<p align="center"><strong>All sessions are 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 canceled.</strong></p>
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<p align="center"><strong><em>Attendance Certificates are not available for TH, Audioline 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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