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Picky Eating and Problem Feeding
Does your child avoid certain foods, textures and entire food groups? Or, do you have a child with more complex feeding needs? Join Connecting for Kids for a discussion with practical strategies featuring Esther A. L. Verbovszky, MA, CCC-SLP, of Star Center Foundation and Cleveland Feeding and Swallowing Center LLC. During the program, Verbovszky will discuss using “adventurous eating” to build curiosity and reduce fear around foods. She will also instruct parents and caregivers how to know whether it’s just picky eating or problem feeding. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 6:30 p.m., Westlake Porter Public Library
Virtual Caregiver Connection Groups
Baby Steps to Black Joy: A Caregiver Connection Group
Are you stuck in cycles of fear, anger and burnout as a parent, and looking for small ways to build habits of strength and joy? Join Connecting for Kids for an interactive talk with Anna Jones, LISW, of Up the Steps. The program will include learning how to build small practices of gratitude that can help make room for more joy. Attendees will also have the chance to discuss the loneliness and burnout felt by many Black American caregivers. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m.
The Highs and Lows of the Holidays
Find support as you prepare to navigate the holiday season with your child who has ADHD, anxiety, autism or other concerns. Connect with others at this virtual peer support group for parents and caregivers! Monday, Nov. 30, 7 p.m.
ADHD and Big Emotions
Does your child have a hard time managing their feelings, with intense and long-lasting emotional reactions? Join Connecting for Kids for a talk with Dr. Angela Dover and Erin Strahsburg, LPC, of Innovation Counseling, to learn ways to support your ADHD child with big emotions. The program includes understanding the overlap between ADHD and emotions, learning how to affirm your child’s big feelings and the tools parents and caregivers can use to help their child find balance at home and in social settings. Thursday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m.
Registration is required for these programs. Register online: www.connectingforkids.org/events, via email: info@connectingforkids.org or Call/Text: 440-570-5908
