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Prepare to Say Goodbye As you age , it ’ s normal to consider what the end of your life will bring — not only for yourself , but also for your loved ones . Discuss important documents and information and explore conversations you should begin now . How do you want your household items distributed ? Do family members know what ’ s in your will ? Gain peace of mind so you can enjoy your best life ! Mary O ’ Brien
Date : Wed , Mar 31 Time : 1:00 – 2:30 pm Cost : $ 25 Class #: AESI1 Location : Online via Zoom
Being Mortal Based on the best selling book Being Mortal by Dr . Atul Gawande , this class provides a platform for discussing how to live a very good life in the face of our own mortality — and what will matter to us in the end . Participants will have an opportunity to consider how they may want to live at the end of their lives as well as the roles that medicine and communication may play . Participants are encouraged to either read the book or view the PBS Frontline special , but do not need to do either before attending class . Mary O ’ Brien
Date : Wed , Apr 14 Time : 1:00 – 2:30 pm Cost : $ 25 Class #: AESI6 Location : Online via Zoom
Discover your Roots Learn how to start researching your family tree ! Discover free tools for starting your family tree , how to gather and add family information , how to use free databases , and how to find other family tree information . Forms and outlines will be provided via email prior to each session . During the third session you will do some searching for one of your own ancestors . Mary Wickersham
Date : Thu , Apr 15 – 29 ( 3 sessions ) Time : 6:30 – 8:00 pm Cost : $ 29 Class #: AES12 Location : Online via Zoom
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I am F . I . N . E . Parenting adolescents is difficult . The typical response to “ How are you ?” is often “ I am fine .” However , based on tone , body language or instinct , you suspect otherwise . Hormones , peer relationships and pressures , busy schedules and school can create a vulnerability for teens to develop mental health and / or substance use difficulties . As a result , you can often find yourself desperate for guidance and support on how help your child . This dynamic presentation will help you begin to identify when your adolescent is not fine and ways to intervene . Cynthia Doth
Date : Thu , Jun 3 Time : 6:00 – 7:00 pm Cost : FREE , please pre-register Class #: AES14 Location : Online via Zoom
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The Enneagram of Personality Discover the Enneagram of Personality , a model of the human psyche as nine interconnected personality types . The Enneagram differs from other personality systems in that it looks at the motivation for behavior . As such , it can be used as a spiritual or psychological tool . Find your own type and gain a deep understanding of other types . Through this unique lens , you can soothe relationships with spouses , coworkers , etc . in a short amount of time because you take an honest look at differences without creating polarities . You will also come away with a keen sense of your own struggles as well as your personal integrity . Mary Paquette
Date : Mon , Apr 19 – May 3 ( 3 sessions ) Time : 6:30 – 8:00 pm Cost : $ 29 Class #: AESI3 Location : Online via Zoom
Top Secret Project : Inside the Teen Bedroom Many parents consider their teenager ’ s bedroom off limits , but sometimes too much privacy can be harmful . The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation created this unique and interactive look inside the lives of teenagers . Learn to identify possible warning signs of substance use , eating disorders , self-harm , and other mental health disorders . We ’ ll discuss strategies for communicating effectively with teens , setting clear expectations and modeling healthy behaviors , and provide resources for intervention and prevention . Cynthia Doth
Date : Thu , Aug 19 Time : 6:00 – 7:30 pm Cost : FREE , please pre-register Class #: AES15 Location : Online via Zoom
More Parenting Classes Parenting has never been easy . Parenting during COVID-19 ? Even harder . The experts at Spark & Stitch Institute are here to offer extra support through a variety of self-paced online courses for parents and caregivers . Receive short videos and strategy-packed downloadable guides to work through at your own pace , on your own schedule . Visit isd622 . ce . eleyo . com for details and registration information . Spark & Stitch Institute
• Say Yes to No : Why Kids Need Loving Boundaries and How to Set Them
• Connected : How to Show Up For Your Kids in the Digital Age
• Why Do They Act That Way ? Proven Strategies To Understand and Stay Connected To Your Teen
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