Workshops

Below are upcoming workshops sponsored by Stone Soup Group.
Key:

= Childcare available with 48 hours' notice 

= Phone-in participation available 
   = Webinar (computer based) participation available

If a symbol is not next to the title,
it is NOT offered for that workshop.

FASD 101

WHEN: Monday, November 14th, 2011 12:00P - 4:00P

WHERE: Stone Soup Group (307 E. Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage)

Presented by: Renee Leyland, Stone Soup Group

This workshop will provide a foundation of knowledge and understanding of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. A thought provoking process for those who have struggled with children or clients who seem unmotivated or non-compliant, this workshop will offer different perspectives on what may be going on for these individuals.

Participants will:
+Explore common false beliefs about FAS;
+Learn about impacts of alcohol on fetal development;
+Study specific areas of the brain and the critical roles they play;
+Gain a working knowledge of terms used to define and diagnose people with prenatal exposure related conditions;
+Understand the value of a good diagnosis;
+Develop a framework for discussing primary manifestations of prenatal alcohol exposure;
+Differentiate between primary and secondary disabilities and learn protective factors for preventing secondary disabilities.

This curriculum has been approved for education hours for: AK DEED; AK CCDPC; AK Bd. of LMFTs; AK Chapter of NABCC; AK Bd. of Nursing; AK Bd of Psych/Psychological Associate Examiners; AK Bd. of Prof. Counselors; and AK Bd of Social Work Examiners.

REGISTER: http://svy.mk/nQFfMP

Childcare IS NOT available for this training.

Call-in Participation is NOT available for this training.

Space is limited! You MUST be registered to attend this workshop.

For more information on this course please contact Splendora Ulukivaiola at: splendorau@stonsoupgroup.org or by phone at 907-561-3701

Pets and People Partnership

The Pets and People Partnership, a joint project of Stone Soup Group, Anchorage Animal Care and Control, Canine Connection, and Alaska Assistance Dogs, develops and promotes animal related programs and activities that benefit Alaskans experiencing developmental differences and their typically developing peers. Our programs provide opportunities for healthy physical interaction, emotional bonding, esteem building and social skill development.

WHERE: Anchorage Animal Control, 4711 Elmore Road

Certified Animal Trainers teach each class of 6-8 participants. Parents or aides need to attend all classes.

Shelter Dog Training: For individuals 12 years of age to adult.
Participants will work with a variety of dogs teaching hand and voice commands to improve adoptability. All dogs trained by these classes have been adopted within 24 hours after participating in the training group and none have returned to the shelter!

Trainer: Kathy Broome of Canine Connection

Next Shelter Dog Training Class starts Saturday, October 1 – November 5, 2:30 – 3:30 pm.

Cat Handling Class: For individuals 12 years of age to adult.
Participants will work with shelter cats, learning appropriate handling techniques including petting, nurturing, grooming and soothing to enhance the animal's adoptability.

Trainer: Mary O'Connor

Next Cat Handling Class starts Tuesday, October 11 - November 8, 2011 and February 7 - March 6, 2012. Each class series is 5 weeks long. Classes will be from 5:30 – 6:30pm

Classes are filled based on the date the application form is received. For further information contact Renee Leyland or Cheri Scott at Stone Soup Group.

PPP App and Skills.pdf

Advocacy Series

Are you ready to tell your story? Looking for change in our systems? Not sure where to start? Who do you talk to? What do they want to hear?

Join us for this 4-Part Advocacy Series. Learn what advocacy is, when and where to advocate, what to say and who to tell for the action you want. Every week the group will explore ways to feel comfortable talking to a group and learn how to self advocate vs. advocating for others.

WHEN:
Part 2 Thursday, November 3rd, 2011 :: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm *DATE CHANGE*

Part 3 Thursday, November 10th, 2011 :: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm*DATE CHANGE*

Part 4 Thursday, November 17th, 2011 :: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm*DATE CHANGE*

WHERE:

Stone Soup Group (307 E. Northern Lights Blvd. - Anchorage)

Childcare IS NOT available for this training.

Call-in Participation is NOT available for this training.

Space is limited! You MUST be registered to attend this workshop.

REGISTER: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/advocacy11

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