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I Matter is a program which helps families connect with mental health support. After completing a short survey, families are able to access 3 - 6 FREE sessions for their child. If more support is needed, the therapist will help the family with options. https://imattercolorado.org/
Jeffco's Mental Health Hub
Jeffco's Mental Health Hub
Easy access to information about mental health supports for students, families, and related to COVID-19. Also, provides information about suicide prevention and access to Jeffco's Virtual Calm Room.
https://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/services/mental_health_services/mental_health_hub
Jeffco Strengths
Jeffco Strengths
Jeffco has compiled a series of resources for you: check-ins and conversation starters, activities for exploring emotions, and practices for you and for the members in your household to find pathways to calm, coping, and connection.
https://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/services/mental_health_services/mental_health_support/jeffco_strengths
Does your child easily become overwhelmed leading to behavioral outbursts?
In this video, Dayna Abraham, Founder of Calm the Chaos, discusses how heightened emotions and sensory overload often lead to dysregulation and a downward spiraling.
She shares a simple strategy parents can use after an outburst to help their children identify their environmental and internal triggers to empower future self-regulation and self-advocacy.
Does your child get overwhelmed with worry and anxiety?
In this vlog, Renee Jain, author of Superpowered: Transform Anxiety Into Courage, Confidence, and Resilience, explains that we don’t want children to get rid of worry. Instead, it’s important to create a new relationship with it.
Take a listen to learn one of her effective techniques to better relate to worry and anxiety.
Interested in other ideas to support your child? Check out Bright & Quirky.
Does your child have sleep challenges?
Sleep Issues with Dr. Ricky Mohon was a parent night presentation on January 21, 2021.
A recording is available through Jeffco's Mental Health Hub.
Want to know more about supporting your child in developing Executive Functioning Skills?
Smart but Scattered Parent Presentation by Peg Dawson, February 2021
Access the recording of this presentation through Jeffco's Mental Health Hub.
2E wonderings?
2E wonderings?
Bright & Quirky is a resource for families with Twice Exceptional students with many varied needs.
Ease Your Child's Anxiety by Changing Your Response
Depression verses Autistic Burnout
Help Your Child Develop Their Inner Coach
A Strategy for 2E Caregiver Burnout
Grow Kinder is a first-of-its-kind social-emotional learning podcast featuring conversations with thought leaders in education, business, tech, and the arts who all have one thing in common: a dedication to growing kinder and helping others do the same.
Jeffco Makes
Jeffco Makes
Check out Jeffco Makes for fun, creative activities to do with your family.
Resources about talking with your child(ren) about Violence
Resources about talking with your child(ren) about Violence
These resources are shown below. The links listed will take you to the entire resource.
Managing Strong Reactions to Traumatic Events
New Remote Learning Resources for Families from Jeffco Public Schools!
New Remote Learning Resources for Families from Jeffco Public Schools!
This resource page will serve as your one-stop shop for all things related to remote learning. Click below to find resources, tips, and tools to ensure your student's success through deeper engagement.
https://jeffcopublicschools.org/restart_jeffco/remotelearning
Interested in learning about Love & Logic?
Interested in learning about Love & Logic?
If you'd like to know more about using Love & Logic ideas with your children, information is available at Love and Logic . "Raise happy and well behaved kids with positive, loving tools. The Love and Logic approach to parenting is built around the science of crafting caring and respectful relationships. An authentic, loving connection between parents and their children is the root of a healthy, thriving relationship built on trust and understanding.Sounds easy enough but never before in history have parents been faced with so many challenges! Our approach provides a variety of simple and effective strategies for parenting children from birth to adulthood. Whether you’re embarking for the first time with your new baby or navigating the turbulent teens with your youngster, our strategies and techniques will help you create calm and loving solutions." (https://www.loveandlogic.com/parents/what-is-love-and-logic-for-parents )
Components of Parent & Caregiver Training on Cyberbullying
Click on blue next to each to access article.
How to help their children safely navigate the Internet (Hinduja & Patchin, 2009)
Knowing warning signs their child is being cyberbullied (Hinduja & Patchin, 2015)
And how to have a conversation with their child if they see the warning signs (Hinduja & Patchin, 2013)
Building a positive relationship with their child around use of technology(Hinduja & Patchin, 2015)
Have clear expectations for use of technology with their children (Hinduja & Patchin, 2015)
What to do when your child is cyberbullied (Hinduja & Patchin, 2018)
Jeffco Community & Family Connections
Jeffco Community & Family Connections
Who is the Community and Family Connections team? How can they help?
Learn more about this small but mighty group of dedicated people who are here for our students and their families. Do you need support, or know someone who might? Take a moment to watch the video for details and contact information for the team.
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