Hot Topics – Cool Workshops Monday, August 31 – Parenting to Prevent Bullying Thursday, September 3 & Thursday, September 10– Parents On Board (Watertown) Tuesday, September 8 & Tuesday, September 15 – Active Parenting (Southside) Tuesday, September 22 & Thursday, September 24 – Active Parenting Monday, September 28 – Speech & Language Development Wednesday, October 21 – Spanish Truancy Workshop Thursday, October 22 & Thursday, October 29 – Parents On Board (Tuckers Crossroads) Monday, October 26 & Tuesday, October 27 – Active Parenting of Teens Monday, November 2 – ADHD Workshop Tuesday, November 3 & Thursday, November 5 – Active Parenting (Carroll Oakland) Monday, November 9 – Truancy Workshop Monday, November 16 – Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Thursday, Dec. 3, Monday, Dec. 7 & Tuesday, Dec. 8 – Cooperative Parenting and Divorce Monday, January 11 & Tuesday, January 12 – Active Parenting Monday, January 25 – Anger Management Workshop Wed., Jan. 27, Wed., Feb. 3, Wed., Feb. 10 – Padres Activos de Hoy (Spanish Active Parenting) Monday, February 1 – Truancy Workshop Monday, February 8 – Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Monday, March 1 – Parenting to Prevent Bullying/Cyberbullying Monday, March 29 – Autism Workshop Monday, April 12 – Parenting to Prevent Violence Monday, April 19 – What to do this Summer? (Wilson County Civic League) Monday, April 26 – Preventing Child Abuse Monday, May 3 – ADHD Workshop Monday, May 10 – Internet Safety/Cyberbullying *All workshops are held at Castle Heights Upper Elementary Library unless otherwise noted. **While we strive not to, dates are subject to change Need extra help? Counseling could be your option, here are some choices locally: Mt. Juliet Counseling Services Phyllis Thompson 364-6829 Ralph Cook Professional Counselor- Lantern Lane Farm 504-8362 Babb Center Hendersonville TN 824-3772 Dr. Steven Tench 889-4447 Child Psychologist has an office in Hermitage Lori Drake-Bunch, L.P.C, Rivergate Pediatrics - 512-4367 Teri Martin Crabtree, LPC - 754-5853 Mt Juliet Rd. Sees kids and adolescents Martie Barrow, Professional Counselor, Lighthouse Family Services, Inc. - 758-3825 or Timothy Green Counselor 758-3825 ext. 2 Sarah Scott - Professional Counselor, Mt. Juliet Rd. 758-4158 Sharon Grosch LCSW- 444-7885 320 W. Main St. Lebanon Individuals, Families and Couples Robbie Goad Counselor- 320 W. Main St. Lebanon 444-7885 kids ages 3-22 Michael Kirshner Mental Health Cooperative - 743-1555 For TennCare patients only Other Resources: 1-800-356-6767 Parent Helpline (Kids Don't Come With Instructions Hotline) is a 24 hour, toll-free helpline providing supportive listening, information, and referrals for families experiencing problems or stress. Parents are encouraged to explore solutions to the stresses of parenting and assistance is provided to link families with community support services. Behavior management, child development and non-physical forms of discipline are discussed. http://www.211.org/ While services that are offered through 2-1-1 vary from community to community, 2-1-1 provides callers with information about and referrals to human services for every day needs and in times of crisis. For example, 2-1-1 can offer access to the following types of services: Basic Human Needs Resource: food banks, clothing closets, shelters, rent assistance, utility assistance. Physical and Mental Health Resources: health insurance programs, Medicaid and Medicare, maternal health, Children's Health Insurance Program, medical information lines, crisis intervention services, support groups, counseling, drug and alcohol intervention and rehabilitation. Employment Supports: financial assistance, job training, transportation assistance, education programs. Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities: adult day care, congregate meals, Meals on Wheels, respite care, home health care, transportation, homemaker services. Support for Children, Youth and Families: childcare, after school programs, Head Start, family resource centers, summer camps and recreation programs, mentoring, tutoring, protective services. http://www.daystarcounselingministries.org counseling for kids, small groups and camps http://ichope.com Help for mental health issues c.h.a.d.d. of franklin Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is so common that nearly seven percent of children ages 5 - 17 have it. C.H.A.D.D. (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a national non-profit organization that helps support ADD and ADHD families with a bi-monthly publication called Attention!, an annual conference and parent support groups. To learn more or to offer your help, call Pam Daley at 497-5965 or email help4adhd@gmail.com. http://agapenashville.org AGAPE Nashville offers counseling for kids-adults http://www.parisandme.com/index.html PARIS GOODYEAR-BROWN LCSW, RPT-S 7003 Chadwick Drive, Suite 220 Brentwood, TN 37027 Hermitage Enrichment and Learning Program 627 Shute Lane Old Hickory, TN 8835437 Tutoring, summer enrichment camps, resources for parents, and consultation with school personnel Centerstone Behavioral Health Services 463-6600 Heartbeat Ministries offering food, gently used clothing, small household items, school supplies, resource referrals. Open Fridays and Sat. 10:00am- 1:00pm People must bring a license and proof of residency such as a current utility bill. Central Pike Business Center 232-7236 Tennessee Christian Medical Center is pleased to announce the opening of: The Recovery Center at Westgate Commons is the latest addition to our Intensive Outpatient services for those individuals coping with both addictions and mental illness. Staffed by psychiatrists, social workers and other therapists, programs are held Monday through Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at 1600 Westgate Circle, just east of I-65 at Moores Lane. All insurances and private pay clients are welcome. Call 296-9905 for more information or to enroll in this program. www.aboveandbeyondlearningcenter.com Tutoring for grades 5-8 at Mt. Juliet Middle School www.mathnasium.com Jon Willis 557-4131 Math Learning Center across from Mt. Juliet High School Restoration Community Outreach A non-profit organization with tax exempt 501(c)(3) status Executive Directors William and Nancy Jackson 14464 Lebanon Rd. Suite A 754-7777 Offering Beacon Reading Tutoring Preventive Maintenance for children 11-19 through monthly youth gatherings and summer youth daycamps Basic Computer/Typing skills/Office procedure skills classes Other services Parenting classes, mentoring, art/music/drama Fees, if any, are tailored to the individual ability to pay. They will not turn you away if you cannot pay. If you would like to volunteer to help with tutoring and assisting with Youth Activity Group functions or know of a child who needs tutoring, or would benefit from the youth monthly meetings, please give them a call. Funded also through United Way of Wilson County Dynamic Therapy Center Lebanon TN 443-4445 autism groups social skills group They also offer parent workshops: Behavior tips Developmental milestones Helpful Counseling Associates, located on Mt. Juliet Road next to the library - 754-5853 ______________________________________________________ *Also, please see the Parenting section for helpful websites.