About this Event
Thank you for your interest in learning more about our program!
Program Info:
Our "Family Ties" program- featuring workshops held simultaneously for children (ages 7-13) and their parents or guardians- will help families build stronger emotional connection and communicate more constructively, while balancing a busy life.
Throughout the workshops, parents and children will participate in both separate and shared activities focused on topics like self-awareness, healthy self-expression, successful interpersonal communication, and effective conflict de-escalation.
Children's activities include journaling, creative expression, communication exercises, group discussions, and reflective activities that help them to better understand their feelings, needs, and inner world.
Adult activities include mindfulness/meditation practice, group discussions, reflection exercises to connect with and identify needs, and role play to practice interpersonal communication and conflict de-escalation skills.
Through Family Ties, families will develop the skills to become more connected and communicate more compassionately through peacebuilding activities- building stronger listening skills, developing healthier ways of expressing needs, and strengthening trust. Our goal is that each family leaves the program with stronger communication skills to foster closer ties at home.
Logistical Info:
Family Ties consists of 6 weekly workshops from 4-6 pm on Saturdays and runs from September 5th to October 10th. Families can register for the first three sessions and then enroll in the second half of the program after 3 weeks. The total program cost is $300; each session is $50,. Please reserve your spot for the first three sessions via EventBrite, and fill out this registration form (https://bit.ly/4yp1loo).
Regarding cost, we use a sliding scale- please contact [email protected] for more information about financial aid before signing up via Eventbrite!
Please email [email protected] with any questions. Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you!
Event venue & nearby stays
Anne's Haven, 5629 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, United States
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