If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
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ACES Training Series - ACES 101, 102, 103
ACES 101: Understanding ACEs - Thursday, November 7, 2024- 2pm-3:30pm
ACES 102: Overcoming ACEs - Thursday, November 14, 2024- 2pm-3:30pm
ACES 103: Preventing ACEs - Thursday, November 21, 2024- 2pm-3:30pm
The youth you work with may struggle with the traumatic effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). ACEs often interfere with school success and can negatively impact participation in activities, events, relationships, overall wellness, and life outcomes. We invite you to learn about ACEs and their impact on brain development and behavior. This ACEs training series is intended to help parents and adults who serve youth better understand the impact of ACEs and to learn some best practice strategies to help youth and families overcome and prevent the future occurrence of ACEs, changing lives in a positive direction.
A Brief Introduction to Neurodiversity: What Is It and How to Support Youth
Date: November 19, 2024 Time: 2pm-3:30pm
Have you ever wondered what neurodiversity means and what exactly we are referring to when we mention adults or youth with neurodiverse needs? This workshop
1) helps participants understand the term ‘neurodiversity’ and how to better address the needs of individuals with neuro diverse needs.
2) describes common characteristics of neurodiversity, what it is, and what it looks like.
3) provide best-practices strategies to manage common symptoms and how to improve accessibility to resources and services for the neurodiverse in your community.
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org