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Local parents are invited to attend an information session about the Journey Family Success Center Parent Advisory Board at Project Self-Sufficiency, Tuesday, April 8th, 5:00 p.m.?Organizers are seeking input from families regarding area services, parenting challenges and concerns, and ideas for upcoming events. Family Success Center staff will highlight ways the agency can address issues facing local parents and incorporate feedback into future programs.?Dinner and childcare will be provided for those in attendance.?The gathering will also be available on Zoom; interested participants are invited to call 973-940-3500 to obtain log-in details. Advance registration for the in-person session is required. ? “Input from parents is crucial to the success of the Family Success Center and we are excited about offering residents the opportunity to meet area providers, express their concerns about gaps in services, and identify strategies for moving forward,” remarked Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.?“The Family Success Center has supported Sussex County parents and children for many years. Expanding the Parent Advisory Board will allow us to further respond to the needs of area families and incorporate their suggestions into existing and new programs for the community.” ? Those who attend their first meeting of the Journey Family Success Center Parent Advisory Board will be eligible to receive a gift card. Project Self-Sufficiency is located at 127 Mill Street in Newton.?For information about the Parent Advisory Board, or to find out more about any of the programs sponsored by the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500 or visit www.journeyfsc.org.

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Project Self-Sufficiency will host an Expungement seminar featuring attorney John Graves on Thursday, April 3rd, 7:00 p.m.?Participants will discuss the steps required to seal the legal record of an arrest or criminal conviction, thereby removing it from the individual’s criminal record as well as from the public record.?The presentation, which will be offered through Zoom, is free and open to the public; interested attendees should call Project Self-Sufficiency, 973-940-3500, for log-in details.?

Teens are invited to select free, new, or gently-used prom dresses and accessories from the popular “Sister-to-Sister” Prom Shop hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency.?Formal wear including prom dresses, bridesmaids’ dresses, gowns for mothers-of-the-bride, evening bags, jewelry, wraps and shawls, as well as shoes in good condition are all available at no charge.?All items are displayed in a boutique-like setting on Project Self-Sufficiency’s Newton campus, and space is available for dresses to be tried on.?The public is invited, and no appointment is needed.?The “Sister-to-Sister” Prom Shop will be open 3:00 – 7:00 p.m., April 1st, 2nd, 3rd; 3:00 – 6:00 p.m., April 4th; and 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., April 5th. ? “We are delighted to be offering teens the opportunity to receive beautiful gowns and accessories free of charge at the ‘Sister-to-Sister’ Prom Shop,” commented Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.?“We believe that every young woman deserves the chance to have a beautiful dress for that special, once-in-a-lifetime event.?Thanks to generous donations from the community, we are fortunate to have hundreds of beautiful items in our collection again this year.” ? Project Self-Sufficiency is located at 127 Mill Street in Newton.?The Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop is a program of the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency.?For information about the Sister-to-Sister Prom Shop, or to find out more about any of the programs at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500 or visit https://lnkd.in/e_iWtPu.

?Project Self-Sufficiency will offer three workshops during March and April regarding adverse childhood experiences with the goal of educating the public, supporting trauma survivors, and offering tips for prevention and healing within the community.?A virtual “Understanding ACEs: Building Self-Healing Communities” presentation on Wednesday, March 26th, 2:00 p.m., will address the neurological and biological effects of adversity on development and its corresponding impact on the health of the overall population. The workshop and discussion series, “Connections Matter”, which facilitates the conversation about issues surrounding childhood trauma, will be offered virtually in English, Tuesday, April 15th, 2:00 p.m., and in Spanish, Wednesday, April 16th, 2:00 p.m.?Tips for protection, prevention, and promoting resilience within the community will also be discussed.?All workshops are free and open to the public; interested participants are invited to call 973-940-3500 to receive log-in details.? ? During the Understanding ACEs workshop, parents, caregivers, and other community providers will learn how childhood trauma impacts physical and neurological development and discuss methods for improving health and well-being across the lifespan. ? The Connections Matter curriculum invites providers, parents, and community members to build caring connections to improve resiliency.?Discussion during the workshops will focus on understanding adverse childhood experiences and demonstrating how caring connections can serve as a primary buffer in the negative effects of trauma.?The training is appropriate for parents and providers raising and teaching school aged children. ?All three workshops are funded by the New Jersey Department of Children and Families and led by Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey.? ? Speakers will address the impact of adverse childhood experiences on social, emotional, and cognitive development, and offer tips and strategies for building resilience.?Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are widely recognized as falling into three distinct categories, abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction.?Examples of negative behavior said to result from ACEs include smoking, alcoholism, drug use, absenteeism, and lack of physical activity.?These behaviors can cause a cascade of physical and mental health problems, from diabetes to cancer to suicidal thoughts.?It is estimated that approximately 67% of the population has experienced at least one adverse childhood experience. ? Project Self-Sufficiency is bringing together professionals, providers, and parents who are committed to increasing awareness of the impact of childhood trauma on juvenile development, future violence victimization and perpetration, and lifelong health and opportunity.?

Project Self-Sufficiency will host a free, virtual Family Law seminar on Thursday, March 13th, 7:00 p.m. ?Participants will discuss child support, grounds for divorce, court procedures, alimony, parenting time, equitable distribution of assets, and other topics related to divorce.?The presentation, which will be offered through Zoom, is free and open to the public; interested attendees should call Project Self-Sufficiency, 973-940-3500, for log-in details.?The agency’s legal seminar series is a program of the Journey Family Success Center at Project Self-Sufficiency and is funded by the New Jersey Department of Children & Families.

Pediatrician Dr. Christian Canzoniero will headline a special Pregnancy & Infancy Summit at Project Self-Sufficiency, Saturday, March 15th, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This unique event will spotlight important issues faced by expectant and new parents during pregnancy and through a child’s early years; free baby items, prizes and giveaways will also be offered. ? ? Participants at Project Self-Sufficiency’s Pregnancy & Infancy Summit can receive one-on-one coaching sessions with trained parenting experts, learn about online resources for tracking their child’s development, and get up-to-date information about car seat safety, breastfeeding, nutrition, childbirth, doula services, pediatric occupational therapy, and more. Professional photos will be taken by photographer Julian Huarte. ? “The Pregnancy & Infancy Summit invites expectant parents and mothers and fathers of young children to gain valuable information about pregnancy and child development, along with expert advice about health and wellness,” explains Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency.?“We are excited to be able to offer an opportunity for these families to gain the information and resources they need to become successful parents.” ? In addition to pediatrician Dr. Christian Canzionero, representatives from several organizations will be on hand to offer additional information to mothers and parents of young children, including Project Self-Sufficiency’s Nurse Family Partnership team, occupational therapist Barbara Cheuvront, nutritionist Karla Hamal, lactation consultant Jacqulyn Potter, Macaroni Kids, NJ Safe Kids, and the Partnership for Maternal Child Health. ? Free and reduced cost activities for families and other topics related to early childhood health, safety and education will also be explored. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. The Pregnancy & Infancy Summit supplements Project Self-Sufficiency’s robust programs for pregnant women and parents of young children, including home visitation programs, Baby Beginnings events, Mommy Parties, and Parent Cafes. To register for the Pregnancy & Infancy Summit, to discuss your parenting needs, or to find out more about other programs and services available at Project Self-Sufficiency, call 973-940-3500.?

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Parents and caregivers are invited to attend free in-person parenting skills workshops and groups at Project Self-Sufficiency to learn practical strategies for addressing common parenting challenges with children. The sessions will help participants identify their parenting goals, manage behavioral problems, and promote healthy child development by using the Triple P Positive Parenting Program, a comprehensive education initiative targeted to parents, healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers of infants, toddlers, and school-aged children.? ? In-person sessions will be held at 5:00 p.m. at Project Self-Sufficiency; pizza and childcare will be available. Attendees will receive a gift card for participating. ? Targeted parenting workshops will address a wide range of topics, including: ·????????The Power of Positive Parenting, March 4th ·????????Raising Resilient Children, March 11th ·????????Raising Confident, Competent Children, March 18th ·????????Developing Good Bedtime Routines, April 8th ·????????Hassle-Free Mealtimes with Children, April 15th ·????????Managing Fighting & Aggression, April 22nd ·????????Dealing with Disobedience, April 29th ? Parents who want to learn positive parenting strategies are encouraged to attend an in-person group course on Thursdays, March 13th – April 3rd, 5:00 p.m. For those who need personalized assistance, one-on-one coaching with experienced parenting skills educators is also available by appointment. ? “The Triple P workshops and classes will give parents, caregivers, and educators simple and practical strategies to help build strong, healthy relationships, confidently manage children’s behavior, and reduce stress,” explains Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon. ? Interested participants are invited to call Project Self-Sufficiency, 973-940-3500, or register online, https://lnkd.in/eT_QBKnR.