Family Classes
Family Education Series
Building skills. building connections. building confidence.
Supporting your child's growth goes beyond therapy sessions. Our monthly Family Education Series is designed to help parents and caregivers build confidence with practical strategies they can use every day at home, at school, and in the community.
Led by our own licensed Occupational and Physical Therapists at MCT, these FREE educational classes provide families with tools, resources, and opportunities to connect with others who understand the unique experiences of raising children with diverse needs.
Classes are not limited to caregivers of MCT clients. Members of the wider community of Jackson & Josephine counties are also invited to join.
What you'll learn
Each month, our therapists present topics that focus on real life challenges and everyday success. Classes are interactive, practical, and designed with families in mind. Our goal is to provide caregivers with practical strategies that can be used right away.
Topics include:
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Establishing effective routines.
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Managing personal care routines.
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Supporting sensory regulation.
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Building independence & life skills.
Building connections
In additional to learning new skills, families have the opportunity to meet, connect, and share experiences with other caregivers who understand the joys and challenges of raising children with diverse needs.
What You'll Gain:
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Practical tips and strategies from experienced therapists.
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Opportunities to ask questions and problem-solve real-life challanges.
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Support and encouragement from other families.
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A chance to build connections in your community.
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Ideas you can use in everyday family life.
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Cost
FREE! These classes are funded by a community grant, and are a non-medical service. We do not bill insurance, we do not bill participants, and classes are always 100% free.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Classes are open to Jackson & Josephine County Residents. Designed for parents, caregivers, and family members who are looking for practical tools to support their child's success.
SCHEDULE
Classes are held monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of every month, and are approximately one hour duration. Join our next class on July 21st at 4:30PM (online.)
Where?
Most classes are held online, making it easy to participate from home. Once per quarter, families are invited to attend an in-person class for hands-on learning, community building, and additional opportunities to connect.
How to Register
Talk with your therapist or contact our front desk to register for an upcoming class. Whether you're looking for new strategies to support your child, seeking resources within the local community, searching for answers to small or complex challenges, or simply the opportunity to connect with other families & caregivers, we'd love to have you join us.
Contact
Phone: 541-613-6506 ext 714
Email: Shanie.Hurst@nt4kids.org