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Coping for children and teenagers ages 5-16 who are adjusting to changes in family life due to death, divorce or separation.
Children/teens are placed in age appropriate groups and guided in activities designed to help them express feelings about their experience. (Siblings will not be placed in the same small group.)
The focus of the six-week series is to enhance the self-esteem of each participant and as a result help each begin to adjust to changes in his/her family.
OMAHA
Summer Session*: Wednesdays - June 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2009 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
St. Patrick - Elkhorn, 20500 W Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE
Pre-registration is required for the children's program.
*Note: Adult session will be offered at the same time.
What do the children say?
"I understand more about my parents and I know they both love me."
"It's OK to show feelings and it's OK to feel afraid."
"I feel better. I don't blame myself."
"There are lots of different kinds of families."
"It's OK to cry. If you have a problem don't be afraid to talk about it."
What do the parents say?
"When I needed coping sessions they were there. It is so good to have something for my children now."
"I was glad they were able to come because, honestly, it has been one of the few things we did together these past weeks."
"These sessions were very beneficial. My children need help too during such a time as this."
Pre-registration is required. Suggested donation is $10 for all six sessions for one child or $15 for two or more children. No one will be turned away because of inability to pay.
For application and more information contact:
Family Life Office
3214 North 60th Street
Omaha, NE 68104
(402) 551-9003
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