Families & Relationships topics

Child Abuse & Domestic Violence by Lynn Koch & Janel Irvin – Family violence and child abuse are linked. Violence in families affects children today and tomorrow. Participants will learn about linkages between child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault and be able to identify at-risk situations. Ms. Koch is a DVA/SAC Victim Advocate and Ms. Irwin is a Seeds of Hope Victim Advocate.

Child Abuse Prevention Services by Jana Enfield & CAPS Staff – Many strategies are used to prevent child abuse and neglect. Learn about the unique and effective programs that are provided in Marshall County and how to refer families to these services. Speakers will discuss the Building Healthy Families home visitation program, Stork's Nest incentive program, Crisis Child Care program, and Sexual Abuse Prevention program (available in Marshall, Hardin and Tama Counties).

Divorce Hurts by Don Lamb – What are some things we can do to prevent divorce? Or at least reduce the hurt? I think there are many possibilities! We’ll explore some common sense ways to prevent some divorces.

Mom & Me – Starting the Conversation About Puberty by Kathy Dooley – A fun session designed to get moms, or the significant female in the household, and girls from 4th through 7th grades talking about the changes they face as they enter puberty. A “basket” filled with hygiene and personal-care products serves as a trigger to start the conversation about menstruation and emotions. Presentation lasts about one hour.

Partnering to Support Families: Where Do Families Go For Help? by Linda Havelka & Ruth Krueger – This interactive discussion will address the community resources available for referring families at risk. Participants will learn about community resources and how to refer families to community-based resources.

Protecting Relationships by Dr. Robert L. Moore – Dr. Moore has designed relationship talks for singles, couples or groups. He will assist your group in thinking about marriage and other relationships. He’ll talk about counseling, take a look at some of the major reasons relationships struggle, and draw on his experience as a marriage counselor to make some observations on how couples can protect and enhance their relationship. He is also prepared to present on the importance of pre-marital relationship guidance and counseling.

Strengthening Families Through Home Visitation by Jana Enfield – Examine how the Building Healthy Families homes visitation program reduces the risk of child abuse and helps parents be their child’s first and best teacher.