Alberta Health Services Workshops

To register for any of the below workshops, go to this link:  community.hmhc.ca/sessions

Emotional Regulation for Parents, Caregivers, and ChildrenJan 23/2020 @ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Briar Hill Elementary
This presentation will introduce ways in which parents and adults providing care to children can self-regulate and model calming behaviors to help children who are emotionally escalated and/or difficult to manage. Drawing on neuroscience and the latest research on attachment theories in early childhood and beyond, attendees will develop an understanding of how to craft interactions with young people that are positive, reciprocal, and empowering for all family members.



Seeing through the VapeJan 23, 2020 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Crossing Park School
Given e-cigarette popularity amongst young Canadians there are concerns about the possible adverse health effects, renormalization of smoking and tobacco uptake among youth, and other unforeseen consequences of their use. In this workshop you will gain knowledge about e-cigarettes and vaping, impacts of nicotine, appropriate prevention, identifying problematic use and legislation.



Mindfulness for Stress Management and Emotional RegulationJan 25, 2020 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Calgary Girls School
This SATURDAY session will help introduce you to the main concepts of Mindfulness practices and give you ways to reduce stress in yourself and your children. In this transformative practice, you will be introduced to ways that mindfulness can be used to increase focus and achievement while giving you a toolbox of experiential skills that help lower anxiety, build resilience, reduce stress and help with your (or your child’s) emotional regulation.

Youth 10+ may join with their caregiver(s).



Taming Anxiety GremlinsJan 30, 2020 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Dalhousie School
Anxiety is at epidemic levels among children and teens. This workshop will promote parent and teachers' understanding of anxiety and teach them how traditional ways of offering help may unwittingly feed into the child's worries and associated behaviours. Participants will learn effective tools to help children manage their anxiety to promote their resilience and overall well-being.



Understanding Adolescent Stress and AnxietyFeb 10, 2020 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
East Lake School
A discussion on anxiety and stress in adolescents; what it is, what it may look like and how you can help your youth. This session will teach attendees strategies such as mindfulness and relaxation, and will also provide resources that can support caregivers and their youth.



Understanding Adolescent Stress and AnxietyFeb 10, 2020 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM


A discussion on anxiety and stress in adolescents; what it is, what it may look like and how you can help your youth. This session will teach attendees strategies such as mindfulness and relaxation, and will also provide resources that can support caregivers and their youth.



Navigating the Social Network Super Highway *Also available as a Webinar*Feb 13, 2020 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Ability Hub
Having social networks is part of who we are as human beings. They play a significant role in most areas of our daily life. For adolescents and adults with autism, creating and maintaining meaningful social connections can often feel difficult, confusing, and overwhelming. This presentation will focus on the importance of developing and maintaining connections throughout your community. We will discuss how to build networks across a variety of contexts including school, work, and recreation. The discussion will also identify strategies that can be used to support the growth of social connections across in-person situations as well as in the digital world.

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Navigating the Social Network Super Highway *Also available as a Webinar*6:30 PM - 8:30 PM


Having social networks is part of who we are as human beings. They play a significant role in most areas of our daily life. For adolescents and adults with autism, creating and maintaining meaningful social connections can often feel difficult, confusing, and overwhelming. This presentation will focus on the importance of developing and maintaining connections throughout your community. We will discuss how to build networks across a variety of contexts including school, work, and recreation. The discussion will also identify strategies that can be used to support the growth of social connections across in-person situations as well as in the digital world.