The years from ages 9-14 are an incredible opportunity for parents to build bonds with their children to prevent
tobacco, alcohol and drug abuse. Learn how to help your child and maintain your sanity in this 5-workshop
series developed by Channing Bete and recognized as a national best practice resource by The U.S. Dept. of Health & Human
Services. Parents who have taken Guiding Good Choices have significantly reduced the risk of their
children using drugs, alcohol and tobacco. Workshops will be facilitated by Essex Pediatrics’ nurse
practitioner Jean Coffey and volunteer social worker Karin Hammer.
Cost
for the series is $25, and includes the family workbook. The $25 fee will be refunded to parents who complete
the series to use for a family activity that engages children in good choices! Full scholarships are available.
See the Guiding Good Choices national website for more information at http://www.channing-bete.com/prevention-programs/guiding-good-choices/
For more information about CHIPS offering, call Ray at 878-6982 or email info@essexchips.org.
REGISTRATION
WILL OPEN IN AUGUST 2008
Email the following information to info@essexchips.org. We will reply with to confirm your registration!
1. The name(s) of parent(s) or guardian(s) attending
(If more than one parent or guardian from a family attends, only one fee of $25 applies).
2. Mailing Address
3. Day and evening phone numbers
4. The first name and age of each of your children between
the ages of 9-14.
5. Do you need a scholarship?
6. Do you have any special needs?
St. James Episcopal Church is accessible, please note the entrance door is heavy. A nut-free snack and juice and
water will be provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do two parents or
guardians have to attend? No.
Do I have to attend all five sessions? We encourage
you to attend all 5 sessions to get the most benefit. However we understand that parents may have a conflict.
If you are unable to attend MOST of the sessions, we suggest you wait to register for another series.
Is there
childcare available? Not for this offering. We hope to make it available at another time.
