Family Resource Center of Central NH presents two free workshops March 9 and 23

LACONIA — The Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire will offer two free workshops from 9:30 — 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, March 9 and 23.

“Receiving and Accepting a Diagnosis in Children” will be the topic of the March 9 session, which will address the emotions and realities that families may experience after they receive a developmental or medical diagnosis for their child. Katy Gautsch from Partners in Health will discuss the steps to take including learning how to navigate complex systems like: mental health, special education, hospital and specialists, and community resources. This will be an open discussion where families can feel free to share and hopefully learn from one another in a non-judgmental environment. There will also be information given regarding Belknap County and lower Grafton County resources.

“Using Toys as Tools” will be presented by Lauren Baron and Deb Danforth of the Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire on March 23. Attendees will learn how to use everyday items and those forgotten, “played out” toys in different ways as tools to support and encourage a child’s developmental growth — and also make the items themselves fun again. This workshop is for families who have children from birth to three years old.

Advance registration is requested. Onsite childcare will be provided and assistance with transportation is available with advance notice and approval. Attendance certificates will be provided at these free parenting programs sponsored by Lakes Region Community Services’ Family Resource Center of Central New Hampshire. Call Tricia Murphy at 524-1741.