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Volunteers Needed:
MLK Day of Service
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Join Iowa Wesleyan College in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by giving back on Monday, January 19th.
Volunteers will be collecting hygiene items, specifically toilet paper and deodorant, at Hy-Vee in Mt. Pleasant from 8a.m.- 6p.m. for the Fellowship Cup. Bookmarks with lists of needed products will be passed out by volunteers and items will be collected as patrons leave the store.
If you're interested in volunteering at any point throughout the day please contact Samantha Johnson at Iowa Wesleyan College. samantha.johnson@iwc.edu
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January:
15th- National Hat Day
19th- National Popcorn Day
21st- Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
27th- Chocolate Cake Day
29th- National Puzzle Day
30th- Backwards Day
Wear your favorite hat, eat some chocolate cake, and volunteer in your community!
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Save the Date!
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The Second Annual Bowl-a-Thon to benefit the Henry County  Mentoring Program will be held on Saturday, March 2nd at Iris Bowling from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. For $100, a team of four can bowl, win prizes, and bid on silent auction items. It's a great way to support HCMP while having a great time! Get your team together and register by contacting Cassie or Holly at 385-8126. |
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| National Mentoring Month! | |
Happy New Year! January 2013 bring us the annual celebration of National Mentoring Month. Throughout the month Club M will be celebrating our mentors through mentor recognition events,reconvening Club M for 2013, and attending Mentoring Day on the Hill!
Mentoring Day on the Hill will take place all day on Thursday, January 17th in Des Moines. We are currently looking for mentors and mentees to attend to help us advocate for and celebrate mentoring.
In addition, in the spirit of National Mentoring Month we are looking for more mentor volunteers!
If you, or someone you know, are interested in becoming a mentor or attending Mentoring Day on the Hill please contact Cassie or Holly at 385-8126. |
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Parents360 Training
The Henry County Mentoring Program, in partnership with the Henry County Substance Abuse Coalition, will be hosting a Parents360 training on Tuesday, January 29th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Henry County Iowa State Extension Office in Mt.Pleasant. The training, which is a part of the larger PACT 360 program, is a community education program that engages parents through a presentation called Parents: You Matter. The presentation provides parents and other caring adults with valuable insights as to why kids use, how parents can start the dialogue about the dangers of substance abuse with their kids and what steps to take if they suspect or know their child is using. It underscores the need for parents to educate themselves about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and to be the go-to source when their children have questions.
Dinner and childcare will be provided during the training.
Please contact Cassie Gerst at 385-8126 with questions and to RSVP
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Helping Children Manage Tragedy
As an adult, you may be struggling with how to talk with children in your life about tragedy or loss. Here is advice from the American Psychological Association on how to help children manage distress in times of tragedy.
Consider the following tips for helping your children manage their distress.
- Keep home a safe place.
- Children, regardless of age, often find home to be a safe haven when the world around them becomes overwhelming. During times of crisis, it is important to remember that your children may come home seeking the safe feeling they have being there. Help make it a place where your children find the solitude or comfort they need. Plan a night where everyone participates in a favorite family activity.
- Watch for signs of stress, fear, or anxiety.
- After a traumatic event, it is typical for children (and adults) to experience a wide range of emotions, including fearfulness, shock, anger, grief and anxiety. Your children's behaviors may change because of their response to the event. They may experience trouble sleeping, difficulty with concentrating on school work or changes in appetite. This is normal for everyone and should begin to disappear in a few months. Encourage your children to put their feelings into words by talking about them or journaling. Some children may find it helpful to express their feelings through art.
- Take "news breaks"
- Your children may want to keep informed by gathering information about the event from the Internet, television or newspapers. It is important to limit the amount of time spent watching the news because constant exposure may actually heighten their anxiety and fears. Also, scheduling some breaks for yourself is important; allow yourself time to engage in activities you enjoy.
- Take care of yourself
- Take care of yourself so you can take care of your children. Be a model for your children on how to manage traumatic events. Keep regular schedules for activities such as family meals and exercise to help restore a sense of security and normalcy.
Click here to view the complete article by the American Psychological Association
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