Early Years 2016 by Mid-Valley Media

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CLASSES Samaritan Health Services • Corvallis Clinic • Benton County Health Services Linn County Department of Health Services • LBCC Parenting Education • Family Connections

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Program offers chance to improve quality, performance Child care providers reach for next level

Daily schedule Rocio Aviles’ daily schedule allows her time to work with various age groups. Here it is:

AMANDA NOWACKI Mid-valley Media‌

‌ hen starting out as a childW care provider 16 years ago, Rocio Aviles of Albany wanted to be known as a professional. To do that, she started taking classes to further her education and find ways to teach kids at her in-home child care. And after some hard work, she was able to get involved with Oregon’s Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS), and make a deeper commitment to quality. Aviles is one of several child care providers involved in the program in Linn and Benton counties. The goal of QRIS is to raise the quality and consistency of child care and early learning programs across the state. The system recognizes, rewards and builds on what programs are already doing well, and helps ensure children are ready for kindergarten by connecting programs and providers with free tools, financial incentives and professional advice that they can put into practice with confidence. According to Lynnette Wynkoop, the QRIS Systems Specialist & Training Coordinator with Family Connections and Linn-Benton Community College, each child care provider in the QRIS system has made a commitment to provide for children above the state mandated requirements. “When they start, each care provider has to have no major complaints against them and be ready to make changes to be higher quality,” she Wynkoop said. Each provider has to meet

6 to 8 a.m.: children arrive 8 a.m.: breakfast served After breakfast: circle time (calendar, numbers, colors, shapes, songs and stories) 10 a.m.: Snack Free play (dress up, blocks, pretend play, sensory bins, dolls and trucks) Active play including music,

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Rocio Aviles of Albany has several puzzles and table activities kids can entertain themselves with during quiet time at her star-rated child care. to have a mission statement. They also have to maintain training. “A licensed child care provider must take five hours of training each year to keep their license. QRIS providers must take 18 hours a year. That’s more than three times the amount of hours a licensed home care provider must take,” Wynkoop said. Once they are in the program, the providers can get scholarships to take classes and receive grants to pay for Aviles has multiple outdoor activities for children and will use equipment for their child care grant money to purchase a new play structure. operations. Aviles was able to receive a 33 standards in five different schedule that has enough flex- grant for a new play structure categories: children’s learning ibility to work with any age, infor the children in her proand development, health and cluding infants, and they have gram, which she will purchase safety, personnel qualifications, family partnerships, and Kindermusik administrative and business Music & Movement for Children practices. They have to have a daily

Welcome to Early Years Welcome to the 2016 edition of Early Years, a publication offering advice and resources to new parents. We hope you’ll find something of use to help you on your wonderful journey with your new baby or young child.

later this summer. Aviles became star rated in July. This included 200 hours of training, of which 80 hours had to be advanced-level training. Aviles was able to receive her basic training at LBCC and then had to travel all over the state to receive the training to she needed to accomplish this goal. “This is important because it benefits the families I work with, helping their children prepare for school,” Aviles

dance, running outside Noon: lunch Story time, rest and relaxation Quiet activities (puzzles, memory games, table activities) 2:30 p.m. snack Outside play time Free play 5 p.m. dinner Goodbyes and daily parent reports about the day. said. “It’s a complete process. Teachers are better because students are more prepared.” Parents are asked to give Aviles an annual review, which helps her improve her quality of child care. “Parents are very supportive. They make sure to sign their kids in, follow the rules and help me keep my star rating,” she said. Aviles has four to six children on any given day between the ages of 2 and 5.

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HOSPITALS‌ If your baby is born at the hospital, begin there. Check into the many support services and continuing education classes offered by Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Samaritan Albany General Hospital and Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital. All provide early pregnancy and childbirth preparation classes for parents-to-be and parental classes for after baby’s arrival. Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 541-7684752 Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 541-812-4301 Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 541-4517872 The hospitals also offer a wide range of support groups, covering topics such as childbearing loss, grief and sudden infant death syndrome. For a brochure or more information,

call one of the numbers listed above or visit www.samhealth. org. MAKE YOUR MATERNITY CONNECTION‌ You just found out you are pregnant. Congratulations! It is very exciting, but what do you do now? Samaritan Health Services developed Maternity Connections to help you organize these decisions, prepare early for your pregnancy, and help to create a pleasant and satisfying hospital stay. Your maternity care coordinator will help you design a plan for the best care possible before, during and after the birthing experience. All services are free. For more information, call the maternity care coordinator in your area: Albany: 541-812-4301 Corvallis: 541-768-6908 Lebanon: 541-451-7872 Información en español: Albany: 541-812-4303

Corvallis: 541-768-5772 Lebanon: 541-451-7872

Classes‌

SAMARITAN HEALTH SERVICES‌ Here is a partial list of childbirth and new parents classes offered by Samaritan Health Services. The Corvallis Clinic also offers classes. Call the phone number listed with each class for dates, times and other information. All about breastfeeding Learn how to optimize successful breast-feeding. Husbands and partners welcome. Free. Offered at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway in Lebanon. Call 541-451-7872 for details. Offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive. Call 541-768-5244. Also offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany; Call for

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Kaden Hentze, of Salem, tops off his chocolate ice cream with a home-made cookie while watching softball and celebrating his great grandfathers 96th birthday at Bryant Park in Albany. information: 541-812-4301

Anesthesia and pain

relief options An anesthesiologist

explain pain control options Offered at Good Samaritan during labor and delivery, and Regional Medical Center, 3600 discuss the benefits and risks N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. will of each. Free. Call 541-768-4752.

We want to help you keep your kids healthy, every day When your children are healthy, life is always much better for the entire family. That’s why, at The Corvallis Clinic, our family medicine providers focus on better ways to keep your children, and everyone else in your family healthy, as well as treating them when they’re not. Our family medicine providers practice here together with 72 other medical specialists, assuring care that’s comprehensive, coordinated,

and convenient. No wonder The Corvallis Clinic has been recognized by the Oregon Health Authority for providing the highest level of patient-focused primary care in Oregon. Give a click or a call. Because we want everyone in your family to have a healthy day, every day!

Corvallis Family Medicine 541-754-1987 Albany Waverly Drive 541-967-8221 | North Albany Village 541-926-3441 Philomath Philomath Family Medicine 541-929-2922

Find-a-Physician 541-757-3757 | www.corvallisclinic.com

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CLASSES AND RESOURCES Babysitting training

Learn how to supervise children, handle emergencies, prevent accidents, how to diaper, dress and feed babies and children. An American Red Cross certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the course. Participants must be at least 11 years old. Prerequisites: advance registration and payment. Call for information: 800-4458210. Information can also be found online at redcross.org. Becoming a new sister or brother Children will learn about baby care and see a film on pregnancy, delivery and adjusting to the new baby. Recommended for children 30 months or older, this class helps begin the process of sibling preparation and familiarizes children with the hospital. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany; call 541-8124301. Also offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis; call 541-768-4752. Also offered at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon; call 541-451-7872. Breast pump rental Breast pump rental and other breastfeeding supplies are available from Samaritan Medical Equipment Albany, 541-812-5460 Corvallis, 541-768-7500 Lebanon, 541-451-6364 Breastfeeding lifestyle Learn how to provide optimum nutrition for your baby, even after returning to work. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany. Call 541-8124301. Also offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Call 541-768-4752. Caring for your new baby Learn about newborn care, including how to hold, burp and diaper your baby. Free. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany. Call 541-812-4301.

Childbirth preparation

This series of sessions prepares the expectant mother and her support person for labor and delivery. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany. Cost: $65. Call 541812-4301. Offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Cost: $75 a couple. Call 541-768-4752. Also offered at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon. Cost: $50, scholarships available. Call 541-451-7872. Childbirth preparation in a weekend Learn about labor and birth, possible complications, breathing and relaxation. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany. Cost: $70. Call 541-812-4301. Also offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Cost: $75. Call 541-768-4752. Child safety seat inspection Make sure that your baby’s first ride home is a safe one. Learn about the proper use and installation of child/infant safety seats. Safety recall information will also be available. Available in Corvallis. Call for information: 541-766-6961 CPR for family and friends: infant only Covers infant CPR and choking. Cost: $20, Advance registration required. Call: 541-7686629. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany Offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis Offered at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon. Expectant parent class Learn about newborn care and talk with a pediatrician.

Offered at Samaritan Pediatrics, 3517 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Free. Call 541-768-4900. Fitness during pregnancy Learn how to prepare your body for childbirth and postpartum recovery in this four-session class led by a physical therapist. Offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Cost: $30 Call for information: 541-7684752. Heartsaver infant CPR This course covers pediatric first aid basics, medical emergencies, injury emergencies and environmental emergencies including asthma care training for child care providers. Two-year certification. For all locations call: 541-7685116. Advanced registration and payment required Cost: $45 “Hey! Look Us Over” maternity program Expectant parents will tour the birthing wing and meet the delivery staff. Offered at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive, Corvallis. Call for information: 541-7684752. Offered at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon. Call for appointment: 541- 258-2101, ask for the Girod Birth Center. Hope for Mothers postpartum depression support group One out of eight moms experiences postpartum depression. If you are having feelings of sadness or anxiety that last more than a few weeks, support is available. Hope for Mothers provides a healthy and safe environment in which both mother and baby can thrive together. Through our peer support groups, women will feel heard, supported and encouraged. To contact Hope for Mothers, call 541-812-4475 in Albany or 541-451-7872 in Lebanon. Program also available in Spanish; call 541-812-4301

Your incredible newborn

Learn about your baby’s characteristics and behaviors and how to childproof your home. Newborn physical examination, blood tests and medications will be explained. Free. Offered at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W.,Albany. Call 541-812-4301. Lactation clinic Nursing moms have the opportunity to consult with a lactation nurse during a breastfeeding clinic. You’ll get answers to breastfeeding questions, discuss different techniques and positioning, and help with problem solving. Call for an appointment. Albany, 541-812-5116 Corvallis, 541-768-4900 Lebanon, 541-451-7177 Lactation line Call for breastfeeding support over the phone. Albany, 541-812-5116 Corvallis, 541-768-5244 Lebanon, 541-451-7588 Lincoln City, 541-996-7179

Safe sitter Learn all you need to know to babysit in this one-day course. Each participant who completes the course will receive a “Safe Sitter” completion card. Cost: $50 Participants must be at least 11 to 13 years old and registration is required. Offered at Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, 525 N. Santiam Highway, Lebanon. Call 541-451-7047. THE CORVALLIS CLINIC‌ Here is a list of classes for new parents offered by The Corvallis Clinic. “Baby Bundle” prenatal talk Obstetricians present a 90-minute talk covering the most important topics for moms and dads-to-be. Learn about the signs of labor, birthing options, techniques for coping with pain, when to call your doctor, partner help during labor, and choosing your baby’s doctor. Call 541-738-2075 or go to

www.corvallisclinic.com/classes for details. “Healthy Baby” prenatal talk Learn the essentials of caring for your new baby. The talk covers topics such as your baby’s first hour, APGAR scores, jaundice, development, circumcision, blood tests and normal newborn appearance. Call 541-738-2075 or go to www.corvallisclinic.com/classes for details. Natural childbirth class Now offered at The Corvallis Clinic: A new natural childbirth class that provides simple, effective techniques based on how the human body works during labor is now offered at The Corvallis Clinic. The class is taught by Rebecca A. Veltri, DPT, a physical therapist who is certified with The American Academy of Husband-Coached Childbirth and is authorized to teach The Bradley

Benton County Health Services has a wide range of services to help mothers and children stay healthy. The following programs are available at no cost to you. If you have health insurance, we will bill your insurance, and there is no co-pay or out-of-pocket expense. Call 541-766-6835 for more information. Pregnant Women • Oregon MothersCare (OMC) – Our OMC Navigator will help you get the services you need when you are pregnant, including pregnancy testing, prenatal care, health insurance, and a direct connection with our Maternity Case Management and WIC programs. • Maternity Case Management (MCM) - Our Registered Nurse will support you to have a healthy pregnancy. Pregnant Women and Children • WIC (The Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) provides nutritional assistance for pregnant women, infants, and children up to age 5. WIC also offers breastfeeding support and assistance. • Immunizations – Keep your baby healthy by getting the recommended immunizations for all members of your family. Newborns, Children, and Medically-Fragile Children • Babies First – A Registered Nurse can visit you at home to provide health screening and education and community resources. This program is for newborns and children to age 4. • CaCoon – This program is for children with complex health needs. A Registered nurse helps connect you to the special services your child may need.

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CLASSES AND RESOURCES Method. She had a successful natural childbirth in May 2013. For the class schedule and to register, visit www.corvallisclinic.com/naturalchildbirth.

years and older. Sports physicals and onsite pregnancy testing. Make online appointments at www.carenoworegon.com.

The Corvallis Clinic‌

Benton County Health Services‌

The Corvallis Clinic’s 105 clinical professionals offer many resources for new parents and their children in the areas of newborn care, child development, lactation, vaccines, child behavior, sleep issues, allergies, psychiatry and psychology, and women’s health and pregnancy. To learn more, call The Clinic’s Find-a-Physician specialist at 541-757-3757 or connect to the clinic’s website at www.corvallisclinic.com. Special services offered by The Corvallis Clinic include: Sleep medicine Sleep apnea can cause longterm health issues in children. To help treat this condition, the Sleep Medicine Department employs a team of physicians specializing in pulmonology, neurology, and family medicine, along with nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Call 541754-1268 for more information. Allergies Seasonal allergies can bring problems beyond itchy eyes and runny noses to children, such as impaired memory and concentration, fatigue, and behavioral issues. Contact the Allergy and Immunology Department in Corvallis at 541-754-1260 or in Albany at 541-967-8221 for more information. Pediatrics We want your child to have a healthy day, every day. An important step in ensuring the health of any child is to make sure he or she receives immunizations at the correct time. That’s why our pediatrics clinic is open every day of the week: Monday through Friday, from 8 to 6, and Saturday and Sunday, 10 to 2. Contact The Pediatrics Department at 541-754-1278. QuickCare Convenience Clinic (formerly CareNow) Routine vaccinations and physical exams for children 2

Linn County Department of Health Services‌

Locations:

Benton Health Center, 530

N.W. 27th St., Corvallis, 97330. Phone: 541-766-6835. Hours: Monday and Wednesday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Lincoln Health Center, 121 S.E. Viewmont Ave., Corvallis, 97333. Phone: 541-766-3546. Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. East Linn Health Center, 100 Mullins Drive, Suite A-1, Lebanon, 97355. Phone: 541-451-6920. Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday and Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Closed from noon to 1 p.m.). Monroe Health Center, 610 Dragon Drive, Monroe, 97456. Phone: 541-847-5143. Hours: Monday and Wednesday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. – 4 p.m., closed Thursday Services include: Medical care: The health centers provide affordable medical care for people of all ages. Staff includes family practitioners and pediatricians. Mental health and

munity resources. tions. Shots are given at office For more information about sites listed above. maternal and child health pro- WIC: Nutrition program for low-income pregnant and grams, call 541-766-6835. breastfeeding or postpartum women, infants, and children to age 5. Supplemental food vouchers plus nutrition information and education, Services for children 0-18 diet screening, and moniyears of age toring of child growth and Office sites: development plus referrals Albany: 315 Fourth Ave. S.W., to health care and social 97321. Phone: 541-967-3888 services provided. Offered at or 1-800-304-7468. Hours the office sites listed above. are Monday through Friday, Maternal-child health pro8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed grams include: from noon to 1 p.m. Healthy Start: Healthy Start Lebanon: 1600 S. Main, home visitors work with Linn Lebanon, 97355. Phone: 541County families having their 451-5932 or 1-888-451-2631. first baby to provide inforHours: Monday through mation, parenting tips and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., referral services for families closed from noon to 1 p.m. prenatally or shortly after Sweet Home: 799 Long St., the baby is born. New parSweet Home. 97386. Phone: ents receive a call from a 541-367-3888 or 1-800-920Healthy Start home visitor 7571. Hours typically are offering assistance and a 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., but call “Welcome Baby” gift from for times and days. Closed the community. Eligible from noon to 1 p.m. families may receive home Services include: visits with parenting infor Immunizations: Immunizamation and support to help tions are available for chiltheir new baby and family dren 0-18 years. get off to a healthy start. Payment is based on a sliding Healthy Start serves all of scale from $10.75 to $21.50 per Linn County. Call to sign up shot. (Call for specific amounts.) for Healthy Start, 541-924Various grants are occasionally 6910. available to provide free immu- Babies First Program: Public nizations at special clinics or health nurses provide home under special qualifying condivisits to Linn County parents

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Pedro Calvo of Salem and Karla Gallegos of Albany hold their infant son, Maximiliano Tadeo Calvo. He was the first newborn of the year at Samaritan Albany General Hospital. addiction services plus pharmacy services are available. Services are culturally and linguistically appropriate. While services are not free, they are offered on a sliding fee scale. Private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare and selfpay are accepted. For appointments or information, call 541-766-6835. Immunizations: All infant and childhood vaccines. Adult vaccines such as tetanus-diphtheria, influenza, and pneumococcal pneumonia. All immunization services are by appointment. Call 541-766-6835. WIC: Women, Infants and Children’s Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC) is a health and nutrition program for pregnant women, women up to six months

after delivery, nursing mothers up to 12 months after delivery, and children from birth to age 5. WIC also provides checks for fresh fruits and vegetables at summer farmers markets and farm stands, breastfeeding education and consultations and has some breast pumps for those who qualify. For WIC appointments or information, call 541-766-6835. Maternal and child health: Maternal Child Health Program provides services to pregnant women, young children and their families through three home visit programs: Maternity Case Management, Babies First!, and CaCoon. All families enrolled in home-visit programs receive home visits from a public health nurse, culturally sensitive care and help in accessing other com-

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CLASSES AND RESOURCES with infants and young children up to 5 years of age who are at risk for health and developmental delays. The nurse provides specialized developmental screens, case management, and referral to local community and regional services. Health information is provided on the child’s development, feeding and child safety. Babies First serves all of Linn County. Call 971-673-0252. CaCoon Care Coordination Program: Public health nurses provide home visits to Linn County parents with infants and children birth to 21 years with special health care needs. The goal of this program is to work with the parent to provide care coordination for their children with special health care needs. Case management and advocacy are provided as well as referrals to early intervention and other needed special health care services. CaCoon serves all of Linn County. Call 541-967-3888, Ext. 2676 Other services include: Vital statistics: Birth certificates for 0-6 months of age. Reproductive health services: Family planning, birth control, low or no-cost vasectomy program.

LBCC Parenting Education Programs‌

Promoting the development of knowledge and skills for strong and healthy families. Parenting is a learned skill for everyone, so Linn-Benton Community College’s Parenting Education Program offers programs to fit every family at every stage. For these classes, “parent” means anyone who fills the role of parent in a child’s life. Classes are available throughout the year in many locations in Linn and Benton counties. Trained parenting educators teach all programs. Many classes are free; some have a fee, but most of those have scholarships available.

Class offerings change each quarter and are posted a couple of months in advance at both http://www.linnbenton.edu/ parenting-education and www. parentingsuccessnetwork.org. Information also is available by calling Family Connections at 541-917-4899. Here’s a guide to some of the classes offered: Live and Learn Programs Enjoy new songs, games and activities with your child. Meet other parents and children in your community and learn how to support your child’s amazing development. In Live and Learn classes parents and their young children (birth-5) learn and grow together. Classes include Live and Learn with your Baby, Live and Learn with your Wobbler, Live and Learn with your Toddler, Live and Learn with your Two-YearOld and Creative Development. Parent Cooperative Preschools In a co-op preschool, parents join the teacher in providing a positive learning environment for children 3-5. Children attend preschool for 2 ½ hours a session, 2-3 days a week. Parents take turns assisting the teacher in the classroom. At parent meetings, class activities are planned and parenting topics are discussed. Offered in Albany, Corvallis, Halsey, Lebanon, Philomath and Scio.

Ready Together:

School Success Prepare your 2-6 year old child to succeed in school. Build academic and social skills by using your time together strategically. Help your child with reading readiness. Learn how to coach your child to express feelings, calm down and get along with others by sharing, waiting and taking turns. Offered as six to eight sessions over six to eight weeks. Available in English and Spanish. The Incredible Years Build a more cooperative relationship with your child and learn how to make clear family rules. Prevent behavior problems and help your child get along with friends and do better in school. For parents of children ages 2 through 10. Offered as 10 sessions over 10 weeks. Make Parenting a Pleasure Identify your strengths as a parent, take better care of yourself and discover new ways to make parenting easier. Develop a better understanding of your child’s development and ways to make discipline fit your child’s age. For parents of children ages 2 through 8. Offered as 10 sessions over 10 weeks. Available in Spanish as: Haga de la Paternidad un Placer. Nurturing Skills for Families The class starts with a questionnaire to assess your parent-

ing beliefs and strengths and the instructor chooses lessons to fit the group’s needs. Topics include developing expectations based on your child’s age, building empathy and positive communication, understanding discipline, rewards and punishments, alternatives to spanking, deciding when parents should be in charge and when to support your child’s growing independence, and more. Classes are usually 10 sessions. Available in Spanish as El Programa de Crianza con Cariño para Padres y Sus Niños. Living With Your Middle Schooler What makes middle schoolers tick? Learn how you can help your child develop responsibility, stay engaged in school and weather the social turmoil of these years. For parents of children ages 11 through 15. Offered as six sessions over six weeks. Effective Parenting of Teens Improve family communication while reducing family conflicts and teens’ negative behaviors and attitudes. Learn positive ways to relate to your teen by increasing your knowledge of the developmental needs of adolescents, thereby better understanding their behavior. Increase your abilities in communication, supervision, conflict resolution and positive discipline, while enjoying the support of other par-

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ents experiencing similar issues. Offered as six to eight sessions over six to eight weeks. A number of parenting programs are available by request. These programs include: Make Parenting a Pleasure with Your Special Needs Child Practical Solutions for Families with Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Talking to Your Kids About Sexuality Strengthening Families—for parents and youth ages 10—14 Step-parenting Family Connections‌ Another source of information for parents is the Family Connections program at LinnBenton Community College. By calling 541-917-4899 or 1-800-845-1363, you can access information about child care, parent education, a parent advice line and children’s activities. Or send an e-mail to con-

nect@linnbenton.edu or check out thewebsite http://www.linnbenton.edu/familyconnections. Parent Enhancement Program‌ Parent Enhancement Program is a nonprofit agency offering outreach services free of charge to parents, pregnant and/or parenting, male or female, living in Benton County, up to age 26, and their children. Current services, offered by staff and volunteers to participating families, include BUDDYs (mentors), parent and adult life skills classes, social activities, in-home visits, transportation, child safety equipment, educational assistance, supervised playroom, opportunities for parent volunteerism, clothing and food closet, parent newsletters, Latino family outreach, fathers outreach and referrals to other agencies. For more information, visit the webside www.pep.peak.org or call 541758-8292.

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Need to see a pediatrician? We have weekend appointments available. One of the nice things about becoming a pediatrics patient at The Corvallis Clinic is all of the appointment

hours than anywhere else in town. Come see for yourself. We think you’ll ﬁnd pediatric care

options available. We’re open Saturday and Sunday, 10 to 2,

at The Corvallis Clinic is great for your kids, even better

and Monday through Friday, from 8 to 6. More pediatrics

for your schedule.

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