Registration is required for these programs. Register online: www.connectingforkids.org/register, via email: info@connectingforkids.org or Call/Text: 440-570-5908.

Share & Support Group: Parenting is Lonely

Join the Connecting for Kids staff to discuss the article, “Why Parenting Can Be Lonely, Even When You’re Rarely Alone.” We will explore the theme of isolation when raising a child with disabilities or mental health issues and how to build a village of support. For in-person programs, free, supervised children’s activities are available, but adults and children must register separately. connectingforkids.org/support
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Solon Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library

Music Therapy & More

Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child’s academic, motor, communication, and social skills, as well as behavior. This program is designed for families and their children, ages 0–6 years, who have concerns about development. connectingforkids.org/music
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m.
Solon Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library

Virtual Sessions

Speaker Series: Autism 101

Nathan Morgan, MSSA, LSW, of Milestones Autism Resources, will present facts, debunk myths, and provide the most up-to-date terminology available on ASD, informed by experiences as both a licensed social worker and autism self-advocate. Learn about differing strengths, lagging skills, and accommodating ever-changing support needs. connectingforkids.org/speakerseries
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m.
Virtual

Share & Support Group: Parenting is Lonely For Families of Children with Complex Needs

Join the Connecting for Kids staff to discuss the article, “Why Parenting Can Be Lonely, Even When You’re Rarely Alone.” We will explore the theme of isolation when raising a child with disabilities or mental health issues and how to build a village of support. For in-person programs, free, supervised children’s activities are available, but adults and children must register separately. connectingforkids.org/support
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Cleveland (UCP)
Virtual

Behavior Chat

Ochanya McRoberts-Wells, MEd, will lead a discussion guided by your questions on various behavior topics. Each session will focus on a new tool from our free Behavior Toolkit, but questions on any behavior concern are welcome. Content is geared toward children 18 months–6 years.
How Structure Can Prevent Meltdowns
Monday, Dec. 16, 6:30 p.m.
Virtual

About Connecting for Kids

Connecting for Kids provides resources, support, and community to families in Northeast Ohio who have concerns about their child. We support families who have children with mental health concerns, developmental delays, and disabilities as well as those facing major life changes. We offer programs, Resource Fairs, and a Family Resource Specialist (FRS) Program. Programs include support groups for adults, presentations by professionals, and hands-on programs that caregivers attend with their child. The FRS program offers a CFK staff member who meets with families and assists them in navigating resources. All programs are offered free to families.