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"If there is anything that we wish to change in the child, we should first examine it and see whether it is not something that could better be changed in ourselves."
~C.G. Jung
Integration of the Personality, 1939
What's On
The Parent Centre aims to provide a service for parents that is preventive in nature. A service that is sufficiently non-threatening that parents feel able to seek the support and help they need timeously, before problems become entrenched.
Staff include professionally trained and indigenous facilitators and counsellors, all of whom have parenting experience. The counsellors are either registered social workers or psychologists who have had counselling and clinical input.
Social Work or Psychology qualifications are not essential for group and workshop facilitation but will be an advantage. Potential staff are carefully screened for the following: warmth, empathy, group skills, a non-judgmental attitude, confidence, flexibility, reliability, integrity, self-awareness, a willingness to contribute to the team and a sense of humour.
We look for staff who believe that others have the ability to change and direct their own lives constructively.
An in depth interview is conducted by the Director and other senior staff of the Centre to establish the applicant’s view on parenting, his/her value system and views on alternative life styles and key issues. The purpose of this is to determine whether the applicant identifies with the approach and philosophy of Parent Centre. The Centre is non-aligned and works within a universal context so that nobody feels excluded.
Staff are required to undergo:
- A parenting and leadership course as an orientation to the Parent Centre’s approach and methods. It also involves self-awareness and specific group skills, compulsory for running groups/workshops and counselling.
- A counsellors training course, where applicable.
- Additional courses, as required for those who wish to become involved in any special areas such as Teenage Parenting Support, Mother-infant work, etc.
THE PARENT CENTRE PROGRAMME FOR 1st TERM 2010
PLEASE PHONE 021 762-0116 TO REGISTER
Members are entitled to 10% discount on all workshops.
1. PARENTING & LEADERSHIP
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Dates: Wednesdays |
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This 8 session workshop will cover parenting skills and workshop facilitation for professionals and Community Workers who wish to become involved in parenting work in their settings and communities. The workshop for this term is already full. **Cost: This workshop is subsidised for persons who are part of a recognised Non-governmental or Community based Organisation. Persons who want to attend for their own benefit, i.e. in private practice, will pay R850. Facilitator: Helen Gosnell NB: Qualified social and social auxiliary workers will earn 25 CPD points. |
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2. CIRCLE OF COURAGE
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Mar 6th
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09h00 - 12h30 |
R140 per person, R210 per couple |
The Circle of Courage portrays the four developmental needs of children: Belonging, Mastery, Independence and Generosity. Ways of enabling children to achieve the above values and to utilise their strengths to achieve success and a sense of self-worth will be discussed. Facilitator: Helen Gosnell |
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3. EFFECTIVE DISCIPLINE FOR TODDLERS & PRE-SCHOOLERS |
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Mar 6th
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09h00- 12h30 |
R140 per person, R210 per couple |
LThis 1-session workshop focuses on gaining an understanding of young children’s behaviour; dealing with their very strong feelings manifesting in tantrums, aggression, etc.; developing self-esteem; age appropriate discipline tools. Facilitator: Pat Coombe |
| INDIVIDUAL COUNSELLING We offer counselling for any parent or caregiver who experiences difficulties with their children. The counsellors are trained professionals. Fees are charged on a sliding scale. N.B. This is a cash practice. |
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THURSDAY COFFEE MORNING MOMS AND BABIES GROUP |
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WE MEET EVERY THURSDAY FROM 10h00 - 12h00 VENUE: KINGSBURY MATERNITY SECTION 2nd FLOOR KINGSBURY HOSPITAL WILDERNESS ROAD CLAREMONT COST: R35.00 FOR THE MORNING INCLUDING REFRESHMENTS Join us for an interesting programme dealing with moms and babies. We value your input as this is your group and we want to cater for your needs. While we know that Moms enjoy and benefit greatly from the talks and speakers, it is so helpful for Mothers to get out and to meet other Mothers, to relax and socialize while sharing valuable and useful information, hints and tips with each other. We feel that this part of the morning is just as valuable and helpful and such special and supportive friendships and bonds are made at this precious time of ones life, which is why we encourage Moms to swop phone numbers and to get together during the week as well. MOMS-TO-BE and MOMS-AND-BABIES GROUP As from 2009, the Parent Centre MOMS-AND-BABIES GROUP will be known as the MOMS-TO-BE and MOMS-AND-BABIES GROUP. Every effort is being made to attract pregnant Moms to the group so that once the baby is born, they have a support system in place and they will continue to attend the group as soon as they are up and about and feel they are able to join in again. We have found that so many Moms go back to work after about 4 months of maternity leave. By the time they have surfaced after the baby is born and realized there is a support group, they have about 5 weeks before they go back to work. So many Moms have expressed such disappointment at realizing that this valuable resource was available to them, had they known about it timeously. There is so much stress during maternity leave, a time which should be such a special and meaningful bonding time - many Moms do not have relatives closeby and they feel isolated and alone. It is our sincere hope that if pregnant Moms join in, they will have information and resources at their fingertips when they need it most. The other group members can be of great help to these Moms – they are so encouraging, motivating and affirming and share their ideas and experiences willingly. It is incumbent on us to move with the times and to offer our services to Moms at this stage of their journey INTO motherhood. Please assist us to spread the word about this - it would really be appreciated. We want all Moms-to-be and Moms-and babies in Cape Town to know about us. Everyone is assured of a warm welcome. The group is held at the Kingsbury Hospital, Maternity section 2nd floor, Wilderness Road Claremont, every Thursday between 10 am and 12 noon. It is R 35 for the morning including refreshments. Margie and Naseera Programme for June 2010 3 June - Karin from Super Nannies will be giving some guidelines on finding a nanny, crèche vs nanny, the reality of HIV and TB in a nanny environment, the costs of a nanny, the do’s and donts of choosing and interviewing nannies as well as an outline of the nanny training courses and first aid course for parents. They help working families by providing reliable, experienced and trustworthy nannies to help with childcare and cleaning, at affordable prices, as well as providing nanny training courses. 10 June - Alison is from JAbulitos Milestones and Play recommendation cards, which are perfect for parents who want to ensure their children are getting age-appropriate stimulation. These fantastic cards, developed by parents, in conjunction with Paediatricians and Child Care professionals provide easy to read ideas on childrens milestones and play recommendations. Starting at 0 – 3 months, the cards guide parents and caregivers on baby’s development until age 3 with fun, affordable and creative recommendations. 17 June - Helen of the Parent Centre will give a talk on Your Child and Sexuality. This is one of the workshops that we run and Helen will give us a talk on this subject as a follow up to the Raising Boys and Growing a Girl talk, which she did earlier this year. We did this for the Moms last year as well and the talk was well attended and Moms were unanimous that they found it most informative and helpful. 24 June - Ceredwin will talk on Introducing your baby to Solids. This is a talk which we offer regularly as Moms are always eager to learn more and to have all their questions answered. Introducing solids can be an emotive issue and we do try and assist Moms by reassuring them that this is one of the many stages of child development and can be so easily handled by hearing more on the subject and making informed choices. Come along and hear more! GREAT EXPECTATIONS - on ETV on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays - 11.30 am – 12.30pm - this programme is especially for Moms with babies. CAPE TOWNS CHILD MAGAZINE is available at the end of each month at Bargain Books. Some of the Moms are planning to go to the MOMS AND BABIES MORNING at Canal Walk – this is on the first Monday of each month. Register on line on the Canal Walks website and more information is available there. |
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING We offer
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MEMBERSHIP Membership of The Parent Centre includes access to the library, and an outstanding selection of parenting books. Whether you are a parent, or someone working with parents and/or children, you will find relevant and up-to-date titles on a broad range of parenting issues. Membership also entitles you to a 10% discount on all workshops. ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION IS R50. |
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Contact Details:
The Parent Centre,
Upper Level,
Wynberg Centre,
c/o 123 Main Road
& Piers Road,
Wynberg.
7800
Phone: 021 762 0116
Fax: 021 762 5160
Khayelitsha
Phone: 021 361 9382
Mitchell’s Plain
Phone: 021 372 1121
Fax: 021 372 5592
Membership of the Parent Centre includes access to the Library, and an outstanding selection of parenting books. Whether you are a parent, or a professional working with parents, you will find relevant and up-to-date titles on a broad range of parenting issues. for more details.
