My Tween and Me starting October 4
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House will be offering My Tween and Me in Punjabi starting October 4. My Tween and Me is a facilitated group program that provides parents and their tweens with the knowledge, tools and support they need during the child’s transition to adolescence. Offered to parents/caregivers and their children aged 7 through 12, the program strengthens parent-child communication and supports parents in building a positive relationship with their tween.
When: Thursdays at 12:30pm to 2:30pm (October 4 to November 1, 2018)
Where: Moberly Elementary School, 1000 E 59th Ave, Vancouver
For more information or to register for this free parent support program, contact Humaira at humaira@southvan.org or call 604-324-6212 local 134.
My Tween and Me - Building self-esteem in pre-teens, strengthening confidence in parents
My Tween and Me (MTM) helps develop parents’ confidence and ability to positively influence and support their children. Through eight group sessions, MTM provides interactive learning opportunities that:
- Enhance knowledge of tween growth and development
- Build effective communication skills for both parents and tweens
- Promote positive youth development
- Foster strong family and community relationships
MTM uses the most up-to-date research and evidence-based parenting information to address the critical areas of tween relationships and development: home and family; school and friends; community; and the wider world of media and technology.
