classes and workshops
Parenting and Child Development
Active Parenting of Teens
Learn effective communication, guidance, and discipline skills for parenting your teenager. Topics include courage and self esteem, teen behavior, problem solving, family communication, responsibility and discipline. Drugs, sexuality and violence are addressed as well. Marion County Juvenile Department Counselors will facilitate this eight-week Thursday evening’s class for adults. Call 503-566-2925 for the dates of our next class, more information, or to sign up. Class is free and includes the book.
Effective Parenting
Develop positive approaches for communicating and guiding children using the Love and Logic process. Learn how to share control to reduce power struggles. Help children solve their own problems. Let empathy and consequences do the teaching. Skills you learn will apply to all age children. Wednesdays, June 25 – July 30, 6:30 – 9 PM, Judson Middle School, 4512 Jones Rd. SE.
Thursdays, July 24 – Aug. 28, 6:30 – 9 PM, Chemeketa Campus, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE.
For more information and registration call Salem Area Community Education at 503-399-6562. Fee: $75 per person includes book, handouts, CD and certificate.
Fathers of Young Children
This 4-week class series is for dads who want to learn the art of parenting and how to promote a healthy parent/child relationship. For dads with children ages birth to 5 yrs.
4th. floor classroom at Salem’s Hospital Family Birth Center. For more information, times and dates call 503-561-5138. $35, scholarships available.
Guiding a Child’s Development
Parents and care providers learn how to guide and support children’s healthy brain development. Find out about the relationship between children’s movements and activities. Neurodevelopmental Training Center. For more information and registration call 503-981-0635.
Parenting classes
These classes are offered through the Easter Seals Children Therapy Center. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of all four classes.
For more information call 503-370-8990.
Parents/Infants Plus (PIP)
A parent education peer support network for families with infants 0-3 months, especially first-time parents. Topics include health and safety, stress management, nutrition, child development, infant massage, and much more. Babies attend class with parents. Ten sessions, bi-weekly meetings at Silverton Hospital Birth Center, 6:30 – 8:30 PM. New groups begin every 2- 3 months. Next groups: every other Thursday beginning July 10 and every other Monday beginning Sept.22. For more information or registration call Silverton Together at 503-873-0405. Fee: $35, scholarship available.
Strengthening Families Program 10-14 (attention, parents of pre-teens and young teens)
A free eight-session course for the whole family. Includes session for parents, preteen/teens (ages 10-14) and families. Includes fun and interactive activities for the whole family, with free child care for younger siblings. Designed to increase family communication skills, prevent problem behavior and improve your relationship with your teen. 8 sessions beginning mid September (TBA), 6-8 PM. For more information or registration call Silverton Together at 503-873-0405.
Wonderful Ones
A series of ten weekly classes for parents of 11 to18 month olds, focusing on helping parents provide balance between the child’s need for exploration and appropriate boundaries. Includes activities for the little ones in an adjacent room. Offered twice a year. Next group begins July 22 – Sept.23, 6:30-8:30 PM at the United Methodist Church, 203 W. Main, Silverton. For more information or registration call Silverton Together at 503-873-0405. Fee: 35, scholarship available.
Birth and Birth Preparation
A Baby’s Breast Friend Lactation Counseling
Breastfeeding support including appointments with certified lactation counselor for assistance with breastfeeding questions or problem, prenatal education, rental and sales of breastfeeding equipment, pumps, and nursing bras. Lending library of parenting and breastfeeding books. For more information and appointments call Esther at 503-463-1733. Sliding fee scale.
Baby Care and Feeding
Let us help you prepare for your new baby. Topics include breastfeeding and bottle feeding, baby care basics, and car seats and other safety tips. This class is also for parents adopting a baby and grandparents who haven’t been around a baby for a while. This information is also covered in the Childbirth Preparation Classes at the Salem Hospital. For more information call Salem Hospital’s Family Education Department at 503-561-5138. Next class is Monday, Aug.4 2008, 6:30 – 9 PM, $15 per person/ $20 per couple.
B.A.B.I.E.S. Clinic
Babies and Breastfeeding Information, Education & Support, is an outpatient program designed to help new parents and their infants. Specially trained RNs offer one-on-one breastfeeding support by appointment. Prenatal classes also are available for a fee. For more information on these and other Family Birth Center classes, such as Baby Basics and our Big Brother/Big Sister class call Janet Sheldon, Silverton Hospital at 503-873-1668. For Tuckwila Center, Woodburn call Mary Kay at 503-982-4882 to make an appointment.
Baby maybe?
Pondering parenting? Bring your support person and come to this free presentation. Ask an expert or just listen. Learn the latest information about getting pregnant and preparing for parenting a child. Tour of the Family Birth Center is included. Monday, Sept. 29, 7 – 8:30 PM. For more information call 503-561-5138.
Beautiful Bellies
Water exercise class invigorating, low impact class for healthy expectant moms. Participants will learn stretching and strengthening moves to reduce low back pain and facilitate an easier birth. Instructors: Tanie Hotan, M.D., Lisa Moore, Aqua Aerobics instructor. For more information and registration call Stayton Pool at 503-769-7665. Fridays, 9 – 10 AM. Cost: $3 per class for Stayton residents/ $3.90 for non residents. Waiver: Medical waiver must be signed by participants OB provider prior to the first class.
Big Brother/Big Sister Class
This special class is for children age three to six years old to help prepare them for their new role as a big brother or sister. 342 Fairview Street, Silverton. Pre-register by calling 503-873-1668. 4th Saturday each month, 10:30 AM – 12 PM. $10.
Big Brother/Big Sister
This class will help brothers/sisters to be (ages 3-9) and their parents for the new baby being a part of the family. Big brothers and sisters will design a onesie shirt for the new baby. A tour of the Mother Baby Unit is included. 3rd. Saturday of each month, 10:30 – 11:30 AM at the Salem Family Birth Center. For more information call 503-561-5138. $20 per family.
Boot Camp for Dad-to-be
A two-hour workshop run by newly experienced fathers who bring in their own infants to help orient dads-to-be on the realties of parenthood. Includes hands-on experience with diaper changing, burping and swaddling, as well as frank discussions about lifestyle and relationship changes on the horizon, how to bond with your baby, work in a parenting team with mom, etc. (Moms-to-be are treated to a free massage in a nearby room.) Held appx. every 2 months at Silverton Hospital Family Birth Center, Rooms F & G. Next workshops: Wednesday, August 13 and Wednesday, Sept.17, 6:30-8:30 PM. Fee: $15, scholarships available. For more information call Silverton Together at 503-873-0405.
Cesarean Birth Class
You and your support person will learn what is involved when a cesarean section birth is planned or possible and what to expect for your birth, your recovery and resuming activities. This information is covered in the Childbirth Preparation classes. Tour of the Salem Family Birth Center offered at 7 PM. Meet in the main lobby for tour. 2nd. Monday of each month, 8 – 9 PM. For more information call 503-561-5138. Free
Childbirth Preparation Class
This five week series prepares you and your partner for the exiting delivery of your new child. Breathing techniques, health, delivery expectations and breastfeeding are just a few of the topics covered. Mondays for 5 weeks, 7 – 9 PM, Freres Auditorium, Santiam Memorial Hospital, Stayton. For more information call 503-769-9274. Cost: $25
Childbirth Refresher Class for Parents
If you have previously taken birth preparation classes, come to this class to refresh you memories about labor and birth. Learn current options for pain management. Wear comfortable clothes and bring pillows for reviewing relaxation and comfort measures. Tour of the Family Birth Center is included. 4th Monday of each month, Salem Hospital, 6 -9 PM. For registration call 503-561-5138. $20 per couple, $15 per person.
Childbirth Classes in Spanish – Madre y Bebe
Four-session childbirth class taught by a Silverton Hospital Family Center RN in Spanish. No cost for those who qualify for WIC. Tuckwila Center, Woodburn. For more information call Mary at 503-910-1045.
Childbirth Preparation Classes
These interactive classes prepare you and your support person (s) for the labor and birth process. You will also learn how to take care of yourself and your new baby after birth. The Express series condenses the information presented in the six-week sessions, we recommend that you also plan time for self-study along with the Express classes. $70 per couple Scholarships available for moms on OHP and/or WIC. Call 503-561-5138 for more information, can register at www.salemhospital.org.
Childbirth Preparation Series – Spanish Series
3rd. Sunday of each month at 10 AM
For more information call 503-561-5138. $20, scholarships available
Family Birth Center Tours
A general overview of our facility including the B.A.B.I.E.S Clinic, retail store, labor rooms, nursery and the family waiting room is given by a RN who can answer any questions. Meets in the Family Birth Center lobby. Refreshments served. 342 Fairview St., Silverton. For information call 503-873-1680. Every Sunday, 3 PM. Free.
Salem Hospital’s Family Birth Center Tours
Families are invited to join a free Family Birth Center tour at any time during the pregnancy. Tours start in the main lobby of the Family Birth Center and last about 40 minutes. No tours on holidays. Children are welcome and must be closely supervised. Evening tours are held each month: Second Mon., 6 and 7 PM; third Thursday, 6 & 7 PM. Daytime tours are on the first Saturday of each month, 10 & 11 AM & third Sunday at 1 & 2 PM. For more information call 503-561-5138. No registration required. Free.
Santiam Memorial Hospital
Drop-In Breastfeeding Clinic: One-on-one help with breastfeeding questions and difficulties without an appointment. Fridays, 9-11 AM in the Conference Room.
Breastfeeding Support Group, Fridays 11-12 in the Conference Room. Meet with other breastfeeding Moms , get helpful tips and support. Expectant moms are welcomed.
For more information call Emily at 503-580-3535 or Santiam Memorial Hospital at 503-769-2175.
Siblings at Birth
This class will help you prepare your children (ages 3 – 9) to be present at the birth of your new baby. We recommend that children have their own support person during mom’s labor and birth, and that person is encouraged to attend class too. Held the second Tuesday of each month, 3:30-4:30 PM at Salem Hospital. Please note on registration form the ages of children who will attend. For registration call 503-561-5138. Free
Siblings Preparation Class
Learn how to create an experience of personal growth for both siblings and parents. Help give your child a sense of security and importance before and after delivery. Alleviate anxieties regarding a new baby and mother’s impending hospitalization. Discover parental strategies for coping with an additional child in the family. Children will have fun making their “big brother” or “big sister” t-shirt. Santiam Memorial Hospital, 1401 N. 10th Ave. Stayton. For more information call 503-769-9274.
The First 20 Weeks of Pregnancy
This class is appropriate for first-time parents who have never had birthing; this class will discuss fetal development and emotional changes of pregnancy in the first 20 weeks. Nutritional need and exercise will also be discussed. 342 Fairview, Silverton Hospital. To register call 503-873-1668. First Thursday of each even month, 6:30 – 8:30 PM. $10.
Training Camp for Dads
Just the guys get together along with a skilled facilitator, and an experienced dad and baby when possible, to talk about what it is like being a dad. This class is designed for expectant dads or dads with babies up to three months old. This class will leave you more confident in your ability to be a great dad. Saturday, July 12 or Sept.13, 9 – 11:30 AM or Mondays. June 9 or Aug.21, 6:30 – 9 PM. Salem Hospital, Family Birth Center. For more information or to register call 503-561-5138. $20, scholarship available.
New! This class is also available in Spanish on 4th. Sunday of each month from 10 AM – 12:30 PM.
Weightless Mommas
Pregnancy water exercise and stretching class taught by a physical therapist. Fun! Held at Salem Hospital’s Rehab Center. For details and registration call 503-561-5138. Must have a note from your doctor or midwife and health assessment form filled out to confirm registration.
Classes for Youth and Children
Babysitter’s Training
This course has colorful handbooks and a video starring young adults that is fun for students to watch. This course is targeted to 11-15 year-olds, teaching them basic child-care skills, first aid and safety issues, age appropriate behavior and play, and injury prevention. All skills must be demonstrated but there is no written test. Students receive a Babysitter’s Training certificate upon completion. For more information call 503-585-5414. Fee: $35 per person/ $43 with Babysitter’s First Aid Kit.
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Committed to Kids
A 12-week pediatric weight-management program for children ages 7 to 18 years old and their parents. This program is taught by a registered dietitian, exercise specialist and child psychologist and is designed specifically for overweight and obese children. The classes include a moderate-intensity progressive exercise program, nutrition classes, individualized meal plan and behavioral sessions that provide an individualized approach to childhood weight problems in a group setting. Salem Hospital, for more information call
503-561-5138.
Family Life-skill Development
These classes are based on the principle that parents and children must act together to change their relationship. This information is designed to empower parents and teens and provide each with new skills to cope with difficult times. For ages 8 to 18 years. All sessions include a follow-up class one month after the last class and ongoing consultation. Northwest Human Services, 681 Church St. NE. For more information and new times call Jean Lasater at 503-588-5825. $35 per family. Scholarships available.
First Aid for Children Today
This highly interactive class, geared for 5 – 8-year olds, teaches basic first aid skills, healthy lifestyle and injury-prevention awareness. Participants receive a fun workbook and certificate of completion. For more information call 503-585-5414. Fee: $10 per person
Parent and Child Series
Make Parenting a Pleasure, using play, praise, rewards, limit setting and problem solving to help your child succeed. Social Skill Classes for Children: Dinosaur School; children participate with Wally and Dino puppets to learn about getting along with others, managing anger, and expressing feelings. Social Skills for children with Asperger’s Syndrome or Autism: This social skills class assists children with understanding their feelings, making friends, and anger management. For more information call the Easter Seals Children’s Therapy Center at 503-370-8990.
Rollercoasters: Workshop for Children of Divorce
A program for all 1st – 6th grade children whose parents are divorced or separated. Designed to use fun games and activities to give children tools to make the transition of divorce and separation less difficult. It provides a safe and non-threatening environment that allows children to learn more about divorce and separation.
“I loved the teachers.” “I liked all the friends I met there.” “The teachers helped me learn about how to handle divorce better.” An eight-week class, one-hour session per week. To register contact the YWCA of Salem at 503-581-9922. Offered Spring and Fall. $29 per child for the entire 8-week session. Need-based scholarships available. www.ywcasalem.org/family
When I’m in Charge
This course is targeted to 8-11 years-olds. It teaches children to make smart and safe decisions when they are home alone. This course focuses on a variety of situations from phone calls to peer pressure, and it includes take-home activities for children and their parents to complete. Salem Hospital, for more information call 503-585-5414. Fee: $15 per person.
Adult and Family
ABC’s of Homebuying: A Step-By-Step Seminar This course teaches participants how to prepare for homebuying, ask the right questions, evaluate a credit report, compare loan products, shop for a home, and maintain the investment. Completion of the course satisfies the educational requirements for certain down payment and closing cost grant and loan programs. Registration is through Chemeketa Community College. For information call Salem Development Corporation at 503-856-7077.
Baby Massage
Learn how massage helps soothe, relieve gas pains from colic, and stimulate your baby’s growth and development. This class is for expectant and new mother, father, grandparents and adopting parents. Learn tips for using massage as your child gets older. Bring your newborn to pre-crawler baby. Dolls provided if baby is not present. For more information call Salem Hospital’s Family Education at 503-561-5138. Third Saturday of each month, 12:30- 2 PM, $20 per couple, $15 per person.
Ball Bouncing Mamas
This class is designed especially for expectant and new mothers. You will learn how to strengthen abdominal and pelvic floor muscles and reduce strain on your back and spine. Therapeutic exercise balls will be provided for use during the class. Babies not yet crawling may attend. Six week series, Thursday, July 17 – Aug.21 from Noon –1 PM. For more information and registration call Salem Hospital’s Family Education at 503-561-5138. Fee $30. Please bring note from your health care provider that it is okay to participate in this class.
Car Seat Safety Clinic, Salem
Free, drop in. Child Passenger Safety technicians will check your child’s car seat for correct installation with hands on training, recalls and damage, and best fit for wt. And ht. And age. 3rd. Saturday of each month, 11 AM – 3 PM: Jan. 19, 2008 @ Keizer Fire Dept.; Feb.16 @ Salem Hospital Visitor Parking Garage, enter off Capitol St.; March 15 @ Dallas Fire Dept. For moms on OHP or WIC, some car seats are available at reduced cost by appt. only. Call 503-561-5138 for an appt. if requesting a seat at reduced cost. For other questions about car seats, call the Guardian Angel Car Seat Safety Program at 503-588-7233.
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Child Safety Seat Clinic, Silverton
Silverton Hospital’s Family Birth Center, 1st. Thursday from 1:30 – 4:30 PM, free of charge. Limited car seats available at reduced cost, application required. For more information call 503-588-7233 or 503-982-4882.
First Steps
This is a 9-week program for the recently widowed, divorced or separated. FIRST STEPS is designed to help people cope with the changes they are experiencing following the end of their marriage whether through divorce, separation or the death of their spouse. Tuesdays at 7 PM at St. Edward’s Church, 5303 River Rd. N., Keizer. For more information call Bee Gee at 503-393-2361 or Judy at 503-399-7665. $25. Scholarships available.
Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation
In this 4-week program, designed by the American Cancer Society, you will learn about tobacco addiction, effective strategies for quitting, how to manage stress and tips for healthy living for you and your family. Nonsmoking support person may attend at no cost. Call 503-561-5138 for dates and times. Cost: $20
Getting Connected
Silverton Together in combination with Silverton Hospital will host this women’s group. Each month the group learns a creative craft and discusses topics of interest. The ladies also have monthly get-togethers to explore various sites and activities in the community. For more information call Doreen at 503-873-0405. Held at 240 Phelps St., Silverton, every third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 8:30 PM. Free. Childcare available for $2 per child each evening.
Infant CPR
Learn the basics of how to help baby who is choking and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants. These techniques can be used on children up to one year of age. Learn safety tips for childproofing your home. Those who attend will receive a participation card. 2nd and 4th. Monday 6:30 - 8 PM or 3rd. Monday, 4 – 5:30 PM. For more information call Salem Hospital at 503-561-5138. $20 per couple or $15 per person. No fee us baby is in the NICU,
Infant/Child CPR/First Aid
For more information or registration call 503-585-5414. Cost $40 or $30 for Infant/Child CPR only. Spanish classes available at Tukwila Center for Health and Medicine, Woodburn. For Spanish classes registration call 503-981-9393.
Marion County Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening Program
For upcoming events please call YWCA 503-581-9922x304.
Red Cross CPR/Standard First Aid
For times and location call 503-585-5414, cost $35 per person or $25 for Adult CPR only. Spanish classes at Tukwila Center for Health and Medicine, Woodburn.
Red Cross First Aid Basics
For Information and times call 503-585-5414. $25 per person or $10 if taken within one month after any Red Cross CPR class
R.E.N.T.
Is a tenant education program designed to assist individuals and families who cannot access or retain housing because of poor rental histories or poor credit. The five-session curriculum is designed to teach participants the skills necessary to be good tenants, including goal setting, tenant/landlord rights and responsibilities, money management, cleaning and home maintenance, and moving in/moving out of rental housing. To be eligible to participate, individuals must be homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. For additional information contact Amber Reeves at the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action
Agency at 503-585-6232.
Understanding Child Sexual Abuse Class
Educational information, confidential group discussions and support for adult caregivers to a child believed to be the victim of sexual abuse. This class is appropriate for non-offending parents, grandparents, foster parents, adult family members and support groups. Participants are encouraged to bring individual concerns to discuss. Follow-up consultation is available. Pre-registration is required for planning purposes. Attendance for week one/orientation is “a must” to attend later sessions. Class meets from 5:30 - 7:30 PM on seven consecutive Tuesdays, 2685 4th. St. NE., Salem. For more information or registration call 503-540-0322. No fee, no childcare available.
Vision for tomorrow
This education course is for caregivers of children and adolescents with brain disorder. For more information or to register contact Lee Ann Ryals at 503-588-1778.
Wednesdays at Community Action Agency, 2475 Center St. NE, Salem.
