Oakcrest Teen Center - School Based Youth Services Program
 
 
Oakcrest Teen Center & Atlantic Prevention Resources
With funding from the state of New Jersey Department of Human Services
Present
Strengthening Families Program
For Oakcrest High School students and their families
 
The Strengthening Families Program is a parent, youth, and family skills-building curriculum designed to prevent substance abuse and other behavior problems, strengthen parenting skills, and build family strengths.  The program is delivered with seven sessions for parents, youth, and families using realistic videos, role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects.  Program includes dinner, gift cards/prizes for attendance and participation, free childcare (for younger siblings), and fun activities and incentives for children.
 
 
Youth Sessions
Having Goals and Dreams
Appreciating Parents
Dealing with Stress
Following Rules
Handling Peer Pressure
Reaching Out to Others
Handling Conflict
Making Good Friends
 
Family Sessions
Supporting Goals and Dreams
Appreciating Family Members
Using Family Meetings
Understanding Family Values
Building Family Communication
Reaching Our Goals
Understanding Each Other
Understanding Family Rules
Using Family Strengths
 
 
Parent Sessions
Using Love and Limits
Making House Rules
Encouraging Good Behavior
Using Consequences
Building Bridges
Protecting Against Substance Abuse
Using Community Resources
Handling Stress
Communicating When you Don't Agree
 
The Program will start on Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Families need to commit to meeting 2-2.5hrs once a week for seven weeks
Tuesday Night 5:30pm - 8:00pm
 
Agenda for each meeting:
First 30 minutes - Enjoy a family meal together
Next 60 minutes - parents and youth meet separately with trained facilitator
Last 30-45 minutes - Fun family activity to reinforce or enhance lesson
 
To Register to be a part of the group, please complete the form below
Strengthening Families Registration Form
Parent First Name
Parent Last Name
Full Name of Oakcrest High School Student
Oakcrest Student Grade Level
Address
City & State
Home Phone
Cell Phone
email address
How did you find out about the program?
Teen Center Staff
Guidance
Division of Youth & Family Services
News Paper
Flyer
Other
 
 
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