Helping Services For Youth & Families

TIPS Responsible Beverage Server Training
2019-09-24 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | PIVO Brewery, 101 Huber Drive, Calmar, IA, 52132, United States
For more than 25 years, TIPS has been a global leader in education and training in the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol. TIPS is a skill-based training program designed to prevent intoxication, underage drinking, and drunk driving. Using TIPS brings immediate payback through lower risk and a safer, more responsible work environment. With TIPS, you gain valuable competitive advantages such as:
-Lower insurance premiums
-Reduced exposure to alcohol liability lawsuits
-Decreased penalties for alcohol violations
-Safer communities
-Improved customer service
Lower your risks & take this FREE TIPS training!
Please register with Jen by emailing jk*****@*************es.org or calling 319-290-9282

Mentor Monday
2019-09-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Decorah Public Library, corner of Winnebago and Broadway, Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
There will be great discussion at this quick visiting time with Colinne or Kathy. Mentors and Mentors For A Day can come and share about their experiences while having a quick bite to eat! Come and join the fun!!

La Crosse Children's Museum
2019-09-14 11:30 - 14:15 | La Crosse Children’s Museum, 205 5th Ave S, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
Mentors, mentees, waiting youth, and Mentors For A Day are invited to join us on Saturday, September 14 from 11:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. for a meal and a trip to the Children’s Museum of La Crosse. Please watch your newsletters and flyers for upcoming details about carpooling options from the Decorah office. Admission to the museum and cost of the meal will be covered by community foundation grants as well as the IMP grant. Please RSVP to Kathy or Colinne by Monday September 9 at 563-387-1720 or me*******@*************es.org. Mentors For A Day are needed! Waiting youth are eligible to attend based on the availability of Mentors For A Day.

Nurtured Heart Approach Parent Workshop
2019-09-05 17:30 - 19:30 | First United Methodist Chruch Decorah, 302 W. Broadway St., Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
Parents, caregivers, & anyone involved in working with children is invited to this FREE workshop on September 5th, 12th, and 19th from 5:30-7:30pm
A light meal and FREE childcare will provided at each session.
Families who complete all three session will receive a Kwik Star Gas Card and a set of children’s books and activities to take home with them.
Registration is required! To register: Call or text Shelby at (563) 380-1300 by Noon on September 5th.
The Nurtured Heart Approach focuses of building healthy, positive relationships between adults and children.
Those attending the workshop will learn:
*How to set boundaries and limits that empower your child
*Say “No” to your child and have them accept this response
*Celebrate your child’s behavior in a real and authentic way
* and much more!

Mentoring Family Picnic
2019-08-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Phelps Park, 613 Park St., Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
All mentors, mentees, Mentors For A Day, Steering Committee members and their families are invited to attend!
Enjoy the annual mentoring picnic at the Whalen Cabin at Phelps Park in Decorah. The evening will include a meal, playing games, a short program to recognize all participants, and socializing! If your mentee or mentor cannot attend, we encourage you and your family to attend. Mentors For A Day will not be provided for this event, youth should be accompanied by an adult.
RSVP to Kathy or Colinne by August 23 with the names of ALL persons attending! 563-387-1720 or me*******@*************es.org

Pets and Vets Mentoring Group Event
2019-05-18 10:00 - 13:00 | IA
Mentors, mentees, Mentors For A Day, and waiting youth are invited to join this great event. There will be cats, dogs, sheep, a turtle, bunnies, and more pets to hold, pet, and learn about the habitat, routines, and care. A veternarian will be on hand to talk about the importance of pet care. A meal will be provided for all human creatures. This event is sponsored by Nightcrawlers Forever. Mentor pairs attending are asked to bring a donation for the Humane Society of Northeast Iowa. Items include: wet dog food, pee pads, bleach, paper towels, or cat treats!

4th Annual Family Bowling Night
2019-04-26 17:30 - 20:30 | CJ Lanes, 821 N High Street, Elkader, IA, 52043, United States
Can you “Spare a Night to Strike Against Child Abuse”?
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month:
Join us for a free bowling night for families!

Light snacks provided
Family resources
Games & more!

No registration is required, come anytime!
Contact Shelby at sh********@*************es.org or (563) 380-1300 with any questions
**All children must be accompanied by an adult**

Lunch & Learn with Howard County advocate and law enforcement about domestic abuse
2019-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Regional Health Services of Howard County, 235 8th Ave W, Cresco, IA, 52136, United States
FREE Lunch & Learn at Regional Health Services of Howard County, Laura Rose Education Center from noon-1 pm April 26th. Wonder how domestic violence impacts Howard County? Would you know how to help someone in an unhealthy relationship? What happens when police are called? Join local law enforcement & domestic abuse advocate for lunch and find out. Please call Trish (563)280-2809 to sign up and ensure there is enough food. Subway wraps, chips & water will be provided.

Family Roller Skating Night
2019-04-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Jewels RV Park, 2220 Town Line Rd., Decorah, IA, 52101, United States
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month:
Join us at Jewels RV Park & Event Venue to celebrate #GreatChildhoods

Free skating and rentals
Snack vouchers for each participant
Family resources

No registration is required, come anytime!
Contact Shelby at shenkelman@helpingservice
**All children must be accompanied by an adult**

Nurtured Heart Approach Mini-Workshop
2019-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | NICC Waukon Site
Come and attend this quick overview of the Nurtured Heart Approach that helps parents and mentors build relationships to build up the youth’s self-esteem and help them be successful. This interactive training will be lead by Shelby Henkelman, Family Educator at Helping Services and a mentor. Participants will walk away with new tools in their toolbox to be a outstanding parent and mentor! Please RSVP to Kathy your ability to attend this great learning experience.

Howard County Parent-Child Playgroup
2019-04-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 305 2nd Ave W, Cresco, IA
Families gain confidence and build supports when they visit with other families. Please consider joining this group of parents and children ages 0-5 years of age, as we gather to strengthen our community. A family educator from Helping Services for Youth and Families will be available with resources, and information regarding health, safety, development, and nutrition. Strategies and ideas for toilet training, discipline, and guidance are always discussed. Older siblings in the family are always welcome as well. Feel free to contact Marcia with questions at 641-220-2239.
We have changed times, days, and locations! Our gracious host, the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cresco has agreed to provide a space for us on Mondays, starting March 25, 2019 through the week before Memorial Day, minus April 29. The space is inviting, comfortable, and appropriate for child’s play, and adult conversation. Bring a friend, and plan to make some new ones!
