Family Support
Mental Health Association’s Family Support Service
320 N. Goodman Street
Rochester, NY 14607
Contact: Angie Coville, Intake Coordinator
(585) 325-3145 x117
or contact us online
The Mental Health Association provides support to families of children with emotional or behavioral health challenges
A Family Peer Advocate is a caregiver who has experienced what you’re going through
We offer:
- Support by phone, in person, in groups or individually
- Assistance with school issues—education advocacy
- Teen support
- Assistance in identifying and developing natural supports
- Caregiver discussion, education and skill-building groups
Family Education Workshops
For more information about The following workshops and to register (required),
please call 585.325.3145 x122
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Monday, June 24, 2019, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
How Difficult Can This Be?
How frustration and anxiety can be easily triggered in the
classroom for children with learning disabilities.
For caregivers of school-age children, tweens, and teens.
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Wednesday, June 26, 2019, 9:30 am to 11:30 pm
Communication Is Crucial
Communication is a vital tool for building strong, parent-child relationships.
Learn a practical approach to productive interactions within families.
For caregivers of school-age children.
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Tuesdays, July 9, 16 & 23, 12019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Developing Capable Young People
Help young people develop effective life skills.
For caregivers of children of all ages.
You may attend any or all parts of this series.
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Wednesday, July 10, 2019 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Managing Meltdowns
The power of the “Ten Second Rule,” a process for
meltdown management, and how to handle tantrums in public.
For caregivers of toddlers and school-age children.
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Friday July 12, 2019 from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm
Active Communication
Every family has problems and conflicts. How to approach
these as opportunities for teaching responsibility,
cooperation, courage, and respect.
For Caregivers of children ages 5 to 12.
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Monday, July 15, 2019 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Rules, Routines, and Limit Setting
Putting some simple rules in place helps children
realize what they expect from them.
As a result, children feel more secure.
For caregivers of children ages 3-6.
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Wednesday, July 17, 2019 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Teaching Limits with Love
Methods you can use to redirect your children toward a positive
approach to their goals when you have a problem with their behavior.
For caregivers of children ages 5-12.
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Thursday, July 18, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Parenting with Wit and Wisdom
What IS the goal of parenting today? To teach our children the skills
that allow them to go out in the world and live.
For caregivers of children ages 5-18.
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Friday, July 19, 2019 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Spontaneous Incentives
Very often, parental attention and praise are all the
reinforcement a child needs. However, it can be helpful to
combine praise with a hands-on reward.
For caregivers of children ages 1-5.
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Monday, July 22, 2019 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Handling Misbehavior
Let’s talk about maintaining self-control, offering new
learning opportunities, using the ignore technique,
understanding the importance of distraction, and learning
the vending machine example of behavior that continues if there’s a payoff.
For caregivers of children 3-8.
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Thursday, July 25, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
How Difficult Can This Be?
How frustration and anxiety can be easily triggered in
the classroom for children with learning disabilities.
For caregivers of school-age children, tweens, and teens.
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Friday July 26, 2019 from 9:30 am to 11:30 pm
Building Self-Esteem
Respect and encouragement can help your child feel loved,
accepted, respected, and valued. You also need to encourage yourself.
For caregivers of children ages 1-6.
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Monday, July 29, 2019 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Four Keys to Successful Parenting
Building a strong relationship and being consistent. Managing
yourself and helping children manage themselves.
For caregivers of children up to 5 years old.
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Tuesday, July 30, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The Motivation Breakthrough
Six basic motivational styles for inspiring the most withdrawn and reluctant child.
For caregivers of school-age children.
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