
ADULT/CAREGIVER EVENTS
ADULT/CAREGIVER EVENTS
Increasing Immunization Webinars
Timeframe:
April 16th 12 noon, April 22nd 12 noon, June 9th 12 noon
Details:
April 16 at Noon Addressing Vax hesitancy: Lessons from MI Discuss the use of MI in addressing vaccine hesitancy, review critical concepts needed to use MI successfully to build vaccine confidence. April 22 at Noon Building Vaccine Confidence in the Clinic: A training for Medical Educators Learn strategies for creating a therapeutic space for clinic visits and building rapport through vaccine conversations. Increasing Immunization June 9 at Noon Empathy in Action Review culture-based reasons for vaccine hesitancy, how to broach this topic in a respectful manner, and how to use skills of Motivational Interviewing(MI) to promote vaccination in a culturally-sensitive manner.
Child Care Resource & Referral Presents: Play, learn and grow--together!
Timeframe:
Date: February 27th Time: 10:00—11:00 Where: Timber Ridge Community Room 3002 East Q Avenue La Grande, Oregon
Details:
Discover how early education activities can impact your child's future and yours as you explore with them in adventures of dancing with scarves, simple crafts, literature time and much more. Learn how we can support you in the following areas: • Starting your own journey into early education to make a difference in the lives of children and families while running your own childcare business • Needing help with locating childcare providers. Contact information: B. J. Goodnight 541.314.5148; bgoodnight@umchs.org Rayanna Van Dine: 541. 910. 4390; rvandine@umchs.org
HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH DIVORCE AND SEPARATION
Timeframe:
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Details:
Learn how divorce or separation impacts your children and what you can do to help them. Virtual via Zoom For instructions on how to download Zoom onto your computer or mobile device, go to www.zoom.us/download .COST Free .TO REGISTER **class size is limited - registration required** Send email to teala.sunderman@ojd.state.or.us including your name, mailing address, phone number, and date of the class you are attending WITH Mary Lu Pierce, Educator QUESTIONS? Call Teala at (541) 962-9500 x 4, option 2
Motivational Interviewing Training
Timeframe:
May 8th: Good Shepherd-Hermiston, May 9th: EOU-La Grande 8:30am-3:30pm
Details:
Motivational Interviewing can be particularly helpful in conversations about vaccines and other topics around which people may express ambivalence. If you have conversations with families who are vaccine hesitant, this training is for you. Participants will also have access to post training coaching, webinar and printed resources. Lunched Provided. Register Here bmelh.org/mitraining
Oregon Early Learning Conference
Timeframe:
Wednesday Workshops - April 16, 1pm-4pm | $95 Thursday & Friday - April 17-18 | $265 Wednesday-Friday - April 16-18 | $295 Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel
Details:
The goal of our conference is to serve PreK-2 programs in Oregon with presentations on cutting-edge research and best practices from educators throughout the state. Join teachers, coordinators, principals and other early learning professionals. Featured Topics for EL25 • Early Literacy and Effective Practices • Understanding Student Behavior • Developing Inclusive, Lasting, Parent Partnerships • Including Autistic Students • Reaching Diverse Learners • Multilingual/Multicultural Learners Best Practices • Professional Learning for Early Learning Providers • Leadership Training, Providing Professional Development • Integration of Pre-schools and Districts • Developing Para Professional Staff that Supports Early Learning • State and Systems of Support for Early Learning
HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH DIVORCE AND SEPARATION
Timeframe:
Thursday, February 13, 2025 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Details:
Learn how divorce or separation impacts your children and what you can do to help them. WHERE Virtual via Zoom For instructions on how to download Zoom onto your computer or mobile device, go to www.zoom.us/download COST Free TO REGISTER **class size is limited - registration required** Send email to teala.sunderman@ojd.state.or.us including your name, mailing address, phone number, and date of the class you are attending WITH Mary Lu Pierce, Educator QUESTIONS? Call Teala at (541) 962-9500 x 4, option 2. Sponsored by Union Co. Family Law Advisory Committee.
Narcan Training
Timeframe:
Every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm in the Timber Ridge Community Room 3002 Q Ave, La Grande
Details:
Join EOCIL to learn how to reverse an opioid overdose. Learn what an opioid is, what Narcan is, and how to use it to save someone’s life.If you have any questions or need this information in an alternative format, contact Madelaine Koller at 541-709-3825 or madelainekoller@eocil.org
Motivational Interviewing Training
Timeframe:
Training May 8th: Good Shepherd-Hermiston, May 9th: EOU-La Grande 8:30am-3:30pm Lunch Provided
Details:
Motivational Interviewing can be particularly helpful in conversations about vaccines and other topics around which people may express ambivalence. If you have conversations with families who are vaccine hesitant, this training is for you. Participants will also have access to post training coaching, webinar and printed resources. contact@bluemountainearlylearninghub.org . bmelh.org/mitraining Register
Successful Co-Parenting
Timeframe:
Thursdays 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM January 9 & 23 and February 6 & 20 (alternating weeks)
Details:
Learn targets skills to improve communication and reduce conflict. Heidi Ho School @ First Baptist Church 1702 Sixth Street, La Grande. COST: $0 Child Care is Provided. To register, contact Teala at (541) 962-9500 x 4 opt. 2 or teala.sunderman@ojd.state.or.us .Space is limited so please reserve your spot as soon as possible. Successful Co-Parenting with Olivia Westenskow, MS, LPC Licensed Professional Counselor & Coach. Sponsored by the Union County Family Law Advisory Committee
Parent with Less Conflict and More Joy
Timeframe:
Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. January 21st - March 11th
Details:
Central Elementary ● Dinner: 5:30-6:00 pm. ● Class: 6:00-7:30 pm. Conscious Discipline for Families is a FREE class series Includes Dinner and Childcare at no cost! Register by calling: 541-786-5535 Or 541-910-6280 *Pre-registration required


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