Interrelate Family Centres at Kirrawee has been an active member of the local community for over the past 20 years, providing services to assist families, partners and individuals to enhance their relationships.
Kirrawee Happenings...
In addition to our regular programs we are trialing two new programs
'Helping Children Manage their Emotions' &
'Talking Positively to Children'...
call the Centre for more information
what’s on...Programs for Term 1, 2010
All course fees include GST
Bookings for all courses essential.
Men's programs:
Parenting Education Seminars:
Being A Dad
A 3-session program for FATHERS, offering skills to enable dads to relate more effectively with their children
Dates: Wednesday evenings, May 5th, 12th, 19th
OR October 13th, 20th, 27th
Times: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $50 per person
Children’s programs:
Seasons
Helping children cope with loss/grief after experiencing separation, divorce or death of a close family member. Suitable for school children from Year 1 upwards. 11 sessions
Dates: Monday afternoons, commences Monday February 1st
Times: 4.15pm to 5.15pm
Cost: $50 per child
Please phone the office to register your interest in this program.
How to Bully Proof Children
A one-session seminar to assist parents to discuss bullying with their children and develop strategies to prevent and manage bullying.
Dates & Times: Thursdays, March 4th, 9.30am to 12pm
OR March 30th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR September 9th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per person
Talking Positively to Children
A one-session skills-based course giving parents/carers technical strategies on how to communicate with children.
Dates & Times: Thursdays May 25th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR October 21st, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per person
The Challenge of Disciplining Children
This one-session course assists parents with constructive techniques in the discipline and encouragement of children.
Dates & Times: Thursdays, June 15th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR November 11th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per person
Helping Children Become Resilient
Resilience implies bouncing back. This one night seminar assists parents to teach children healthy thinking to enable them to bounce back from challenges.
Dates & Times: Thursdays, August 31st, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per person
Helping Children Manage Their Emotions
A one-session seminar to assist parents in understanding how anger works and offer strategies to help children manage their anger.
Dates & Times: Thursdays, March 18th, 9.30am to 12.00pm
OR June 24th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR August 24th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR November 18th, 9.30am to 12.00pm
Cost: $15 per person
Ideas for Parenting Teens
Feeling anxious about the idea of parenting a teenager or you no longer know your child? Learn how to effectively communicate and to set boundaries with your teen. Be equipped to not only survive the adolescent years but also to enjoy the ride.
Dates & Times: Thursdays, March 11th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR September 16th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
OR November16th, 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per person
Relationship Coaching:
Things are Different Now
A four-session program to assist couples to understand and develop new ways of being in their relationship since the arrival of their baby.
Dates: Thursday evenings, March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
OR Future dates to be advised.
Please phone the office to register your interest in this program.
Times: 6.30pm to 9.00pm
Cost: $100 per couple
Creating Positive Relationships
Put some fizz back into your relationship! Learn how to keep the romance alive and the passion burning in your relationship.
Dates: Thursday evening, March 25th
Times: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $25 per couple
Talking Together
A 3-session program to help people better understand and maintain relationships.
Dates: Thursday evenings, June 3rd, 10th, 17th
Times: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $60 per couple
Fighting Fair
A 3-session program to help people reach successful resolution of conflict which is an agreeable result for both partners. Identify issues and discover creative solutions.
N.B. 'Talking Together' must be completed before 'Fighting Fair' can be undertaken.
Dates: Thursday evenings, August 5th, 12th, 19th,
Times: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $25 per couple
Adult health:
Making Choices, Dealing with Anger
An eight-session course designed to assist with recognising what triggers anger and learning strategies to help manage anger that affects relationships.
Dates: Tuesday evenings, April 20th, 27th; May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; June 8th, 15th
Times: 6.30pm to 9.00pm
Cost: $120 per person
Parents Not Partners
A 6 session program for separated parents . This program will help you manage conflict with the other parent and focus on positive outcomes for your children.
Dates: Thursday evenings, July 29th; August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th; September 2nd
Times: 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $90 per person
Self Esteem and Communication
An 8-session program focusing on communication, assertiveness and self awareness skills.
Dates: Tuesday evenings, May 11th, 18th, 25th; June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 30th
Times: 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $120 per person
Rebuilding
An 8-session course for people seeking to rebuild their lives after separation/divorce. The focus is on mutual support, developing coping strategies and discussing future directions.
Dates: Monday evenings July 26th; August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th; September 6th, 13th
Times: 7.00pm to 9.30pm
Cost: $120 per person