Starting Wednesday May 7th
Morning course: 10–11am, every week for 8 weeks
Afternoon course: 1–2pm, every week for 8 weeks
Cost: €50 (can be waived for those with limited incomes, please contact Elaine McKiernan at 01 662 9212 or emckiernan@onefamily.ie)
How to have a child-centered approach, ensuring children are well supported through the transition
Practical tools to improve communication between parents, how to manage conflict, develop a shared parenting plan and more
Encourage parents to have pride in the new family form, inviting children to ask questions and being available to answer the awkward questions about family forms as they arise
Solve shared parenting problems in a positive way which focuses on the needs of your children
Create practical arrangements for children that minimise stress and conflict
Improve communication with your children and with the other parent
Cope with the emotional impact of separation and learn stress management techniques
Help your children cope emotionally with the separation
Deal with the challenges of post-separation or being a ‘live away’ parent