Families in Action has been created to help kids, parents, and families learn how to cope with important life issues anywhere from everyday common problems to more serious and tough problems.    We have helpful and useful resources for parents, kids, and families in Monroe, and Vernon counties.  Please take a moment and browse through any of the following topics that may be of help to you and your family.

 

·        Raising kids with appropriate praise and discipline

 

·        Coping with family changes

(For example: ADHD, Disabilities, Divorce, Single Parenting, Foster Care, or Incarceration of a Parent)

 

·        Learning to be confident with oneself and make good choices with friends

 

·        Coping with stress and anger of a child

 

·        How to say "No" to peer pressure and alcohol and drug use

 

·        Helping your kids deal with illness, grief and the loss of a loved one

 

·        Tips on better study habits for homework

 

 

 

For further information on Alcohol and Other Drug Use:

 

http://pupilservices.spartan.org/spartapupil/alcohol+and+other+drug+abuse+information/default.asp

 

For further information on Suicide Prevention:

 

http://pupilservices.spartan.org/spartapupil/suicide+prevention+information/default.asp

 

 

 

 





For additional information you may contact Heather Gartner at 608-366-3456.