KidsMatter EVENTS
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UPCOMING FREE PUBLIC EVENTS
KidsMatter is proud to support the Glenbard Parent Series
Monday, April 21st | 12:00 to 4:00 P.M.
23rd International Children’s Day Festival
Kingsley Elementary School
Join KidsMatter in supporting this multi-cultural children’s event, hosted by the Turkish-American Cultural Alliance! This free event includes international performances and music, an entertaining magician, face painting, great food and more!
Tuesday, April 23rd | 7:00 to 8:30 P.M.
“My Sister Liv” Film Screening & Talk Back
Metea Valley High School
Join Max’s Mission and KidsMatter for a special, free screening of the documentary “My Sister Liv” at Metea Valley High School on Tuesday, April 23rd from 7:00-8:30 pm, in the Large Forum room.
Directed by Grammy Award-winning Alan Hicks and Academy and Emmy Award-winning Paula DuPré Pesen, this powerful film follows a family coping with the loss of their daughter/sister Liv to suicide, providing an honest and insightful look into mental illness and its impact.
Following the one-hour screening, there will be a panel discussion with experts in the field of suicide. Open to individuals aged 14 and up, this event offers a valuable opportunity for our community to come together and engage with this important topic.
Wednesday, April 24th | 7:30 to 11:00 A.M.
Youth Mental Health Summit
College of DuPage
Student Resource Center SRC 2000
Youth and families are continuing to experience the impacts of social media and loneliness on their mental health. Anxiety, depression, and school refusal remain a concern in our communities.
A panel of teens, youth-serving organizations, and treatment providers will be joined by a keynote speaker to engage in a discussion on youth mental health. Participants will learn about recent national and local data as well as research-driven youth developmental assets and strategies to support positive growth and empowerment.
We invite parents, students, schools & districts, youth-
serving organizations, professionals, local government, and business leaders to join us for this free opportunity.
Thursday, April 25th | 9:00 to 2:00 P.M.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training – Adults
Naperville School District 203 Administration Building
203 W Hillside Rd
Naperville Community Unit School District 203 Home & School, Indian Prairie School District 204, West Aurora School District 129, and KidsMatter are partnering together on two Youth Mental Health First Aid Training classes for Parents and Caregivers.
Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for parents and adults who regularly interact with young people. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help children and adolescents (age 6-18) who are experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or is in crisis.
After completing a 2-hour, self-paced online class, First Aiders will participate in an in-person, Instructor-led class. The 2–hour self-paced class needs to be completed before attending the in-person, Instructor-led class. Continuing education units are available for LCPC/LPC, LCSW/LSW, LMFT, and Psychologists.
Saturday, April 27th | 9:00 to 1:30 P.M.
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training – Adults
Waubonsie Valley High School
Naperville Community Unit School District 203 Home & School, Indian Prairie School District 204, West Aurora School District 129, and KidsMatter are partnering together on two Youth Mental Health First Aid Training classes for Parents and Caregivers.
Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for parents and adults who regularly interact with young people. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help children and adolescents (age 6-18) who are experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or is in crisis.
After completing a 2-hour, self-paced online class, First Aiders will participate in an in-person, Instructor-led class. The 2–hour self-paced class needs to be completed before attending the in-person, Instructor-led class. Continuing education units are available for LCPC/LPC, LCSW/LSW, LMFT, and Psychologists.
Monday, May 20th | 7:30 AM to 4:30 P.M.
Chari-Tee Time Golf Outing
Seven Bridges Golf Club
1 Mulligan Dr.
Woodridge, IL 60517
Hosted by the Naperville Professional Firefighters for a Cause (NPFFC), the Chari-Tee Time golf outing is one of their original fundraising events. The outing features 18 holes of championship golf with cart, as well as premium food and beverages for the entire day. All proceeds from this outing go to support Kids Matter. Your support can make a significant impact, not just on the success of the day’s event, but on the lives touched by our KidsMatter initiatives.
LINDEN OAKS WEBINAR SERIES: MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
CLICK HERE FOR THE CALENDAR & TO REGISTER
On the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., join Linden Oaks Behavioral Health’s webinar series.
4/17/24 – Navigating Your Emerging Older Teen / Younger Adult Towards Independence
5/15/24 – School’s Out for Summer: Maintaining Stability for Return to School
Empowering kids to realize their purpose, know their value and find their pathway
KidsMatter works collaboratively with organizations and resources throughout the community, including mental health professionals, schools, public safety agencies, faith-based communities and local businesses. Our support and services impact roughly 45,000 youth throughout Will and DuPage counties.
ON DEMAND PAST EVENTS
Communication 101 for Tweens & Teens (And Parents)
Dr. Catherine Newman
February 8, 2023
Erin's Law Discussion
November 8, 2021
Adolescent Mental Health in 2021
Aaron Weiner
May 26, 2021
Educational Series: Keeping Our Kids Safe On Their Devices
Family Communication through COVID-19 and Stressful Times
Rich Wistocki
April 20, 2021
Educational Series: Family Matters
Family Communication through COVID-19 and Stressful Times
Christina Maki & Dr. Laura Bokar
March 10, 2021
Educational Series: E-Cigs, Vaping, and Marijuana
Dr. McBride
March 8, 2021
The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make
Ron Lieber
February 4, 2021
The Importance of Failure
January 27, 2021
7:00-7:40 pm
Zoom Virtual Discussion
Educational Series: Common Genius Uncommon Destiny
November 11, 2020
Resilient University
KidsMatter welcomes Tom Klisiewicz to present “Resilient University”. Teaching Mindfulness, Mediation and other practical Scientifically supported Resiliency Strategies to reduce Stress, Perform at your Peak and Live Healthier, Happier Lives
September 30, 2020
7:00 – 7:40 pm CST
Educational Series: Road to Recovery
July 22, 2020
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