Working With Families of Children With Developmental Delays: For Home Visitors

Home visitors play a crucial role in supporting families of children with developmental delays. By conducting early screenings, providing tailored resources, and adopting a family-centered approach, they help empower families to effectively support their child’s development.

Child development is a crucial aspect of a child’s life, and one in four children between the ages of 0 and 5 are at moderate or high risk for a developmental, behavioral, or social delay. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends routine developmental screening and surveillance at every well-child visit, including home visits, to identify potential developmental delays. Tracking milestones in four domains – social-emotional, cognitive, movement and physical, and language and communication – is essential to identify potential developmental delays. Protective factors, such as parental resilience, social connections, and knowledge of parenting and child development, can help support development and can be learned and developed.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Developmental Delays and Disabilities
  • The Role of Home Visitors in Supporting Child Development
  • Working with Families of Children with Developmental Delays
  • Addressing Barriers and Providing Support
  • Accessing Services and Resources, and many more!

About the Speaker: Fran Goldfarb, MA, MCHES, CSPS

Fran Goldfarb, MA, MCHES, CSPS is excited to be joining Purchin Consulting. Fran recently retired as the Director of Community Education at the USC University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Research, Education and Service at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (USC UCEDD CHLA).

She served as the Family Support Discipline Director in LEND, their advanced level interdisciplinary training program. Ms. Goldfarb has a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and a master’s degree in Social Science. She is credentialed as a Master Certified Health Education Specialist.

She was also the first person in California credentialed as a Certified Family Peer Specialist. Together with her husband, she founded and facilitates the Los Angeles Asperger Syndrome Parent Support Group. Most importantly, she is the parent of an adult son with a developmental disability and other psychiatric disabilities.

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best of the internet, Child Development Resources, Developmental Delays, developmental Disabilities, Family-Centered Care, Home Visitor Support, Mental Health, Supporting Children with Disabilities

The power of vulnerability

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Connection is why humans are here, giving purpose and meaning to lives, and is neurobiologically how people are wired.

Shame is the fear of disconnection, and is easily understood as the fear that there is something about oneself that, if others know or see it, will make one unworthy of connection.

The people who have a strong sense of love and belonging believe they are worthy of love and belonging, and this is the only variable that separates them from those who struggle for it.

Wholehearted people, who live from a deep sense of worthiness, have in common a sense of courage, compassion to be kind to themselves and others, and connection as a result of authenticity.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Wholeheartedness and Vulnerability
  • Numbing Vulnerability and Its Consequences
  • Practicing Vulnerability and Believing in Enoughness

About the Speaker: Brené Brown

Casandra Brené Brown (born November 18, 1965) is an American academic and podcaster who is the Huffington Foundation’s Brené Brown Endowed Chair at the University of Houston’s Graduate College of Social Work and a visiting professor in management at the McCombs School of Business in the University of Texas at Austin. Brown is known for her work on shame, vulnerability, and leadership, and for her widely viewed 2010 TEDx talk. She has written six number-one New York Times bestselling books and hosted two podcasts on Spotify.

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best of the internet, Connection & Belonging, Power of Vulnerability, resilience, self care, Wholehearted Living

Listening to shame

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Shame is a crucial topic to discuss, as it’s closely tied to vulnerability and can prevent people from talking about important issues like race and privilege

The speaker believes that shame is what holds people back from having honest conversations and that it’s necessary to acknowledge and work through shame in order to move forward

The concept of shame is also relevant in other areas, such as medicine, where it can prevent people from admitting mistakes and learning from them

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Overcoming Shame with Empathy and Vulnerability
  • Understanding Shame
  • The Importance of Risk-Taking
  • Vulnerability and its Importance

About the Speaker: Brené Brown

Casandra Brené Brown (born November 18, 1965) is an American academic and podcaster who is the Huffington Foundation’s Brené Brown Endowed Chair at the University of Houston’s Graduate College of Social Work and a visiting professor in management at the McCombs School of Business in the University of Texas at Austin. Brown is known for her work on shame, vulnerability, and leadership, and for her widely viewed 2010 TEDx talk. She has written six number-one New York Times bestselling books and hosted two podcasts on Spotify.

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best of the internet, overcoming shame, personal growth, resilience, self care, Understanding Shame

Balance Your Boundaries

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The topic of discussion is boundary setting and how to set a good boundary. A methodology for setting boundaries will be provided. 

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • BALANCE YOUR BOUNDARIES
  • A Problem Well Stated is a Problem Half Solved
  • NEUTRALIZE YOUR LANGUAGE Debatable Issue

About the Speaker: Dr. Jody Janati

Dr. Jody Janati is an accomplished author, speaker, and educator specializing in interpersonal conflict resolution and effective communication strategies. She holds an Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership and an M.A. in Speech Communication.

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Balance Your Boundaries, best of the internet, Boundaries, communication skills, personal growth, resilience, self care

Diving Deep into Hmong History with a College Professor

The Hmong community has different generations, including the parent’s generation who know their identity, the Hmong-American generation who are trying to learn about their heritage, and the American-Hmong generation who are fully Americanized but want to learn about their roots. Many young Hmong people are interested in learning about their history and culture, but may not have access to information due to their parents’ reluctance to share painful experiences. A professor assigns students to interview their parents and grandparents about their experiences, including life in Laos, the evacuation, and time in refugee camps, to help them learn about their heritage. The professor suggests three areas of questioning for young Hmong people to ask their parents and grandparents: life in Laos, the evacuation and military service, and experiences in Thailand and refugee camps.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Hmong American Experience and Adaptation
  • Hmong Identity and History
  • French Colonialism and Hmong Resistance
  • The Hmong Role in the Secret War
  • Hmong Resilience and Cultural Preservation, and many more!

About the Speaker: Lee Pao Xiong

Lee Pao Xiong is the founding Director of the Center for Hmong Studies and a professor at Concordia University, St. Paul. He is recognized for his contributions to the study and promotion of Hmong culture and history.

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best of the internet, Cultural Heritage, DEI, diversity, Hmong American Experience, Hmong History, Hmong Resilience, inclusion, Refugee Stories

Belonging, A Critical Piece of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Carin Taylor’s talk underscores that belonging is the foundation upon which effective DEI initiatives are built. By creating environments where individuals feel safe, valued, and connected, organizations can harness the full potential of their diverse teams, leading to enhanced innovation and success.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Definition of Belonging
  • P.E.A.C.E. Framework
  • Impact on Organizations

About the Speaker: Carin Taylor

Carin Taylor is the Chief Diversity Officer at Workday, where she is responsible for the global development, evolution, and execution of the company’s vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). She is also a renowned speaker and executive leadership coach focused on these topics.

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best of the internet, cultural competence, DEI, diversity, equity, inclusion, Workplace Belonging

Mental Health Needs and Supports for the Entire Family of a Child with a Developmental Disability

Supporting the mental health of families with a child who has a developmental disability is crucial. Parents and siblings often experience significant emotional challenges, including stress, anxiety, and feelings of isolation. Access to comprehensive mental health services and resources is essential to address these challenges effectively.

Early intervention and tailored support can significantly improve the well-being of both the child and their family members. Collaborative efforts among healthcare providers, educators, and community organizations are vital in creating a supportive environment that fosters resilience and positive outcomes for the entire family.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Family Adjustment and Adaptation
  • Strengths and Talents of Children with Developmental Disabilities
  • Family Support and Experiences
  • Positives of Raising a Child with a Disability
  • Challenges and Family Dynamics, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola, M.D., Ph.D.

Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola is Professor of Clinical Internal Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, University of California, Davis. He is also Founding Director of the newly developed Center for Reducing Health Disparities at UC Davis Health System. Dr. Aguilar-Gaxiola is the on-site Principal Investigator of the Mexican American Prevalence and Services Survey (MAPSS), the largest mental health study conducted in the U.S. on Mexican Americans. He is a member of the National Advisory Mental Health Council (NAMHC), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).

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best of the internet, Child Disability Resources, developmental Disabilities, Developmental Disability Support, family mental health, Family Well-Being, Mental Health, Supporting Parents and Siblings

Understand and Apply the Psychology of Money to Gain Greater Happiness

The discussion focuses on the psychology of money and how it can change one’s psychology, with most people tending to lie at the extremes of either saving too much money or spending too much money.

The concept of freedom is closely related to wealth, with true freedom being about independence, and the pursuit of wealth can sometimes hinder this independence.

The goal is to understand how to organize one’s life around the pursuit of wealth and happiness, and to recognize that one’s relationship to money and its pursuit should match their particular goals.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Spending Habits & Cynicism
  • Understanding Regret and Financial Decisions
  • The Challenge of Anticipating Regret
  • Money as a Tool, Happiness, Independence & Purpose
  • The Psychology of Wealth and Motivation, and more!

About the Speaker: Morgan Housel

Morgan Housel is the New York Times Bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and Same As Ever. His books have sold over nine million copies and have been translated into more than 60 languages.

He is a two-time winner of the Best in Business Award from the Society of American Business Editors and Writers, and winner of the New York Times Sidney Award. MarketWatch named him one of the 50 most influential people in markets. He’s a partner at The Collaborative Fund and serves on the board of directors at Markel.

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best of the internet, Financial Freedom, financial wellness, Money & Happiness, Money Psychology, Wealth Habits

The Anxious Generation and the Epidemic of Childhood Mental Illness

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Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist and Thomas Cooley professor in Ethical Leadership at New York University, and his latest book, “The Anxious Generation,” explores the disastrous consequences of social media on teenage mental health and the rise of political dysfunction.

The book is a call to action for what parents, teachers, schools, tech companies, and government must collectively do to end the crisis, and it offers concrete suggestions for change.

Tristan Harris, co-founder and executive director of the Center for Humane Technology, emphasizes the importance of understanding perverse incentives and their impact on society, citing Charlie Munger’s statement, “If you show me the incentive, I will show you the outcome”.

Haidt notes that around 2011-2012, people were techno-optimists, believing the internet would bring about a new age of democracy, but this optimism blinded them to the potential negative effects on children

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • The Shift in Childhood and Rise of Mental Health Issues
  • Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health
  • Proposed Solutions and Addressing the Harms
  • Social Media as an “Inexperience Blocker”
  • Practical Steps and Strategies for Change, and many more!

About the Speaker: Jonathan David Haidt

Jonathan David Haidt is an American social psychologist and author. He is the Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership at the New York University Stern School of Business. Haidt’s main areas of study are the psychology of morality and moral emotions.

Haidt’s main scientific contributions come from the psychological field of moral foundations theory, which attempts to explain the evolutionary origins of human moral reasoning on the basis of innate, gut feelings rather than logic and reason. The theory was later extended to explain the different moral reasoning and how they relate to political ideology, with different political orientations prioritizing different sets of morals. The research served as a foundation for future books on various topics.

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best of the internet, Childhood Mental Health, developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, Social Media and Teens, Supporting Anxious Generation, Teen Anxiety Epidemic, Youth Mental Health Crisis

What You should know about raising an Autistic child

Manning-Courtney’s message is one of optimism and reassurance, affirming that despite challenges, families can thrive and find fulfillment in raising an autistic child. She encourages maintaining high expectations, building supportive communities, and recognizing the unique value each child brings.

A developmental pediatrician shares her experience of evaluating 3-year-old twin boys with autism 20 years ago. The boys had limited verbal communication and were efficient at getting their needs met without adult help. The pediatrician referred the boys for additional evaluations, including speech language testing and developmental assessments.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Expecting children to progress
  • Maintaining expectations
  • Support and understanding
  • Uncharted Territory
  • Prejudice of low expectations, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Patricia M. Manning-Courtney, M.D.

Dr. Patricia M. Manning-Courtney is a pediatrician in Cincinnati, Ohio and is affiliated with Cincinnati Children’s. She received her medical degree from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Patricia M. Manning-Courtney accepts insurance plans – see insurance accepted below. Dr. Patricia M. Manning-Courtney is highly recommended by patients.

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Autism Support for Families, best of the internet, developmental Disabilities, Early Childhood Autism, Expectations for Autistic Kids, Mental Health, Parenting Autistic Children, Raising an Autistic Child