November
  November 5 - "Grieving the Loss of the Perfect Child: For parents and guardians of children with special needs" will be held at Mental Health America from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. This free workshop will explore hidden feelings of grief at the loss of the "normal" or "perfect" childe, and end on a note of hope and healing. Contact Marlene Taylor at mtaylor@mhadc.com.
November 6-8 - 2008 Healthy Communities/Healthy Youth Conference "Igniting Sparks: Connect to Hope" Minneapolis, MN; sponsored by Search Institute.
November 12 - "Dyslexia: Common Questions Answered" will be presented at Mental Health America from 6:00 to 8:30 pm by Joseph Beckles, Education Advocate. Please call Mary Beth at 845-473-2500 x 1308 to register.
November 20 - The 11th Annual Dutchess County Children’s Services Council (CSC) Youth Conference will take place on Nov 20th from 8:30am-2:30pm at the Villa Borghese in Wappingers Falls, NY. The legacy of one Columbine teen, Rachel Scott, lives on at this year's event. The conference will center on bullying, violence, and aggression, and empower teens with the power of one to make a difference. The day-long event is free for youth and for adults who accompany them. Deadline to register is November 6th. Please download brochure for registration form.
 11th Annual Youth Conference Brochure
December
December 13 - "A Call to Men Raising Children, Teens & Grandchildren." This free event is an opportunity for men of all ages, cultures, and nationalities, who are raising children, to come together and share what they know about Raising Children and Teenagers. The event will be held at Mental Health America from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Call Marlene Taylor at 845-473-2500 x1309, or e-mail: mtaylor@mhadc.com to register.
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