Virtual Parenting Support During COVID-19 -Calendar and Resource list
Resources and Virtual Events:
FREE MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:
CBC article with list of Canadian resources: See article here.
WHAT TO DO WITH THE KIDS:
Resource: A terrific online list of activities and ideas from Forbes.com. I can personal vouch for some of them. The list is short on words and long on ideas, just what’s needed when you are getting “I’m Bored!”.
Event: Homeschooling During the Pandemic: Virtual Chat Friday April 10 at 1:00pm ET. Details and registration link here:
Resource: Globe & Mail columnist and parent coach Sarah Rosensweet on why
Weekly Events:
MONDAYS AT 12PM: SARAH ROSENSWEET.
Use this link: https://zoom.us/j/5059710245 (free) Toronto-based parenting coach who uses Dr.Laura Markham's approach to supporting peaceful parenting. “These are open to anyone, so please feel free to invite your friends. We will check in with each other and talk about what YOU need.” Her latest Globe and Mail column has tips for parenting through a crisis and how to lower your standards and other parenting tips in a crisis.
THURSDAYS AT 11AM: HEATHER BOYD.
See here for event postings or explore the calendar at https://www.lifewithababy.com/ (free) Niagara-based Occupational Therapist and sleep consultant uses attachment-based connected approaches to support sleep, family routines, parenting, and discipline. “This Parent Meet-up will focus on connection, curiosity, and collaboration around parenting through the pandemic. It is a casual check in on how everyone is doing.” Heather’s blog has most recently focused on homeschooling in a pandemic, and online supports for movement, health, and parenting.
Virtual Workshops and Summits:
BRIDGING NATURE IN UNCERTAIN TIMES SUMMIT, MAR 25 TO APR 3 2020 (FREE)
Organized by Kathleen Lockyer, a nature-based OT in California, this summit focuses on connecting with nature (both the natural world and our natural rhythms) during physical distancing. Kathleen has posted all the interviews individually on her blog.
Private Online Counseling:
ERIN BENTLEY
Toronto- and Vancouver-based relationship coach, Erin Bentley, takes a Gottman approach to supporting couples and has a long history of providing support virtually. www.erinbentley.com
SANDRA SACZKOWSKI
Sandra is a Niagara-based interpersonal counselor now working inthe online space. She provides service for those seeking support around workplace conflict and personal and marital counseling. www.sandrasaczkowski.com
Mental Health Resources:
This compilation by CBC.ca is the most thorough I’ve seen.