4800 Golf Road, Suite 450, Eau Claire, WI 54701 | phone 715.833.1735 | fax 715.833.1215 | email frcec@frcec.org
March, April & May Spring 2012| Volume 13 Issue 1
FRC Staff
From the Executive Director
Brook Berg | Executive Director
brook@frcec.org
For over 12 years now, the FRC has been a stable place
Lisa Hood | Administrative Assistant for families to turn to for support, education and
frcec@frcec.org resources. Because parenting is one of the toughest and
most important jobs, we all must have a stake in ensuring
Melissa Lokken | Parent Educator
that parents have access to the resources and support that
melissa@frcec.org they need to be successful. We are pleased to make an
Lita Prorok | MATCh Specialist impact on so many lives each year.
match@frcec.org In 2011 we…
Amanda Shilts | Parent Educator Served 3,432 total participants in our programs!
amanda@frcec.org 92% of parents reported that the program increased their
understanding of their child's growth and development
99% of parents reported that our program helped them understand
their role as a parent.
Board of Directors
96% of parents reported that the program has increased their self-
confidence in parenting skills
President Dave Swan | Retired, UW-
Stout
Since our move, the number of participants in our programs has grown
Vice President Jeff Sauter | Dove
significantly! Our drop in and play participants have increased by
Healthcare South
697%!! If you haven’t stopped by to see us, you’re missing out!
Secretary Brook Steele | Sacred
Heart Hospital
Treasurer Chrystal Mills | Eau Claire A special thank you to all of you who continue to support us. Building on
Area Chamber of Commerce family strengths through prevention, education, support and
collaboration-- we are all helping
Susan Rusboldt | Retired, Wisconsin
Department of Children & Families to make a positive difference in our
community.
Jeff Smith | Former State
Representative
Dr. Emily Smith-Nguyen | Smith &
Prissel Chiropractic
Dr. Jennifer Eddy | University of
Wisconsin Department of Family
Medicine Stop in and visit the FRC
playroom, sponsored by
Cindy Peterson | Weld, Riley, Prenn
& Ricci, S.C.
Center Hours | Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:00—2:00 pm, Thursday & Friday, 10:00—3:00 pm
Drop in and play hours | Tuesday & Wednesday, 11:45—2:00 pm, Thursday & Friday, 10:00—3:00 pm
DROP & SHOP hours | Saturday & Sunday, 12:00—5:00 pm
Center Closed | Memorial Day Monday, May 28
The Eau Claire County B.R.A.I.N. Team presents the Eighth Western Wisconsin
Brain Conference
Friday, March 30, 2012
Sacred Heart Hospital Community Auditorium | Eau Claire, WI
To register, call (715) 833-1735 or email frcec@frcec.org
Young Athletes 2012
An innovative inclusive sports play program
for all children ages 2 to 7 and their families!
Activities will consist of foundational skills, walking
and running, balance & jumping, trapping & catch-
ing, throwing, striking, kicking and more!
Register today !
days
Thurs
8, 15, 29
M arch 1,
6
12, 19, 2
April 5,
0 pm
4:45-5:3
Participant forms available at the YMCA, the Family
Resource Center or by calling 715-852-3075
Advance registration required.
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Volunteers & Donors...We Couldn’t Do it Without You!
Thank you to our volunteers & donors!
Donors| Barbara Abraham, Marlene Arntson, Carolyn & John Barstad, Mike & Bonnie Berg,
James Breen, Sarah Symanski, Robin & Bob Burch, Monnie Mullen-Burkart, Charter Bank, Season
Dixon, Eau Claire Morning Rotary Club, Jennifer Eddy & Mark Gideonsen, Bryan & Beatrice
Farmer, Emily Gehling, Christine Gimber, Alice Hanson, Karla Hoefgen, Ralph & Peggy Hudson,
Rick & Ann Kaiser, Mary Kante, Kiwanis Club of EC Indianhead, Julia Kyle, Thomas Larson,
EC Seymour Lions Club, Laura Lokken, Amy Ludwikowski, Mayo Foundation, Lori Michal,
Brenda & Mike Moe, Donna Moore, Ann Neville, Northwestern Bank, Roxann Ostermann,
Francie Peardon, Peck Family, Peoples Bank of Wisconsin, Realtyworks, Sue Rowe,
Susan and Tom Rusboldt, Sacred Heart Hospital, Eau Claire Scheels All Sports, Aida Schunk,
Emily Smith-Nguyen, Sunrise Exchange Club of EC, TTM Technologies, United Way of Chippewa
Valley, Dave & Sue Vandeloo, Ben & Lori Whitis, and Xcel Energy
Volunteers | Natalie Ball, Geri Biszmaier, Carrie Dercks, Brian Doxie, Jennifer Eddy, Liz Glomski,
Courtney Gosney, Abbi Hanaman, Brittany Hattrem, Michelle Haynes, Hannah Hulke, Theresa
Jallas, Mollie Jochum, Zoe Kiper, Katie McQuinn, Katie Meerza, Choua Moua, Nathaniel, Kathy
Nelson-Smith, Jenn Newman, Andy Peterson, Cindy Peterson, Jacob Randolph, Beth Schwartz,
Emily Smith-Nguyen, Brook Steele, and Annie Youngblood
Play n’ Learn Play Groups
A fun, interactive time for you and your child! Experience creative learning activities, learn about your
child’s development and connect with other parents.
Registration: You can now register for play groups online! The registration forms will be active starting at
10:00 am on the day of pre-registration. Or you can call FRC to pre-register your child for Play ‘n Learn.
Please indicate your first and second choices when pre-registering. You will be notified of which group your
child is in two weeks prior to the start date of the group.
Session #1 Session #2
Tuesday, February 21 – Wednesday, April 4 Tuesday, April 17 – Wednesday, May 23
(No class on March 20 and 21)
Tuesdays 9-10:15 (18 mo-5yr)
Tuesdays 9-10:15 (18 mo-5yr)
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 (6-24 mo)
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 (6-24 mo)
Wednesdays 9-10:15 (18 mo-5yr)
Wednesdays 9-10:15 (18 mo-5yr)
Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 (18 mo-5yr)
Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 (18 mo-5yr)
*Preregistration Date: Tuesday, March 27, 10:00 am
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Upcoming FRC Events
Please call 715.833.1735 or visit our online registration page at www.frcec.org. Just click on “Sign Up for Classes!” and
complete the form. Registration is required and free child care will be provided if requested. {All classes will
take place at the Family Resource Center in the Oakwood Mall unless otherwise noted.}
Wednesday, March 14 The Parenting Class / Melissa Lokken, FRC Parent Educator
2:00-4:00 pm
FRC | Fee $10 The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics such as: anger
management, communication, raising responsible children, discipline and
routines. This class is also available online. Call 715-833-1735 for details.
Saturday, March 17 Date with Dad: Fire Station/Library
10:00-11:30 am ECASD Early Learning, Western Dairyland, & FRC
Fire Station #2
Dads or any significant male role model are invited to bring your pre-school
age children to tour a Fire Station! A snack will be provided.
Please park in the meters.
Wednesday, March 21 Indoor Sensory Fun / Melissa Lokken, FRC Parent Educator
10:00-11:30 am
FRC School is out for spring break… Come and get messy at the Family Resource
Center. Sensory fun for all ages; sand, water, clean mud and more! Wear play
clothes and plan to get messy! (ages 18 mo & up)
Wednesday, March 21 Emotion Management / Lita Prorok, MATCh Coordinator
5:30-6:30 pm
FRC Managing feelings is a learned behavior. Children need to learn how to manage
their emotions in healthy and appropriate ways in order to have a successful fu-
ture. Talking about one’s emotions is not an easy skill for children to learn. In
addition, it can be difficult for parents to help their children learn alternative
skills. This class will teach a variety of emotional regulation techniques that are
appropriate for children of all ages.
Friday, March 23 Recipe Exchange! / Susan Krahn, MS,RD,CD
10:00-11:30 am Eau Claire City-County Health Department
FRC
Turn your family’s favorite recipes into healthier recipes! We will discuss ways
you can make the foods your family already enjoys healthier by using ingredient
swaps and different preparation techniques. Bring your favorite recipes and take
home new ones to try.
Wednesday, April 4 Music and the Brain / Sandi Stanton and Laurie Zakrzewski
5:30-6:30 pm
FRC Play, dance, and move with your child while we explore ways music and fun
helps build brains and healthy relationships. Learn about the brain and experi-
ence things you can easily do at home and have fun while boosting the brain.
Tuesday, April 10 Limit Setting / Amanda Shilts, FRC Parent Educator
6:00-7:30 pm
FRC Learn more about setting guidelines and limits for children of all ages, and why it
is important for our children’s healthy development.
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To sign up for classes or receive class updates, visit our website www.frcec.org or our Facebook page
www.facebook.com/frcec or call 715.833.1735. {All classes will take place at the Family Resource Center in Oakwood
Mall unless otherwise noted.}
Monday, April 23 Date with Dad: Military Trucks
5:30-7:00 pm ECASD Early Learning, Western Dairyland, & FRC
National Guard Armory
Dads or any significant male role models are invited to bring their pre-school
aged children to the Armory for an evening of learning and exploring military
trucks! Dinner will be provided.
Tuesday, April 24 Responsible & Respectful Discipline / Sharon Besterfeldt
6:00-7:30 pm Participants will receive a basic understanding of what it means to parent using
FRC Restitution. It is a form of discipline which, in part, helps a parent find an appro-
priate position of control while also helping the child fix a problem or problem
behavior.
Friday, April 27 How to Grocery Shop Like a Dietitian / Susan Krahn, MS,RD,CD
10:00-11:30 am Eau Claire City-County Health Department
FRC
Learn what to look for on a food label and how to compare items to pick the
healthier choices for your family.
Wednesday, May 2 Building Baby’s Brain / Sandi Stanton, EC County BRAIN Team
6:30-8:00 pm
FRC Learn how positive interactions with your baby enhance social and emotional
development, creativity, and even IQ. Activities for specific ages will be shared
Fee $10 and demonstrated. Class content will be geared towards development from birth
to age 3.
Sponsored by the Eau Claire County Brain Team
Wednesday, May 9 The Parenting Class / Melissa Lokken, FRC Parent Educator
2:00-4:00 pm
FRC | Fee $10 The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics such as: anger
management, communication, raising responsible children, discipline and
routines. This class is also available online. Call 715-833-1735 for details.
Friday, May 11 K Readiness / Melissa Lokken, FRC Parent Educator
10:00-11:30 am
FRC
Join us to learn the signs of school readiness. Learn about simple activities you
can do with your child to promote skills needed for Kindergarten.
Saturday, May 19 Date with Dad: T-Ball
12:00-1:30 pm ECASD Early Learning, Western Dairyland, & FRC
Boyd Park
Dads or any significant male role model are invited to bring your pre-school age
children to play t-ball at Boyd Park! Lunch will be provided.
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Additional FRC Programs
Parents As Teachers
Drop & Shop “I love FRC because I can make sure my babies are on
track and get ideas to do with them.”
Check out our new, drop-in child
care service! While you are shop- “I love the home visiting girls; they are always there to help when
ping at Oakwood Mall, your child I am feeling down.”
can play in our playroom while
you shop, kid-free! Parents As Teachers is designed to provide guid-
ance and support to families of all configurations
Children ages 1-10 | First come, first served
and life circumstances. We provide timely infor-
$10 flat fee for one child for up to 2 hours of care ($5 mation on child development, intellectual
for additional children) growth, social development, motor skills, and
Cash only help parents understand and have appropriate
Parents must remain in the Oakwood Mall and have an expectations for each stage of their child's de-
active cell phone with them
OPEN: velopment. We offer practical ideas on ways to
Saturdays 12:00-5:00 pm encourage learning and to gain new insights
Sundays 12:00-5:00 pm and share their experiences, common concerns
and successes.
For more information, email frcec@frcec.org or
call (715) 833-1735 To give your child a
FRC is looking for volunteer caregivers for our Drop & Shop
head start, register today!
program! If you have experience with children and are (715) 833-1735 | frcec@frcec.org
interested, please contact us!
The Parenting Class Online*
The Parenting Class will cover various general
parenting topics such as; anger management,
communication, responsible children, discipline
and routines. (Approximately *3 hours to Divorce has been a topic of many questions
complete.) recently. Every child handles the divorce of
Take this self-paced class online and receive a their parents differently. Regardless, there
certificate upon completion. Cost is $10. are a few important things to remember when
a child is dealing with divorce. No matter
For more information or to register call the Family
Resource Center at 715-833-1735. what terms the parents are on, the child needs to remain the
number one priority. Parents will need to put their personal is-
*Must have an email account to receive and submit sues aside and make sure the needs of the child are being met.
assignments to instructor. Although class takes Make sure the children have a neutral support system to turn to.
approximately 3 hours to complete, all assignments must be
Let your children know that you still love them and will always be
approved before new material is given.
Class timeline works best in a 5-10 day there for them. Look at the option of counseling to help assist
period at minimum but can be self the children with the change. Finally, do not argue with your ex
paced to fit individual’s needs. or talk badly about them in front of the children. Contact the
MATCh program at 715-552-1365 or match@frcec.org.
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Family Resource Center’s new programs
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A special thank you to Sacred Heart Hospital for
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The mission of the Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County is to provide programs and
services that build on family strengths through prevention, education, support, and collaboration
with other resources in the community. The Family Resource Center is available to all families and
children in Eau Claire County.
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