Where
211 East Franklin Street, Appleton, WI 54911Contact
Sherry NedensDown Syndrome Association of Wisconsin-Fox Cities
920-379-1577
nedens73@uwosh.edu
Puberty Workshops | For Pre-Adolescents with Cognitive Disabilities
Female Workshop- $20 9:30am-11:30am
Male Workshop- $20 1:00pm-3:00pm
The cost of this workshop includes light refreshments and all handout materials.
Class size is limited to 12 parent/child couples per class.
Registration accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
A $20 gas gift card will be given after attendance.
About the Presenter
Terri Couwenhoven MS is an AASECT certified sex educator who specializes in designing and implementing sexuality programs and materials for people with intellectual disabilities, families and professionals. Her puberty workshops help families learn together in a comfortable, safe, and fun environment. Concrete teaching methods (videos, slides, pictures, games, activities) will be used to improve comprehension and help parents become more comfortable and confident helping their children understand body changes, self care, and appropriate social behavior. www.terricouwenhoven.com
Workshop Details:
Workshop for Girls
This two-part program is designed for mothers and/or other significant female adults and their daughters ages 10-14. After attending the workshop participants will be able to:
- Describe the physical and emotionalchanges girls experience during puberty
- Use feminine hygiene products correctly
- Identify rules related to private body parts & social appropriateness
Workshop for Boys
This two-hour workshop is designed for parents and their sons ages 11-14. After attending
program participants will be able to:
- Describe the physical and emotional changes that happen to boys during puberty
- Identify rules related to private body parts & social appropriateness
EVENT SPONSORS: DSAW-Fox Cities and NW Regional Center for CYSHCN