All classes are free and open to anyone interested (participants do not have to meet income or geographic guidelines unless noted otherwise). Current CAC clients are encouraged to sign up for classes.  For more information on all classes, contact Julie Reid, julie.reid@cackc.org, 816-763-3277 x 110
January Classes

Addressing and Managing Challenging Behavior in Children: January 22, 1 – 2 pm 
  • For anyone interested in learning effective skills for rewarding and motivating children 
  • Presented by Tonika Benson, Community Education Manager, Child Abuse Prevention Association. 
  • Register HERE to receive a ZOOM for video or phone call link for the session 
Parenting is hard work! But it can also be fun and rewarding. There are many things you can do to help build a safe, stable, and nurturing relationship with your child. This session will help parents handle some common parenting challenges, so they can be a more confident parent and enjoy helping their child grow. 

CAC Cooks! January 26, 1 – 1:45 pm 
  • For anyone looking for healthier meal options.  
  • Presented by Rachel Casey, Community Assistance Council Executive Director 
  • This session will be presented on CAC's Facebook Live 
CAC's Rachel Casey will use ingredients from this month's food distribution to make two winter hardy dishes - Chicken Pasta and Mexican Lentil Soup. Join us for the January edition of CAC Cooks!  

Interacting with Individuals with Mental Health Issues: January 29, 1 – 2 pm
  • Presented by Shane Young, MSW, ReDiscover Mental Health Center 
  • Register HERE to receive Google Meets for video or phone call links for the session 
Those who attend will learn:  
  • How stigmatizing language influences connection with clients.  
  • About Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and Borderline and how to work with clients who are diagnosed with these illnesses.  
  • Tips for interacting with people who are diagnosed with a mental illness.  
  • To identify a mental health crisis and how to navigate a crisis. 
  • About the LEAP concept. 
  • How to manage escalating behaviors.

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Virtual Wellness by Phone at Home 
The First Hand Foundation and CAC are partnering to offer the Foundation's free, at home, by phone virtual wellness classes to CAC friends. Participants do not have to meet income or geographic guidelines. Follow these steps to get connected to Fitness Instructors.
  • Dial 816 384-1534
  • Enter Conference ID: 822 269 208 or 520 472 345 (evening Yoga)
  • Enter the # (sign) after the Conference ID
  • Download the PDF flyer HERE.
 
Yoga: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 1 pm
Start a Yoga practice at home! All ages are welcome, come as you are and work at your own pace and level. That could be in a chair or on the floor. Our Instructors will guide you through the 50-minute practice.
 
Nutrition Hacks and Stretch & Strength: Tuesdays and Thursdays - 1 pm
Deepen your knowledge of all things nutrition with 5 minutes of Nutrition Hacks. These tips and tricks will help you live a more nutritionist life! Stretch & Strength class follows at 1:05 pm. This class combines the best of both worlds.
 
Evening Yoga: Mondays and Thursdays - 6 pm
End your day centered and relaxed with an evening Yoga class. Note this class has a different Conference ID (520 472 345).
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On demand sessions to watch at your convenience
Mindfulness: presented by CAC Volunteer Jim McGraw
While the negative impact of stress on health is well known, daily relaxation practices can decrease muscle tension, high blood pressure, anxiety, etc.  In this video, participants will learn and practice a simple technique to help activate your parasympathetic nervous system,  called the "relaxation response"  by Harvard physician Dr. Herbert Benson. The video also includes practical  tips to take calming diaphragmatic breaths throughout the day for a more relaxed mind/body. Link to video HERE.
 
Autogenic Muscle Relaxation: presented by CAC Volunteer Jim McGraw
Autogenic Muscle Relaxation (AMR) is a self-relaxation method used since the 1930's, sometimes with biofeedback. This short video session provides an overview of AMR, and a guided narrative where listeners intentionally relax by repeating phrases such as "my hands are heavy and warm". The regular practice of this simple technique can lead to muscle relaxation, dilation of blood vessels in the extremities, and an overall sense of calm. Link HERE.
 
Trauma Informed Care: Video produced by Truman Medical Center’s Center for Trauma Informed Innovation. 
Trauma-informed care includes practices that promote safety, empowerment, and healing for children and adults. This video helps participants understand the connection between symptoms and behaviors and an individual’s trauma history. Link HERE.

Landlord Tenant University: Presented by the City of Kansas City, Mo. Link HERE.

Landlord Tenant University - Fair Housing: Presented by the City of Kansas City, Mo. Link HERE.
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