A COOPERATIVE EFFORT OF THE BRAZORIA COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION JUDGE RANDY HUFSTETLER OF THE 300TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT JUDGE JERRI MILLS, JUDGE MARC HOLDER, JUDGE JAMES BLACKSTOCK, OF THE COUNTY COURTS AT LAW AND PROBATE COURTS OF BRAZORIA COUNTY, THE SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH OF ANGLETON AND PEARLAND EXCHANGE CLUB.
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Divorce is a painful and confusing experience for all children. Research indicates that the manner in which parents handle the divorce can have a direct effect on their children's adjustment. FOR KIDS' SAKE seminars are designed to help parents gain insight into the needs of their children for both the short and long term transitions
of divorce.
Even the most loving and caring parents find it difficult to focus on their children's needs during such a traumatic time - and they seldom have the necessary skills to help their children with the resulting change and loss. FOR KIDS' SAKE puts parents in touch with their children's needs and provides them with the knowledge and skills to safely nurture their children through this process.
As. an educational model, FOR KIDS' SAKE does not deal with personal or legal issues, nor is it intended to be a substitute for counseling. The overwhelming majority of parents who have participated in FOR KIDS' SAKE have felt that it is a very supportive and worthwhile experience.
Who may attend? Any interested parent or professional is invited. Parents or other involved in a divorce, motion to modify, or other suits involving the parent/child relationship may be required by the court to attend.
When and when are the seminars held? Two sessions each month. 6-10PM. In Angleton at Second Baptist Church, 1817 Shanks Road, Angleton, Texas. (See map) and Pearland at the Pearland Neighborhood Center at 2335 N. Texas Avenue, Pearland, Texas (See map).
Who facilitates the seminars.? Professional:; with a degree in counseling, social work, education or other field conduct these sessions. They are assisted by other individuals trained to teach the course. Generally a male and female co-facilitate.
What is the cost? There are no fees for residents of Brazoria County or individuals who arc court ordered to attend through the Brazoria County Courts. All others are charged a $30.00 fee
What information is covered? For Kids' Sake focuses on issues such as understanding the effects of divorce on children, gaining insight into children's perceptions of divorce, talking to children about family changes, how to avoid placing children in the middle of parental issues, maintaining a meaningful and loving relationship with children and skills for co-parenting.
How do 1 register? Pre-registration is required. To register call (281) 756-1577, (979) 388-1577, or (979) 864-1577 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m, MondayThursday and between lO:OOa.m and 1 :OOp.m on Fridays
Will I receive a Certificate Completion? All participants who complete the four hour seminar receive a certificate of completion. Seminars begin and end on time. No late arrivals are allowed. Participants must remain in class for the entire seminar. No exceptions.
For Kids' Sake is available in Spanish at the Brazoria County Law Library upon request.
Childcare is not available during seminars.
Pursuant to the local rule of the 300th Judicial District Court, Brazoria County, Texas, all parties in suits affecting the parent child relationship (including divorce, paternity, modification) shall attend a qualified course addressing the needs of the children involved in these cases.
Course Director:
Sheelah Wooten
101 West Way Suite 1A
Lake Jackson TX, 77566
Ph# (979) 297-6767
Fax# (979) 297-6769
Registration cannot be handled through the course director. Please find course registration numbers on the individual pages for the Angleton and Pearland locations.
