Increase Cooperation by Offering Your Child Choices
2024-08-05 13:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Is it always a negotiation when you ask your child to complete a task? Using a “first this, then that” statement is a reliable way to get your child to follow through. In this talk, we will help you design your own “first-then” boards and talk about ways you can use this strategy easily and anytime.
This webinar will cover:
•What is a “first-then” board?
•How to provide meaningful choices to your child
•When to use this visual
•Question & Answer
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkcuGhqz0jGtzHwv_fT910XRD7wDkhcdw6

Parent Cafe
2024-08-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Parents are invited to join us for a virtual Parent Café! This will be an INTERACTIVE café, so join us on zoom! Come as you are, strengthen your protective factors and learn more about your family’s strengths.
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-iqqD8uGdb-9xVp0uCwIY36F9NaroH9

Teaching Toddlers to Communicate
2024-09-12 12:00 - 12:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Each year, one in four children under the age of five are identified as “at risk” for developmental delays. Oftentimes the most powerful agent for change is not the hours spent in a therapist’s office, but the interactions between caregiver and child. Join Kyo to learn simple, easy to use interventions that will allow you to help your child thrive.
This Webinar Will Cover:
• Easy to use tactics that promote increased communication and engagement
• How to incorporate intentional learning opportunities throughout your natural routines
• Other communication modalities
• Question & Answer
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqcuGtpz4oG9CBenLLdAXUeSjGkMbe342k

Mandated Reporter Training
2024-09-12 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shippe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing. This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsd–qqzojGtULjBSMttGIGY_0CvmO7hd5

How to Respond to Running Away and Avoidant Behaviors
2024-10-17 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Does your child run away when presented with an unpleasant task or walk away from you when in the community? In this 30-minute webinar, families will learn to identify the “why” of this behavior. Parents will learn function-based strategies to decrease rates of elopement and teach their child ways to “escape” in more positive, safe ways.
This Webinar Will Cover:
• What is elopement?
• Why children engage in this behavior
• Appropriate replacement skills
• Question & Answer
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpcO6gqTIjHNYWVt7aT12TqAq214hBHt2s

Fall/Winter Poison Prevention
2024-10-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
This workshop will provide an introduction to California Poison Control System and the Poison Hotline, poison prevention for trending topics, and health education resources. Now updated with information regarding the following:
• The Dangers of Social Media Challenges
• Children & Cannabis
• Children & Medicine
• Storage & Disposal Safety Practices
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdeGsqTotEtDp1-8m2-1oGu_R9E91ipOs

Making Mealtimes More Enjoyable
2024-11-05 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Meal time can be stressful for anyone with young children. Difficulties with food selectivity and other meal-time challenges are even more common amongst people with autism. This can lead to nutritional deficits as well as difficulties participating in social routines. In this webinar, tips will be shared for facilitating peaceful meals as well as strategies to increase food acceptance and social interactions.
This Webinar Will Cover:

How to identify feeding problems
Strategies to increase food acceptance
Improving social interactions during meal time
Question & Answer

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpdumtpzoiGNLr0XN7deqoUgsTmMg-B9oE

Mandated Reporter Training
2024-11-07 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing. This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcOmsrzMpE9SbJNZOlj2w6eUdZ8ezC4_j

Mandated Reporter Training
2025-01-23 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing. This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpduyorzwiHdRxF2lf7R5S7rAfuIOB-EKU

S.E.L.F. Love Wellness Workshop
2025-02-08 09:00 - 10:30 | CocoKids Learning Institute, 1035 Detroit Avenue, Suite 100, Concord, CA, 94518, United States
Presented by: Alexis Ford, Quality Improvement Services Coordinator
Would you like to connect with others in the Early Care and Education community through mindful movement and connection? Would you also like to Social Emotional Learning strategies to help the children in your program stay regulated and engaged?
You’re invited to join us for a Social Emotional Learning Focused (or S.E.L.F) Love Wellness Workshop! This workshop aims to help early childhood educators learn how to incorporate mindfulness and playfulness into their daily lives. The lesson plan includes mindful movement that will help us have open hearts and a guided meditation to increase focus, enhance mind-body connection!
Note: This training is in person and we will be standing, stretching, sitting, and doing other mindful movements.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxM-51GuVjfPR-xAfUjyG8uXKDfih01ji_PhUlyZAAm74emg/viewform
SPACE IS LIMITED! If you have an exercise mat, please bring it with you.

What is ABA and How Can it Help My Family?
2025-02-12 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based therapy designed to increase independence and quality of life for children with autism and their families. At Kyo, we take a child-centric, naturalistic approach to ABA, incorporating each child’s unique interests and goals into their therapy plan, creating ways for family time to double as learning time. We partner with parents to help their kids develop the skills that are essential for a child to thrive.
This webinar will cover:
•What is ABA?
•What is Kyo’s child-centric, naturalistic approach to ABA?
•Who benefits from ABA?
•How does one access ABA?
•Question & Answer
Register here:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8QZTCPOrQDWwHuwxgX8upA

Top 3 Strategies to Navigate Challenging Behaviors
2025-03-11 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by: KYO, ABA Therapy
Have you ever wondered why a child exhibits challenging behavior and what you can do to change it? In this 30-minute presentation, families and providers will learn to identify the “why” of their child’s behavior. Parents and providers will learn function-based strategies to support their child in learning to communicate their needs in more positive ways.
This presentation will cover:
•Understanding why problematic behaviors occur
•Strategies to increase positive behaviors
•Question & Answer
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WODTGYDNREqWJbNzDkJzvg

Parent Café
2025-03-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: CocoKids Resource and Referral and Foster Bridge Staff
Parents are invited to join us for a virtual Parent Café! This will be an INTERACTIVE café, so join us on zoom!
Come as you are, strengthen your protective factors and learn more about your family’s strengths.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-iqqD8uGdb-9xVp0uCwIY36F9NaroH9

Mandated Reporter Training
2025-03-20 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing. This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ucu6urz8vGtd3GP5alx8r80qhKNt2aSYg

Spring/Summer Poison Control
2025-04-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by: Jenna Jackson, Health Education Program Specialist, California Poison Control System
Join us for a workshop where you’ll learn about the services provided by the California Poison Control System (CPCS). In this workshop, you will learn about the CPCS, how to access the poison hotline, trending topics for Spring and Summer, and health education resources. Come with your questions, there will be time for them at the end!
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/84415356948

Buying and Preparing Baby Foods
2025-05-01 18:30 - 19:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by: Joanna Pulido, Health and Education Specialist with Contra Costa Health
Join our Buying and Preparing Baby Foods workshop, where we will explain how to purchase and prepare baby foods. In addition, we will discuss different kitchen equipment used to prepare food and food safety tips for storing food. Nutrition and healthy eating habits will be included to support the growth and development of babies.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6DBQydGnQRWt-vD1sn38wQ

Mandated Reporter Training
2025-05-08 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing.
This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training on the same screen they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VHser4_IStmw_zs2ncYbYg

Building Social Skills in a Virtual World
2025-05-15 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: Kyo, ABA Therapy
Virtual communication is more important than ever in maintaining and building relationships, but it can be hard for children with autism to express themselves online. This presentation will provide an overview of using ABA strategies via Telehealth to help your child practice their social skills. This workshop invites all Caregivers, Parents, Family Child Cares, and Center Based Educators!
This presentation will cover:
•Setting up your environment for success
•Strategies for increasing virtual social opportunities
•Kyo Virtual Social Skills Groups
•Question & Answer
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lVl_JlVNSDm795WZ3aNHkw

Supporting ALL Children to Find Calm and Focus
2025-05-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: CocoKids, Alexis Ford, Quality Improvement Services Coordinator and Joanne Funtila, Inclusion Specialist
Are you a childcare provider looking for more regulation tools? Are you interested in learning more about mindfulness practices and the benefits of mindful breathing? Join Alexis and Joanne for this workshop where we will be exploring multiple strategies you can try in your child care program immediately! Learn all the benefits of incorporating these mindful practices for the children in your program and YOU.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Oo3XNJE2QQK7-ZwxhkRDdQ

Get Ready for Summer - Preparing Your Child
2025-06-18 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: Kyo, ABA Therapy
Summer break can be an exciting time, but for many, including children with autism, the transition to summer break is unfamiliar and stressful. Join us as we review some simple strategies to help your child adjust to their new schedule, ease those summer worries, and help your child to enjoy all of the fun activities that you have lined up for them!
This workshop welcomes all Caregivers, Parents, Family Child Cares, and Center Based Educators!
This presentation will cover:
• Setting expectations and planning ahead
• Role-play, use of visual supports
• Question and Answer
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/E-QNJFo3TAafLgS8LrjHDw

Mandated Reporter Training
2025-07-24 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing.
This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training on the same screen they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hwRkvvvKSraPajpRl7O7BQ

Parent Café
2025-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: CocoKids Resource and Referral and Foster Bridge Staff
Parents are invited to join us for a virtual Parent Café! This will be an INTERACTIVE café, so join us on zoom!
Come as you are, strengthen your protective factors and learn more about your family’s strengths
While we are no longer able to provide gift cards due to changes in funding, we truly value your participation and encourage you to join us. Your presence makes these sessions meaningful, and we look forward to seeing you there!
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-iqqD8uGdb-9xVp0uCwIY36F9NaroH9

Mandated Reporter Training
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented by Angelina Shipe, Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides classes for community educators and professional groups on Mandated Reporting. We will discuss the issues of child abuse and the legal responsibilities of California’s mandated reporters. All child care providers are encouraged to attend. There will not be a test at the end of the class. Everyone working with children are Mandated Reporters!
Note: This class is for the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training. This training is the updated curriculum and it has been approved by Community Care Licensing.
This is for Contra Costa County and Alameda County providers/preschool teachers only.
If you have multiple staff joining the training, they will need to register individually to receive a certificate. If you have multiple joining the training on the same screen they all must register and put their names in the chat when the workshop begins to receive a certificate of completion. Camera’s MUST be on to receive a certificate.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hwRkvvvKSraPajpRl7O7BQ

Creating Structure to Optimize Your Child's Daily Routine
2025-10-15 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: KYO, ABA Therapy
At times, it can feel difficult to maintain your usual routines and even harder to implement new ones. Here you’ll learn strategies for re-establishing former routines and creating new ones to help optimize kids’ and parents’ time at home.
This presentation will cover:

Creating schedules and checklists for the day
Teaching self-monitoring skills
Question & Answer

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y9qAU5FsRr6WvKCWvVY2MQ

Parent Café
2025-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: CocoKids Resource and Referral and Foster Bridge Staff and Kidpower
Parents are invited to join us for a virtual Parent Café! In this interactive adults-only workshop, we have invited Kidpower to present skills and strategies to protect young children from harm without scaring them.
Skills include:

Setting boundaries
Protecting their feelings
Staying in charge of their bodies
Staying safe from bullying, abuse, abduction, & other harm
Knowing the Safety Plan if they get lost
Advocating for your kids – and help them learn ageappropriate ways to get help, too!
Checking with their grown-ups before changing plans about where they are going, what they are doing, and who they are with
Teach kids to be safe using fun, not fear

Come as you are, strengthen your protective factors and learn more about your family’s strengths.
While we are no longer able to provide gift cards due to changes in funding, we truly value your participation and encourage you to join us. Your presence makes these sessions meaningful, and we look forward to seeing you there!
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-iqqD8uGdb-9xVp0uCwIY36F9NaroH9
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Healthy Homes, Healthy Kids: Understanding Air Quality in Childcare Settings
2025-11-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: Lisa Jackson, 350 Contra Costa and Dr.Bret Andrews, Physicians for Social Responsibility
Gas appliances such as stoves and heaters can release indoor air pollutants that affect the health of both children and adults. Join us for an informative online session on how to create safer, cleaner environments in your home or childcare setting.
Dr. Bret Andrews, neurologist and board member of Physicians for Social Responsibility, will share the latest research on how gas appliances impact air quality and health, and the benefits of switching to zero-emission alternatives.
This session will be hosted by Lisa Jackson from 350 Contra Costa, who will open and close the discussion and invite participants to share their experiences.
All childcare providers are welcome! Learn practical steps to protect children’s health and contribute to a cleaner, healthier future.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/z34b_uLTR5yjQNnaKv48EA

Closing the Gap: Teaching Toddlers with Delays to Connect and Communicate
2025-11-20 12:30 - 13:00 | Online Webinar, CA, 94519, United States
Presented By: KYO, ABA Therapy
Each year, one in four children under the age of five are identified as “at risk” for developmental delays. Oftentimes the most powerful agent for change is not the hours spent in a therapist’s office, but the interactions between parent and child. Join Kyo to learn simple, easy to use interventions that will allow you to help your child thrive.
This presentation will cover:

Easy to use tactics that promote increased communication and engagement
How to incorporate intentional learning opportunities throughout your natural routines
Other communication modalities
Question & Answer

Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/5Ihz0LJlSQWJFqnr4sEIUg
