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Reading "The Body Keeps the Score" was the result of brainstorming by Ann Marie and social worker (turned yoga instructor) Debbie Flynn. These two collaborated in leading discussion and helping participants to sort out their learnings. This book about trauma (and more importantly, healing from trauma) was read with great interest by our members. It's been a wonderful growth experience. Thanks to all who participated!

Our first ever Kid's Therapeutic Playtime was a huge success! Our hope was to activate the kids' imaginations, and allow them to think about their families, and express their feelings through music, drama and art. Read on for the complete details of what we did-- the fun we had together.

The National Association of Social Workers' helpful article (found on HelpStartsHere.org) is summarized with special attention to "What Social Workers Do" and "Finding a Social Worker."

The power of listening to one another cannot be overstated. Being truly heard and accepted and affirmed has the power to heal us and make us whole. Shared sorrows and joys shape us into a community.

I've had a heart to support grandparents raising grandchildren for the past 5 years, beginning support groups in Warren, and now Troy, OH. Here is the story of how I started.

The second half of Chapter 6 delves into parenting in today's world, and addresses special concerns of living with technology. There are helpful thumbnail guides to determining if your child might have ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), and if she may need some kind of counseling.

Grandparents as Parents is a tried and true resource book written by a social worker, Sylvie de Toledo and her assistant writer, Deborah Elder Brown. Sylvie has tons of experience with grandfamilies. Her advice is both practical and wise. This is a recommended book which can be read from beginning to end, or by finding a topic of your choice and digging in. This blog will give highlights that address our group members' current interests.