Kids First: Workshops for Children of Divorcing Families

United Action for Youth offers Kids First Divorce Workshops designed to help children whose parents have filed for divorce.  The classes are free and are required for all kids ages 6-16 whose parents are divorcing in Johnson County, Iowa.  This is a one time, 2.5 hour workshop.The workshops aim to help kids understand and cope with their parents’ separation and divorce. Children are grouped by grade, and there are separate curricula for grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-11.   The educational workshops are interactive and utilize artwork, games, discussions, videos, and role-plays.  Classes are 2.5 hours long.
[PARENT CONSENT FORM]Who attends the Workshops?
The workshops are offered to children ages 6-16 who are experiencing divorce. At least two adult facilitators lead each class. Parents do not attend the workshops. Parents who filed for divorce on or after May 26, 2009 in Johnson County and whose kids are between the ages of 6-16 are required to enroll their children in the class.

Workshop Dates:

  • January 21, 2012
  • March 3, 2012
  • April 14, 2012
  • June 23, 2012

Workshops Times:
Grades K – 8……. 9:00 -11:30 am
Grades 9 – 11….. 12 noon -2:00 pm

The Goals of the Workshops are:

  • Give kids a safe and confidential place to discuss their feelings about divorce
  • Let kids know they are not alone and the divorce is not their fault
  • Teach kids practical skills to handle their emotions and adjust to family changes
  • Help kids understand what to expect from the legal process in an age-appropriate way
How do I enroll my kids?
Parents may register their children for the class by calling Cathy Pugh at United Action for Youth at 319-338-7518. Please allow approximately 10-15 minutes to complete the registration by phone.Where are workshops held?
Check-in is at United Action for Youth’s main office, 410 Iowa Avenue. Classes are held at the Youth Center (355 Iowa Ave) and our main office (410 Iowa Ave) in Iowa City. [Maps]		 How much does the class cost?
The class is free for families whose case is pending in Johnson County.  If your case is pending in a different county and you wish for your children to attend this workshop, the cost will be $40 per child. Children also receive a workbook to take home.How does the Court know my child attended the class?
United Action for Youth records the case number at the time of registration. One week after all of the children in a family have attended, United Action for Youth files a certificate of completion with the Court.
Directions: UAY is located at the corner of Gilbert Street and Iowa Ave in downtown Iowa City. It is 2 blocks east of the Old State Capitol. [Maps & Directions]

 

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United Action for Youth
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 892
Iowa City, Iowa 52244
Fax: 319-337-7999

Main Office
410 Iowa Avenue
319-338-7518

Youth Center
355 Iowa Avenue
319-358-9406 ext. 1
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