Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo
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Caring Network Introduces "Mama Academy" for 2016
Caring Network is excited to be offering an expanded series of classes for pregnant and/or parenting women and teens, calling it Caring Network's Mama Academy!  Julie Davis (shown during a class in the photo above) is certified childbirth instructor.  She teaches the agency's Childbirth Preparation and Parenting class for Teen mothers and fathers (CPPT). She willl continue to teach CPPT and offer additional classes every Wednesday and Thursday for mothers of all ages as part of our 2016 Mama Academy.  "It's exciting to expand class offerings, making women feel supported and empowered  in their role of motherhood," says Davis. 
 
Mama Academy will offer a four week class called Childbirth Basics for all, and every Wednesday, moms can attend a "Making the Most of Motherhood" class that focuses on a variety of topics, including: healthy habits, dealing with stressors, breastfeeding benefits and challenges and a special session for teen moms called "teen talk."  Davis says the information will be presented in a forum that is informal and encourages participation. The father of the baby or partner is encouraged to attend as well. 
 
All of the classes are free to participants and women are encouraged to attend any class they find interesting or informative!  "It's also a terrific way to connect with other mothers who are interested in learning more about caring for yourself and baby!"
 
Call 381-9800 to learn more about class offerings!
Hope for the Future:  Strategic Planning
CCDOK is one of 14 nonprofit organizations chosen by the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities to benefit from personalized and expert assistance to better position the organization for sustainability as effective providers of child and behavioral health services.  

 

CCDOK will be part of the third group of organizations to be connected to a highly experienced executive who will provide guidance and assistance in the development of the agency's strategic plan for 2017-2019.  All 14 organizations will take part in group learning opportunities, receive guided support in developing their unique plan, and will engage their board leadership to support positive organizational change.

 

Stay tuned for updates as the process continues and we welcome your input and engagement!
 

Prayer Place Special Event: January 22
You are invited to join CCDOK staff, clients, and volunteers for a special prayer event this Friday, January 22 from 12-1 at our Van Domelen Center (1441 South Westnedge) Prayer Place. 

The event is being held to commemorate the anniversary of the Roe v Wade decision and to pray for the mothers and babies who need our support to choose life.  Please call us at 269-381-9800 with questions.
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