Family Nurturing Center

Virtual Nurturing Parenting Facilitator Training: August 17-19, 2026
2026-08-17 09:30 - 2026-08-19 16:30 (America/New_York) | Personal Computer with Zoom, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
This training is 9:30am-4:30pm Eastern Time

Participants will learn:

The philosophy of Nurturing Parenting.
The five parenting constructs of abuse/neglect.
The impact of maltreatment on brain development.
How to assess high-risk parenting beliefs.
To tailor-make programs based on family’s needs.
To gather process evaluation data.
To evaluate pre-post program impact.
To implement home, group program models.

Carol Lapin, MSSW, has been teaching, training, and sharing the philosophy and skills of the Nurturing Parenting Programs® for adults, children, and adolescents since 1996. In 1998 she received the recognition of Dr. Stephen Bavolek, principal author of the programs, as a National Trainer and Consultant in the Nurturing Parenting Programs®.
Payment Information:

For mail-in payments, we ask all participants to download the Nurturing Parenting Facilitator Training form and mail the completed form with payment to:

Family Nurturing Center
Attn: Carol Lapin
5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100
Florence, KY 41042

No refunds within one week before the training date. There will be a $25 cancellation fee per registrant.
This event is 9:30am-4:30pm Eastern Time

Relax, Meditate, Contemplate with Tisa (Virtual)
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-31 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-14 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Personal Computer with Zoom, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
Learn to meditate. Practice meditation with a group and learn some relaxation and self care techniques. Please join us for some informative talks about the nervous system, healthy thinking and release old patterns and habits. There will be guided meditations, relaxation and silent meditation. Leave the session refreshed with some new skills and new information.

Tai Chi with Susan (Kenton County Public Library - Erlanger Branch)
2026-08-18 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-25 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-15 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Kenton County Public Library – Erlanger Branch, 401 Kenton Lands Rd, Erlanger, KY, 41018, United States
Tai Chi is a calming and center practice that can allow for redirection of feelings to a healthier place. Each week participants will learn basic Tai Chi Principles, how to safely perform the forms, and how they can be used as a form of stress reduction.
The first Tuesday of each month will be an introduction class but everyone is welcome!

Self Defense with Sensei Sarah (Women 14+) (Florence Office)
2026-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Family Nurturing Center, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
Self-defense can be a source of growth and empowerment for women. In this class we will learn about how to be prepared and protect ourselves from unexpected confrontation. Whether it is from a stranger or someone you know and trust, any situation that makes you feel uncomfortable can warrant the need to protect yourself. This class will teach you that you are worth protecting!

Reclaiming Your Body with DaNelle (Virtual on Zoom)
2026-09-01 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-09-15 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-09-22 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-09-29 18:30 - 19:45 | Personal Computer with Zoom, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
Summer presents an invitation for both action and contemplation. In movement, do we affirm our bodies and treat them with curiosity and gratitude? In stillness, are our thoughts and our inner and outer environments as peaceful, aligned, and affirming as we would like them to be? In this continued 4 week series, participants will explore ways to foster self-acceptance and improve body awareness, while being guided to set and meet well-being goals. This will also deepen their appreciation for their beautiful unique selves by engaging in reflective exercises, mind-body activities,
and supportive group discussions.

Support Over Silence Training (Florence Office)
2026-09-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Family Nurturing Center, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
Have you ever been in public and wanted to be helpful to caregivers and children? Then this training is for you! An evidence-based, empathy driven program with a proven approach that is designed to be action-oriented. The training features a story telling model to identify ways to help others in stressful and awkward situations. SUPPORT OVER SILENCE FOR KIDS uses the K.I.D.S. framework to encourage adults to resist the bystander effect and provide support for those around them.

Mosaic of Me: Identity Collage Workshop with Amy
2026-09-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Family Nurturing Center, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
Create a mixed-media collage representing who you are, where you have been, and what makes you unique. Support self discovery while identifying reflective prompts using magazine images, paint, markers, and embellishments with an option to share your story.

Virtual Nurturing Parenting Facilitator Training: September 15-17, 2026
2026-09-15 09:30 - 2026-09-17 16:30 | Personal Computer with Zoom, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042

Curious about Yoga? with Sara
2026-09-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-09-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Family Nurturing Center, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
There are two classes in this series. It will create space for each person to explore yoga and learn the different poses, breath, and yogic ideas. This class is open to teens and adults.

Stewards of Children® Training (Virtual)
2026-09-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Personal Computer with Zoom, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
Learn how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
Child sexual abuse is likely the most prevalent health problem children face, with the most serious array of consequences. In fact, 1 in 10 children will experience sexual abuse before their 18th birthday.
During this training, you will hear compelling stories from experts and survivors to show you how to protect children.
REGISTER HERE

SPARK Group
2026-10-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Family Nurturing Center, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
S.P.A.R.K. (Sparking Power and Resiliency in Kids) serves children ages 4-18 who have experienced trauma and their parents/caregivers. Children and caregivers participate in separate groups meetings with their peers for 8-10 sessions.
Children learn:
To understand how trauma has affected them
To develop strategies to increase resiliency, and
To empower one another to create healthy and safe futures.
Parents/caregivers receive tools:
To learn trauma-responsive caregiving strategies
To learn how to support your child and create calm interactions, and
To connect and receive support with other parents with similar experiences.
Intake required prior to enrollment. Contact Kiana Booker at kiana.booker@familynurture.org

SOAR Men's Group
2026-10-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Family Nurturing Center, 5 Spiral Drive, Suite 100, Florence, KY, 41042
S.O.A.R. is a 12-week program serving adults who experienced childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse, exposure to caregiver violence, or caregiver substance misuse. Participants follow a guided curriculum to understand the impact trauma has had on their lives, increase resilience and healing, and to empower one another to create healthy and safe futures.
Intake required prior to enrollment. Contact Kiana Booker at kiana.booker@familynurture.org or (859)538-1616.
