Current Speakers and Topics
Wayne and Shannon Marklowitz have a heart and passion for helping those facing challenges. They believe in taking a proactive approach to families and children, by building on good qualities in place. The Marklowitz's have been through their share of challenging circumstances, and will help audiences walk away with a fresh perspective. Life throws us many challenges, that can be faced head on with a fresh dose of laughter, tears and healthy perspective.
topics
FASD-what you need to know Shannon
Fetal Alchol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). FASD has recently gained national attention on the degree that our children and adults are affected by alchol in utero. Children with FASD not only face challenges at home but also in school. Shannon will arm you with helpful information on the affects & upcoming research, that will help you to better understand your child/student who is challenged by FASD. Good information for educators and parents
Empowered to Connect(ETC)/adoption-foster care Wayne and Shannon
Together Wayne and Shannon will share the language of ETC. Connecting with an adoptive/foster child is essential in a child's life. Children have been left to fend for themselves, lived through trauma, and simply do not trust adults. ETC is packed full of research based principles that will help your children view you as a trust worthy adult. Wayne and Shannon will leave you equiped with simple steps you can take to connect with your adopted/foster child. Content can be tailored spiritual or non spiritual.
Using ETC in the workforce Wayne and Shannon
Many agencies are having to help children through some challenging circumstances. Weather you are law enforcment, EMT/Paramedics, or a social service organization, you will gain some valuable knowledge of some common Dx, how they affect children from hard places, and what you can do to help these children.
Surviving Life's challenges Shannon
There is so much life can throw at us. We can choose to be bitter, or better. Shannon has been through much in her lifetime. From adults making her feel insignificant as a child, a Dx. of a disease of someone close to her, to financial worries, depression and more. Sit back and listen as She talks about some of these challenges, what steps you can take to over come, and live a better life. What does God say about worry, depression, disease?
Why Adopt? Why Foster Care? Shannon
Some of us are faced with questions of weather or not to raise another persons child. Why adopt? Why choose foster care? What does God say about this? Are we really suppose to care for those facing challenges? This child is mean, angry and resentful....am I really suppose to care for them? God has a very specail message for you, are you ready to listen? (this message goes well with ETC) Content is spiritual.
topics
FASD-what you need to know Shannon
Fetal Alchol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). FASD has recently gained national attention on the degree that our children and adults are affected by alchol in utero. Children with FASD not only face challenges at home but also in school. Shannon will arm you with helpful information on the affects & upcoming research, that will help you to better understand your child/student who is challenged by FASD. Good information for educators and parents
Empowered to Connect(ETC)/adoption-foster care Wayne and Shannon
Together Wayne and Shannon will share the language of ETC. Connecting with an adoptive/foster child is essential in a child's life. Children have been left to fend for themselves, lived through trauma, and simply do not trust adults. ETC is packed full of research based principles that will help your children view you as a trust worthy adult. Wayne and Shannon will leave you equiped with simple steps you can take to connect with your adopted/foster child. Content can be tailored spiritual or non spiritual.
Using ETC in the workforce Wayne and Shannon
Many agencies are having to help children through some challenging circumstances. Weather you are law enforcment, EMT/Paramedics, or a social service organization, you will gain some valuable knowledge of some common Dx, how they affect children from hard places, and what you can do to help these children.
Surviving Life's challenges Shannon
There is so much life can throw at us. We can choose to be bitter, or better. Shannon has been through much in her lifetime. From adults making her feel insignificant as a child, a Dx. of a disease of someone close to her, to financial worries, depression and more. Sit back and listen as She talks about some of these challenges, what steps you can take to over come, and live a better life. What does God say about worry, depression, disease?
Why Adopt? Why Foster Care? Shannon
Some of us are faced with questions of weather or not to raise another persons child. Why adopt? Why choose foster care? What does God say about this? Are we really suppose to care for those facing challenges? This child is mean, angry and resentful....am I really suppose to care for them? God has a very specail message for you, are you ready to listen? (this message goes well with ETC) Content is spiritual.
