At Lighthouse of Hope MK, we are deeply committed to offering hope and support to orphans and their families, whether they are foster, adoptive, or biological. One of the key ways we do this is through education, which we believe is an essential step on the path to healing and wholeness.
In the past, we have had the privilege of offering training classes to the dedicated nurses at the orphanage. Our training covered topics such as Attachment and Sensory Processing Disorder, which are critical in helping the nurses to connect with the children in their care. We take great pride in translating all of our training materials into Macedonian to ensure that they are accessible to all caregivers.
We also provide continuing education to the staff and therapists at The JOY Home in topics such as: Gentle Teaching - where caregivers learn how to engage children through gentle and healthy communication, Sensory Processing Disorders - helping staff understanding how the little ones see and experience the world around them, and Trauma Informed Care - learning about brain development in children from hard places. We also provide the opportunities for the therapists to receive additional training in their fields of expertise such as physical therapy seminars, DIR Floortime training, etc.
Because most of the children we work with come from group homes and institutional settings, The JOY Home staff and therapists are trained in several different methodologies to help empower them to have the tools they need to build relationships and gain the trust of the children in their care.
Last but not least, we believe that education is essential to helping children thrive and realize their full potential. With that goal in mind, we work with children under the age of six to prepare them for the school system in North Macedonia; while, for those who are already in school, we provide help with homework and are advocates for them to ensure they receive the best possible education that is tailored to their individual needs. We are committed to providing children the tools they need to succeed and live fulfilling lives.
At Lighthouse of Hope MK, we are deeply committed to offering hope and support to orphans and their families, whether they are foster, adoptive, or biological. One of the key ways we do this is through education, which we believe is an essential step on the path to healing and wholeness.
In the past, we have had the privilege of offering training classes to the dedicated nurses at the orphanage. Our training covered topics such as Attachment and Sensory Processing Disorder, which are critical in helping the nurses to connect with the children in their care. We take great pride in translating all of our training materials into Macedonian to ensure that they are accessible to all caregivers.
We also provide continuing education to the staff and therapists at The JOY Home in topics such as: Gentle Teaching - where caregivers learn how to engage children through gentle and healthy communication, Sensory Processing Disorders - helping staff understanding how the little ones see and experience the world around them, and Trauma Informed Care - learning about brain development in children from hard places. We also provide the opportunities for the therapists to receive additional training in their fields of expertise such as physical therapy seminars, DIR Floortime training, etc.
Because most of the children we work with come from group homes and institutional settings, The JOY Home staff and therapists are trained in several different methodologies to help empower them to have the tools they need to build relationships and gain the trust of the children in their care.
Last but not least, we believe that education is essential to helping children thrive and realize their full potential. With that goal in mind, we work with children under the age of six to prepare them for the school system in North Macedonia; while, for those who are already in school, we provide help with homework and are advocates for them to ensure they receive the best possible education that is tailored to their individual needs. We are committed to providing children the tools they need to succeed and live fulfilling lives.
