Events
Workshops


MARCH
THE SCRUMPTIOUS TRUTH

Ready & Rarin' for School with Food Allergies
Instructors: Kristin Beltaos, M.A. and Janelle Meier
Date: Thursday, March 15, 2012
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Lakewinds
Price:
$25 Members, $27 Non Members
Description
Join this interactive class where parents and teachers learn together how to keep kids with food allergies safe in the classroom.

  • Class lecture
    • Get the 411 on 504, IHP & Emergency Plans.
    • Acquire tips and tools to ease stress, which helps everyone who is involved with the education of your child
    • Learn about food-free alternatives for celebrations and activities
    • Uncover ways to manage social activities beyond the classroom
  • What you'll take home: A packet of information including a sample 504 Plan, Individual Healthcare Plan and Emergency Plan, Wellness Programs, Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Policy Guidelines, Fun Food-Free Alternatives, and more!
  • A roundtable discussion to solve your school, social, food and safety challenges
Space is limited. Please visit or call the Lakewinds' customer service desk to register for the workshop, 952-473-0292.


THE SCRUMPTIOUS TRUTH
Ready & Rarin' for School with Food Allergies
Instructors: Kristin Beltaos, M.A. and Janelle Meier
Date: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Linden Hills Co-op
Price: $25 Members, $27 Non Members
Description
Join this interactive class where parents and teachers learn together how to keep kids with food allergies safe in the classroom.
  • Class lecture
    • Get the 411 on 504, IHP & Emergency Plans.
    • Acquire tips and tools to ease stress, which helps everyone who is involved with the education of your child
    • Learn about food-free alternatives for celebrations and activities
    • Uncover ways to manage social activities beyond the classroom
  • What you'll take home: A packet of information including a sample 504 Plan, Individual Healthcare Plan and Emergency Plan, Wellness Programs, Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Policy Guidelines, Fun Food-Free Alternatives, and more!
  • A roundtable discussion to solve your school, social, food and safety challenges
Space is limited. Please visit or call the Linden Hills' customer service desk to register for the workshop, 612-922-1159.



APRIL
Chitchat with the Coach: Living with Food Allergies

Instructor: Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Harvest Moon Natural Foods
Price: $17
Description
Whether you or your child has food allergies or intolerances, what to cook, how to socialize and staying safe can be a challenge. Come sightsee the store with Kristin Beltaos to find food alternatives based on your dietary needs. A Q & A follows the tour, so bring your challenges and get the answers on how to live life more fully.

Space is limited. Please visit Eventbrite to register.
 



MAY
Food Allergies 101: Living Life Fully
Instructor:
Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
Date: Thursday, May 10, 2012
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Seward Co-op
Price:
$25 Members, $27 Non Members
Description
Food allergies and intolerances go beyond finding a good cookbook, and if that’s what you need I can help with that too! Dietary restrictions affect our relationships, family meals, holiday traditions and participation in social activities. Whether you or your child is newly diagnosed or you’re a seasoned veteran, you’ll feel optimistic, confident and prepared navigating the anxiety, obstacles and cooking challenges associated with food restrictions.

  • Class lecture
    • Develop a self-care plan to squash stress
    • Manage the daily anxiety of accidental exposure and anaphylaxis
    • Acquire a treasure chest of online, local and national resources
    • Build a tool kit to prepare yourself and those who care for your child
    • Discover what manufacturing disclaimers mean and determine what is right for you
  • What you'll take home: A packet of information including: cookbook recommendations, recipe blogs, medical resources, allergy product listings and food manufacturers, etc.
  • A roundtable discussion to solve your food, social and safety challenges
  • Store Tour - Sightsee the store with us to find alternatives based on your dietary restrictions
  • Swag Bag: Various coupons from the leading allergy product manufacturers
Space is limited. Please visit or call the Seward customer service desk to register for the workshop, 612-338-2465.


Ready & Rarin' for School with Food Allergies
Instructor: Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
Date: Thursday May 17, 2012
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Seward Co-op
Price: $25 Members, $27 Non Members
Description
Join this interactive class where parents and teachers learn together how to keep kids with food allergies safe in the classroom.
  • Class lecture
    • Get the 411 on 504, IHP & Emergency Plans.
    • Acquire tips and tools to ease stress, which helps everyone who is involved with the education of your child
    • Learn about food-free alternatives for celebrations and activities
    • Uncover ways to manage social activities beyond the classroom
  • What you'll take home: A packet of information including a sample 504 Plan, Individual Healthcare Plan and Emergency Plan, Wellness Programs, Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Policy Guidelines, Fun Food-Free Alternatives, and more!
  • A roundtable discussion to solve your school, social, food and safety challenges
Space is limited. Please visit or call the Seward customer service desk to register for the workshop, 612-338-2465.


Speaking Engagements

Carver County Licensed Childcare Association (CCLCCA)
Speaker: Kristin Beltaos, M.A.
Date: Tuesday, April 17th
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Description: Caring for Allergic Children in a Home Daycare Environment

For questions, more information on events, set up a media interview or have me speak at your next event, contact me at kristin@agiftofmiles.com or 612.845.7585.