Spend Quality Time with Your Children Pursuing Their Passions

An attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, previously with Simons and Spatz, PA, Mark Spatz dedicates much of his free time to promoting family engagement as a member of the board of directors of Golden Parents, Inc. In this role, Mark Spatz helps the nonprofit accomplish its mission of supporting the children of single parents and providing opportunities for bonding.

One of the key ways by which parents can bond with their children is through spending time doing what interests them. Children develop a wide range of different interests, from sports to video games. Parents can bond with their children by asking questions and experiencing these interests with their children. Most parents probably do not consider playing Minecraft a valuable use of time, but taking an hour to do that with a child can help tear down barriers and open up channels of communication.

Parents can encourage their children to pursue their interests in a variety of ways, from spearheading craft projects to going to a science museum to learn more about a particular topic.

It is just important to spend time with the family.

Philanthropy Initiative

Mark Spatz of Fort Lauderdale, FL, is highly involved in philanthropic efforts In addition to his board position with nonprofit Golden Parents, Mark Spatz is also affiliated with Camp Havaya.

Golden Parents centers around proving services to assist families in the areas of social, academic, economic and physical group and empowerment with specific focus in parents skills, parent advocacy, community engagement, leadership development. This is accomplish through educational forums, group sessions, career planning.

Camp Havaya is location in the Poconos, PA. There the campers enjoy summer life in the mountains. Camy Havaya is all about the joy of summer camp with the freedom to be who you truly are.

In addition to ensuring giving back to the community, Mark is highly involved the the daily operations of the law firm of South Florida Injury Law, PA. But time is always made for the family. Where is is just enjoying a family meal together or traveling together. Family is always an important part of his life.

Encouraging Teens to Participate in Family Time

For more than three decades, Mark Spatz has handled personal injury claims for two Fort Lauderdale, FL legal firms. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the charitable organization Golden Parents, Inc, which offers workshops on parenting skills to parents from lower-income backgrounds. Mark Spatz places heavy importance on family time, which is an important source of bonding for children of all ages, including teenagers.

While it may be more difficult to convince teenagers to participate in family activities, those who frequently spend quality time with their family are less likely to engage in risky behaviors and have a stronger sense of well-being. Parents can make family time more appealing to their older children by involving them in the planning process and making time for their interests.

In families where there are large age-differences between the children, parents should only request that their teens participate in age-appropriate activities. This prevents teens from developing a negative view of family time. Simple routine activities, such as painting the house, gardening, or setting up newly-purchased furniture can also be great ways to bond with older children.

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Golden Parents today

Fort Lauderdale, FL, attorney Mark Spatz is a longstanding supporter of the nonprofit Golden Parents, Inc. As part of his support, Mark Spatz has contributed to the organization’s mission of strengthening families through parenting education courses.

Golden Parents has not slowed down in spite of today's issues with the virus. They have seamlessly switched to group telephone meetings as well as successfully having all the members gather on Zoom for in person sessions.

We are cntinuing to have meetings for both kids and parents to continue the solid foundations that have already been established.

Emotional security: Children who feel accepted, unconditionally loved, and respected by their parents are better equipped to form positive relationships throughout their lives. Parents can help their children feel emotionally secure by offering vocal affirmations of love and acknowledging their feelings.

Behavior management: Parents are responsible for teaching children how to behave in different circumstances. Helpful and positive behaviors should be recognized with praise or rewards. Parents should also ensure that negative behaviors result in consistent consequences.