Carroll Families Conversations and Connections
Bullying & Social Connections
Join us for Carroll Families Conversations and Connections, a Zoom series that connects parents and caregivers who can share ideas, resources, joys, and concerns. Facilitated by Barbara Duffy, a parent of a visually impaired son, our goal is to build strength, comradery, suggestions, solutions, and resources to help those in our care.
Event Details
Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
Time: 12:15 – 12:55 PM
Location: Zoom
Topic: Bullying & Social Connections
Facilitator: Barbara Duffy, Carroll Center Director of Foundation & Family Relations and parent of a Carroll Center alumnus
Guest Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Harnish, Ph.D. Director of Social Services, Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired
What You’ll Learn
- Recognizing and Addressing Bullying: Learn how to identify signs of bullying—both in-person and online—and equip your child with strategies to respond confidently and seek support.
- Fostering Social Connections: Discover ways to help your child build meaningful friendships, develop social skills, and engage in inclusive activities that promote connection and confidence.
- Empowering Advocacy and Self-Esteem: Gain tools to support your child in advocating for themselves, building resilience, and navigating social challenges with a strong sense of self-worth.
About Carroll Families
The Carroll Families initiative aims to support, educate, and connect parents and other caregivers of children who are blind or visually impaired. We believe that sharing resources and providing emotional support for the unique needs of parents with children experiencing vision loss is critical and we look forward to growing this supportive community. Learn more at www.carroll.org/carroll-families.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Barbara Duffy via email or call (617) 969-6200 x 255. To learn more about the Carroll Families initiative, visit www.carroll.org/carroll-families.
