Article about FIMASE in military Newsletter

 

MOM AND DAD SERVE - SO DO THEIR CHILDREN   

Study after study proves that children of deployed parents show symptoms of high levels of stress, anxiety and disconnect from parents and their surroundings. In our changing world we are constantly being forced to learn how to deal with our daily actions and our stressful environment. The symptoms of a child of deployed parents have feelings similar to those of a divorced family or a deceased parent. These feelings are not limited to just the children but also to the parents involved.

We are currently experiencing a war that has lasted almost 9 years. Our country allows our parents to be called to active duty thereby serving our country and trying to provide our children with good parenting. There is that constant concern for both children and spouses of whether a loved one will be deployed; will their loved one return safe; when will they see them again; how will they and the parent left behind cope with the everyday changes. We are aware that this new type of parenting can be extended to grandparents and caretakers of our deployed military. We all know that this is a difficult task, if not impossible.

We have to focus on new and additional methods to help our children and single parents adjust to the their new lifestyle. Preparing a child emotionally prior to deployment can help both the child and the parents. Allowing a child to "care" for you by involving them in the packing process; educating them in what country you will be in; showing them how you will communicate with them; possibly packing little messages or artwork; or special items to find periodically. This will enforce a bonding between a child and deployed parent. We must not forget the parent who is left behind that takes on the burden of being both Mom and Dad. Re-arranging and re-thinking our priorities is needed to provide the necessary support to both.

My services focus on both mental and physical well being for children of all ages. The one thing that children and adults miss is the feeling of safety, comfort and loving surroundings.

I have developed programs for parents to connect and bond with their children through methods of relaxation, relief, interaction, stimulation and growth development. Attention is focused on communication, self-esteem, reassurance and bonding with their surroundings.

The methods I offer can be in group sessions or individual sessions.

FIMASE is the first to present massage programs for children and parents:

Parent and Child Massage Program -introduce parents/caregivers with children playful ways of massage techniques to improve child's body posture, sleep, ease digestive problems and other health related issues. Classes are divided in 5 different age groups. During the program, the instructor utilizes games, songs, parent(s) and children in order to accomplish these techniques.

Preventive & Nurturing Program -facilitates reduction in physical and mental tension from daily schoolwork, sport activities, computer tasks, text messaging or playing electronic games, especially for school and adolescent age.

Children Therapeutic Massage Program- assists families who have children with special needs, such as Diabetes, ADHD, Cancer, HIV, Autism.

FIMASE is recognized by National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork as an official NCBTMB Center of Excellence. FIMASE achieved this distinction by promoting the highest professional standards in massage therapy, which were developed to ensure that the integrity and safety of all clients are protected.

FIMASE started in Hawaii in 2006.

The owner Zorka

 Pinkas was born in Czech Republic where she graduated with a Nursing Degree with honors and extended specialization as Pediatric Nurse. From 1989 she lived and worked in New York City. During 2001 she traveled and acquired experience and training in different massage techniques in Australia, China, Tibet, Nepal, Burma. In 2003, she moved to Hawaii where she obtained State and National Certificates for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, Certified Pediatric Certified Infant Massage Therapist and Certified Infant Massage Instructor.

Zorka is also certified to provide massages such as: Swedish, Sport, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Lomi-Lomi, Anma, Chair, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Hot Stone, and Pediatric Massage.

Visit website for detailed information at www.fimase.com or call:(808) 285-9547.