Parenting Groups
The Family Resource Program offers a variety of psycho-educational and support-based programs for parents and children throughout our community. Finding balance in the family where both the needs of the parents and the needs of the children are met is crucial in building healthy family interactions. Programs will build on family’s strengths and respect the parent’s and child’s needs and preferences.
Parenting Groups are designed to educate, provide support and develop skills in personal well-being and parenting. Programs help parents understand their child’s development, temperament and behaviour to build a stronger parent/child relationship.
Support/ Discussion Groups
Parent’s Care
Designed for parents looking for support for personal development and parenting challenges. This open, ongoing group provides parents an environment to set goals, problem solve and share their experiences. Selected topics of the parent’s choice will also be presented. Thursdays 1:00p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Contact Sarah at Ext. 280
Interactive Parenting
an open, ongoing group which offers an opportunity for parents and their young children to strengthen their relationship in a play base environment. In the second hour, parents meet to explore parenting challenges. Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Contact Susan at ext. 278
Grandparent Support Group
Addresses issues that are relevant to meeting the needs of children placed into their grandparent’s care. The children’s program, Grand kids Group, runs concurrent to this one. Contact Deb at Ext. 246
Parent Education Programs
Parenting Preschoolers
Provides parents with strategies to meet the needs of their young children, and promote positive, sensitive parent/child interactions. Contact Wendy at Ext 274.
Right from the Start
For parents of infants, using video clips and discussions to enhance parent’s skills in reading infant cues and responding sensitively. Contact Wendy at ext. 274
On Your Own
Addresses the effects of separation and divorce on children and examines strategies for a health adjustment to the changes in the family. The children’s group, Mom’s House Dad’s House runs concurrent to this program. Contact Katie at ext. 236
Don’t Make Me Go! Whose first Day is it Anyways? Part 1 and Part 3
Starting kindergarten can be a big step for both preschoolers and their parents. Parents can learn ways to make this transition less stressful for the family. Contact Sarah at ext. 280
Terrific Toddlers
A 6 week program, that will offer parents information on your toddler’s development. The group will be offered in the community. Contact Deb at ext. 246
Group Triple P
Triple P will explore what is positive parenting, causes of child behaviour problems, promoting children’s development and managing misbehaviour. Contact Wendy at ext. 274
Program for Teen Parents
Teenage C.H.A.T.
This 10 month ( September – June) pre and post natal program is designed to meet the needs of teen mothers and teen fathers. Each month there will be two educational sessions and two drop-in sessions. Topics will address life skills, health & nutrition, family planning, attachment, parenting, education/employment, self care, relationships and social issues. Contact Deb at ext. 246
Programs for Parents of School Aged Children ( Ages 6 – 12)
Parenting School Aged Children
Parents will focus on establishing effective communication, developing constructive discipline strategies and building their child’s self esteem, to support their child at home and school. The children’s program, Kids Just Being Kids, runs concurrently. Contact Susan at ext. 278
Following Parenting School Aged Children;
The Temper Tricking Club
Aimed at building family strategies for managing temper, together parents and children will examine the effects of temper on family/school life and explore ways to “trick” temper, through discussions, art and homework. Contact Susan at ext. 278
When Your Child has ADHD
Designed to increase parent’s understanding of ADHD and consider strategies to help their child cope at home and school. Children will participate in a self esteem and social skills program, that runs alongside the parent’s program. Contact Susan at ext. 278
Secure Connections Programs
Preparing to Parent
“Attachment; It’s all about the relationship” This 6 week prenatal program designed for expectant, new parents or anyone planning to have a baby in the future, provides information to help establish that vital attachment relationship. Contact Kathryn at ext. 227
Secure Connections: Infant group
A 10 week, play based group with an attachment focus, is for parents and infants up to 15 months. group discussions and play time with baby will support parent and infant in developing a mutually satisfying and healthy relationship. Contact Kathryn at ext. 227
Secure Connections: Toddler Group
This 10 week program for parents and toddlers 15 – 30 months, will provide group discussions and play time for parent to act as a “safe haven” and “secure base” for their toddler. Contact Kathryn at ext. 227
Playtime Fun
An ongoing, weekly, drop-in program for parents and care givers with infants up to 24 months. There will be opportunities to play together and talk about ways to support healthy infant growth and secure relationships. Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Contact Kathryn at ext. 227