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Program Guide January 2011- August 2011

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Triple P is an internationally accredited program

that helps parents find practical and positive ways

of handling misbehavior from their children. It

provides parents with strategies to encourage

behaviors they like and teach children the skills

they need to get along with others. Triple P covers

everything from potty training, and tantrums in

toddlers to lying and truancy in teens. Triple P is

delivered in three ways to best suit families. It can

be done one on one, in a 3 week seminar series, or

in a eight week group. Please call Sandra at 780-

998-5595 ex. 229 for more information.

Summer Fun:

Ice Cream Socials!!Come out and enjoy ice cream,

songs, and games while you learn

about programs in your

community!

Gibbons: July 6th 10-11:30 at the

Spray Park

Bon Accord: July 7th 10-11:30 at

Bon Accord School Park

Legal: July 12th at Legal School

Park

Redwater: July 13th 10-11:30 at

Ochre School Park

Riviere Qui Bar: July 19th 10-11:30

at RQB School

Morinville: July 20th 10-11:30 at

the Spray Park

Want to learn some Triple P Strategies but can’t commit to 8 weeks?

Try our Seminar Series:

Morinville: 10-11:30am April 13th, 20th, and 27th

Gibbons: 10-11:30 May 2nd, 9th, and 16th

Call the town offices to register!

Community Page Number(s)

Fort Saskatchewan 3-7

Gibbons/ Bon Accord 9

Legal 10

Redwater / Morinville/ Riviere Qui Barre 11

All Communities 8 and 12

The ABC Grow With Me Summer

Camp!

A FREE drop-in camp based on

the 40 developmental assets.

Parents come out and share crafts

songs, lunch and snack with you

children 6 and under. Begins early

July and runs until the end of

August. 9:30-12:30

10215 – 104 St.

Fort Saskatchewan (ChIPS)

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Contact InformationFort Saskatchewan

Website: www.familiesfirstsociety.ca

Office Hours:

Monday Thru Friday 9:00am-3:00pm

Saturdays 9:00am-12:00pm

Telephone: 780-998-5595

Toll Free: 780-413-9153, then

998-5595

Fax: 780-998-5503

Our main site is at:

10302A -99Ave Fort Saskatchewan, AB

(Across from the downtown 7-11)

Where are we??

RedwaterPlay and Stay Group

This is a facilitated program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn creative ways to interact with their children using

crafts, games, songs, rhymes and stories. Wednesdays 10:00am – Noon

January 12th – June 15th, 2011 Providence Place, Redwater, AB

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

MorinvilleCreative with Kids

This is a facilitated program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn creative ways to interact with their children using

crafts, games, songs, rhymes and stories. Mondays 9:30 – 11:30am

January 25 – March 21, 2011 Preschool Room in Arena

Please Call Amy Dribnenky at the Morinville Town office to Register

(780)-939-4361

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)"Triple P" aims to take the stress out of parenting and make it easier by

providing practical answers to everyday concerns. This program can be

delivered in individual, group or seminar series.

We have classes for primary children ages 2 – 12 and for teens ages 12 - 18.

Triple P Group: Mondays Feb 7th - Mar 28th 6-8pm

Please Call Amy Dribnenky at the Morinville Town office to Register

(780)-939-4361

Riviere Qui BarreCreative with Kids

This is a facilitated program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn creative ways to interact with their children using

crafts, games, songs, rhymes and stories. Mondays 9:30 – 11:30am

January 11th – June 14th , 2011 St. Emerence Church RQB

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

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Fort SaskatchewanEarly Childhood Development

Parent-Child Mother Goose ProgramA free of charge, group experience for parents/caregivers and their babies and

toddlers, focusing on the pleasure and power of using oral rhymes, songs and

stories together.

Fort Saskatchewan residents only:

Winter, Spring and Fall sessions are available for both Infants (prenatal to 18

months), and Toddlers (18 to 36 months)

Please Call Heather @ 780-998-5595, ext. 223 for more

information

Sing and SignA program for parents/caregivers and children (0-3

yrs). Come and spend an hour of cuddling, reading,

signing, playing, laughing and learning.

Winter: February 14 – March 21, 2011

Spring: May 16 – June 20, 2011

Mondays - 10:00 - 11:00am at

The Fort Saskatchewan Public Library

Please call 780-998-5595 ex. 221to register

Books for BabiesThis is a 4 week program for parents/caregivers and

their babies (0-12 months) that encourages parents

to spend time everyday sharing books with their

babies.

Winter: January 10 – 31, 2011

Spring: April 4 – May 2, 2011

Mondays - 10:00 - 11:00am at

The Fort Saskatchewan Public Library

Please call 780-998-5595 ex. 221to register

Legal

Kids have Stress TooThis is a 2 to 4 week workshop that teaches parents about the stress that

children have in their lives. We will talk about the signs and symptoms that

children use to express their stress as well as, discuss some coping techniques

to teach children for dealing with stressors in their lives.

Please call the Ruthann at the Legal Town Office to register

(780)-961-3738

Creating Confident KidsThis is a 7 session workshop that engages parents in building 40

developmental assets in their children. These assets help to protect children

from risky behaviour and promote healthy life choices.

Please call the Ruthann at the Legal Town Office to register

(780)-961-3738

Coffee TalkThis is a support group that connects parents to provide peer mentorship and

support. Wednesdays 10:00am – Noon January 12th – June 15th, 2011

Legal School, Legal, AB

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

Music with MunchkinsThis is a facilitated drop-in program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn of creative ways to interact with their children through

music. Every other Thursdays 10:00 – Noon January 20th – June 16, 2011

Legal School, Legal, AB

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

Creative with KidsThis is a facilitated program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn creative ways to interact with their children using

crafts, games, songs, rhymes and stories. Every other Thursday 10:00am –

Noon January 13th- June 9, 2011 Legal School, Legal, AB

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

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Early Childhood DevelopmentFort Saskatchewan cont.

Pizza and Pj'sJoin us on the 4th Tuesday of

each month for crafts, games and

of course PIZZA!

Tuesdays: Jan. 25, Feb. 22,

March 22, April 26, May 24th.

Time - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm @ the

Parent Link Centre

Please call 780-998-5595

ex. 221to register

Soup for the SoulJoin us on the first & Third Tuesday of

every month to talk about every day

parenting topics in a relaxed

environment

at the PLC from 6 -7:30pm

Tuesdays : Jan. 4, 18, Feb. 1, 15, Mar.

1, 15, April 5, 19, May 3, 17, June 7&21

Please call 780-998-5595 ex.

221to register

Chips (Children's Indoor Play Space)This is a drop-in parent and child program that

provides an informal play environment for ages (0 - 6 yrs). There are lots of

toys to enhance motor skills, role play, cooperation, literacy and more!

Children learn socialization skills through play, while parents can access

socialization and peer support. Starts January 3rd 2011, Monday – Friday

9:00am – Noon at Chips 10215 – 104 St. Fort Saskatchewan (closed on

holidays, school PD days and school breaks) Cost is $3/family/visit

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

Creative with KidsThis is a facilitated program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn creative ways to interact with their children using

interactive, age appropriate crafts. Starts Jan. 3rd 2011 , Mondays and

Wednesdays Time - 9:00 -Noon at Chips 10215 – 104 St. Fort Saskatchewan

(closed on holidays, school PD days, and school breaks)

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

Tips on Tuesdays! Come to Chips on Tuesdays to learn

about ASQ’s, Tip Sheets and the Talk Box with April!

Gibbons/ Bon AccordCreative with Kids

This is a facilitated program that provides parents/caregivers with

opportunities to learn creative ways to interact with their children using

crafts, games, songs, rhymes and stories. Tuesdays 10:00am - Noon

January 11th – June 14th, 2011

Gibbons Community Hall, Gibbons, AB

Come by any time, this program is DROP-IN

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)"Triple P" aims to take the stress out of parenting and make it easier by

providing practical answers to everyday concerns. This program can be

delivered in individual, group or seminar series.

We have classes for primary children ages 2 – 12 and for teens ages 12 - 18.

Please call Sandra for more information @ 780-998-5595, ext. 229

Triple P Group: Wednesdays Feb 2- Mar 23

6-8pm ~Childcare provided~

Please call Christine at the Gibbons Town Office to Register

(780-923-3331)

Want to learn some practical

parenting tips, but can’t commit to

eight weeks? Come out for our

Triple P Seminar Series:

Wednesdays 10-11:30am May 2,

9, and 16th at the Library.

Call Christine at the Gibbons

Town office to register!

(780)-923-3331

Moms and TotsCome by for this parent-child playgroup where children learn socialization

skills and parents can access peer support. Fridays from 9:30-noon, in the

Basement of the Bon Accord Library. January 14th - June 17th

Come by anytime, this program is DROP-IN

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Parent EducationFort Saskatchewan cont.

Creating Confident KidsThis is a 7 session workshop that engages parents in building 40

developmental assets in their children. These assets help to protect children

from risky behaviour and promote healthy life choices.

Please call 780-998-5595 ex.221 to register

Starting in Mid January, Call soon to reserve a spot!!

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)"Triple P" aims to take the stress out of parenting and

make it easier by providing practical answers to

everyday concerns. This program can be delivered in

individual, group or seminar series.

We have classes for primary children ages 2 – 12 and

for teens ages 12 - 18. Please call Sandra for more

information @ 780-998-5595, ext. 229

Triple P Group: Wednesdays April 6th to May 25th

12:30-2:30pm at ChIPS Childcare provided~

Please call 780-998-5595 ex. 221 to register

See Page 12 for more

Info on Triple P!

Kids have Stress TooThis is a 2 to 4 week workshop that teaches parents about the stress that

children have in their lives. We will talk about the signs and symptoms that

children use to express their stress as well as, discuss some coping techniques

to teach children for dealing with stressors in their lives.

Please call 780-998-5595 ex.221 to register,

Starting in Mid January, Call soon to reserve a spot!!

Parent and TotsThis is a program for parents and children where children can socialize and

parents can access peer support and new information. There are guest

speakers, fun activities and coffee juice and snacks! Childcare is provided.

Happens every Friday from 9:30-11:30am at ChIPS starting January 21 2011

and continuing until ChIPS closes for the summer.

Please call 780-998-5595 ex. 221 to register

All CommunitiesInformation and Referral

Childcare/Early Childhood Program SupportProvided on site, phone or in a childcare/early childhood program location.

Provides opportunity to speak one-on-one with an

Early Childhood Worker about child development issues.

Toy Lending/Parent Resource LibraryAge and developmentally appropriate toys and parent resources such as books

and videos are lent out free of charge to families. Libraries are available in

Fort Saskatchewan, Gibbons, Legal and Redwater Parent Link Centre's.

Educational Backpack ProgramBackpacks filled with educational videos, books, toys and games, etc. are lent

out free of charge to families. Backpacks are divided into three age groups

for children under 6 years of age.

Sunflower Community Resource ProgramOne-on-one support with connection to resources serving families and

children. This includes identification of resources needed and follow-up to

ensure resources met participant’s needs. This service is offered through the

Sunflower community resource program in Gibbons.

Call 780-923-2374 or

Toll Free: 780-413-9153 then 923-2374

Childcare RegistryThis registry is a listing of child care providers in the region as well as

information on ways to screen childcare providers.

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)

"Triple P" aims to take the stress out of parenting and make it easier by

providing practical answers to everyday concerns. Please call Sandra for more

information @ 780-998-5595, ext. 229 or

Toll Free 780-413-9153, then 780-5595, ext.229

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Family SupportFort Saskatchewan cont.

Community KitchensThis program provides an opportunity for families to get together and cook in

bulk to divide and share. Parents learn through practice to plan and prepare a

menu. Then the meals are divided according to family size. There is a cost of

$20.00 per session. Some kitchens have a planning day on Thursdays, and

cooking on Fridays. While others are planned by the coordinator and

participants cook on Saturdays. Please call 780-998-5595 ex. 221 to register

and to see when the next Kitchen is, there are usually 3 per month! ! When

you register we will tell you times and locations.

Young Parents GroupA drop in group, free of charge for parents in their mid teens to mid twenties.

This group is participant driven and covers a wide variety of activities and

topics. Call 780-998-5595, ext. 221 to register for supper and for more

information. Every Thursday 5:00 - 7:00pm @ The Christ Lutheran Church,

Beginning January 6th 20ll

DAWN

This is a drop in

weekly support

group for women

concerned about

abuse issues.

Childcare is

provided. For

more

information on

times and

location, call

Cindy @ 780-

719-7254 or

Patti @ 780-

998-5595, ext.

221

Fort Saskatchewan and District

Family Violence Prevention

ProgramEducation, referrals and support for

anyone who is concerned about family

violence. For more information and

support call

Cindy @ 780-719-7254

Dragonfly Support GroupA monthly group for parents whose children face

cognitive, emotional or behavioural challenges.

For more information

call Cindy @ 780-998-5595, ext.227

Jan. 23rd, Feb. 27th & March 27th @ 7 -9pm

Family SupportFort Saskatchewan cont.

Home Visitation ProgramA voluntary, confidential and

free of charge program that

provides long term, in home

support for families in need

who have young children. Fort

Saskatchewan residents only

call Krista @ 780-998-5595,

ext. 224

Angel Whispers

A resource for baby lossAngel Whispers is a free, confidential service for parents who have lost a baby

shortly after birth or during pregnancy, through miscarriage, molar

pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, or stillbirth.

Angel Whispers offers the following services:

One on one support; Special care packages; Quarterly newsletters; Resource

Library; Drop in support groups; Birth certificate keepsakes.

Winter Programs:Baby Loss Support Group – 1st Sunday of the month-

7:00 – 9:00pm @ Sherwood Park FCSS office on Dec. 5th /10, Jan. 2nd & Feb.

6th/ 11 AND the 3rd Monday of the Month – 7:00 – 9:00pm @ The Fort

Saskatchewan Parent Link Centre on Dec. 20th /10, Jan. 17th & Feb. 21st / 11

Pregnancy after Loss Group –

7:00 – 9:00pm @ Sherwood Park FCSS office on Sunday Dec. 12th /10, Jan. 9th

& Feb. 13th/ 11

Website: www.angelwhispers.ca

For more information: call Lori-Ann at 780-998-5595 Ext. 225

Free For All!!Join us at the PLC on Jan 29, Mar 26, and May 28 from 9-noon for free gently used

clothes and books!

New Program Alert!!

Tools and Tots!A Program for Dads and their

children where they build and

bond!

Saturdays Mar 5th , 12th and 19th

9:30-11:30 at the PLC

Call 780-998-5595 ex. 221 to

register