Connect Parent Program
This program is for parents/caregivers looking to:
- Understand and respond to difficult pre-teen and teen behaviours
- Explore attachment, mental health, and social well-being
- Learn current information about adolescent development
- Explore choices that support healthy relationships
To register, or for more information about this program, please contact Gary Swift or Lorel Brown at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- Starts February 14th, 2012
Fathering Program
This group is for fathers looking to:
- Explore the role of today’s fathers
- Build positive relationships and open communication with their children
- Gain an understanding of children’s developmental stages
- Learn and practice being an inclusive and active father
To register, or for more information about this group, please contact Rob LeNoury at (250) 545-3572.
Managing Conflict in the Family
This group is for women, men, and couples looking to:
- Reduce the amount of conflict in the home
- Explore personal and family patterns of anger and conflict
- Improve communication and problem solving skills
- Create new responses to anger and conflict
To register, or for more information about this group, please contact Shelly Chvala at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- Women's Group - starts January 17th, 2012
- Men's Group - starts February 20th, 2012
- Couples Group - starts March 18th, 2012
Parenting a Child with ADD/ADHD
This group is for parents of a child age 4 to 12 with ADD/ADHD looking to:
- Understand the diagnosis: strengths and challenges
- Explore the behaviours and the reasons behind them
- Review development and identify how to support and advocate for your child
- Develop strategies for parents and children to reduce ADD/ADHD challenges
To register, or for more information about this group, please contact Shelly Chvala at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- Starts January 30th, 2012 from 6:30-8:30pm
Parenting After Separation
A 3 hour information session for parents prior to, during or after a separation or divorce. Parents learn to:
- Understand children’s needs during a separation
- Help children adjust to the changes
- Explore the changing relationship between separating parents
A Family Justice Counsellor will present information about: custody, access, child support guidelines and options available to resolve legal and parenting issues.
Next Group:
January 11th, 2012 from 6-9pm
January 25th from 9-12pm
February 8th from 6-9pm
February 22nd from 6-9pm
March 7th from 9-12pm
March 21st from 6-9pm
To register, or for more information, please contact Becky Marshall at (250) 545-3572.
Parents of Children With Special Needs Support
For parents of children with special needs looking to:
- Connect with other families in the community
- Explore community resources
- Discuss parenting concerns/issues and behaviour challenges
To register, or for more information about this group, please contact Ben McLean or Kim Hanson at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- every second Wednesday, 12:30-2:30pm
Parent-Teen Conflict Group and Parent-Teen Support Group for Parents:
A session-based group program for parents, followed by a support group for parents of teens experiencing a high degree of conflict
- Connect with other parents who are dealing with similar issues
- Learn skills for supporting and encouraging teens
- Gain a better understanding of adolescent development
To register, or for more information about this group, please contact Craeg Pohorelic or Leah Willinger at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- January 26th to March 15th, 2012 from 6:30-8:30pm
- Support group is every second Tuesday from 7-8:30pm
The Nurturing Parenting Program
For parents of children who:
- Wish to learn positive parenting strategies
- Are looking for group support with other parents experiencing similar challenges
To register, or for more information about this program, please contact Becky Marshall at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- January 10th to March 7th, 2012 (5-11 year olds)
- March 20th to May 15th, 2012 (5-11 year olds)
- January 23rd to March 19th, 2012 (0-5 year olds)
Infant Massage
For moms and dads to help support your connection with your baby (0-12 months) through touch
To register, or for more information about this program, please contact Megan McDonnell at (250) 545-3572
Next Group:
- January 19th to February 23rd, 2012 (Thursdays, 10:30-11:30am)
My Tween and Me
For parents of children aged 7-12 who:
- Learn skills for supporting and encouraging teens
- Gain a better understanding of adolescent development
To register, or for more information about this program, please contact Naomi Sturtridge or Rob LeNoury at (250) 545-3572.
Next Group:
- March 2012
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