Camrose Family

Resource Centre
Association
- A Parent Link Centre -

Phone: 672-0141
l.jansen@camrosefrc.com
www.camrosefrc.com

Family Resource Centre Headlines

Welcome to Winter!!
As we near 2017, its a great time to reflect on the previous year.
This past year saw us gain a new space in the basement of Central Agencies
4870 51 Street lower level). We were running low on office and program
space. In case you werent aware, Kari, Lorraine, Krista and Jennifer have
moved their offices over to our new location.
We had many successful events in the past year. Family Day in the Fieldhouse
saw over 300 participants attend and play with their families.
Our Spring and Monster Mash dances continue to be very popular
with our families. Our Canada Day Book sale was a fabulous fundraiser for
our Centre as well.
Staff this year all attended the International Triple P conference in Banff. This
was a great learning opportunity for all of us and we came home with new
ideas. We added Jolene to our staff, who made us a staffing group of 13.
April left us this past month to have a beautiful baby girl, and will be
returning in November of 2017. Staff continue to come up with new and
creative programs each and every year.
Our Board of Directors and Playground Committee folks knocked it out of the
park this year with their tireless dedication and volunteerism for this agency.
They are truly an amazing group and we would be lost with out them.
As we look to 2017, we hope everyone has a healthy and prosperous year!!

Reminder: Registration for winter programs is Saturday January 7, 2017 beginning at

10:00am-2:00pm registrations will be taken until programs are full.

Indoor Playground & Discovery Room (Community

Centre)- drop in times
Indoor Playground

Discovery Room

Monday

8:30am-4:30pm

8:30am-4:30pm

Tuesday

8:30am-4:30pm

12:00pm4:30pm

Wednesday

8:30am-4:30pm

12:00pm4:30pm

Thursday

8:30am-4:30pm

8:30am4:30pm

Friday

8:30am-4:30pm

8:30am-4:30pm

Saturday

10:00am-2:00pm

10:00am-2:00pm

(beginning January 7 Closed on long weekends)

What you will experience at our indoor preschool play space?

Equipped with a climbing structure, dramatic play centres, baby centre with a full mirror, trucks, blocks,
toy tables with various themed activities and a whole lot more. The space is free to visit, we do ask
that you sign in each time you visit and tidy up before you leave. NO snacks are permitted in this play
space for safety reasons and allergies.
What you will experience in our Discovery Room?
The room is a great space to allow your child to be creative, explore different sensory activities, build a
puzzle, or get comfy with a book. The craft cupboard is always full of various types of crafts, fresh play
dough/gak/goop and free play materials. This is the room to have your snacks, beverages or picnic.

Downtown Centre (lower level 4870-51 Street) -drop in

play times

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9:00am-3:00pm

Wednesday

9:00am-3:00pm

Thursday

Closed

Friday

Closed

Saturday

Closed

What you will experience at our additional play space?

A welcome nook with couches and chairs, where coffee is available for families, a dramatic play centre,
a baby centre, trucks, blocks, and comfy centre to cozy up with a good book and much more. The
space is free to visit, we do ask that you sign in each time you visit and tidy up before you leave.

Check out our Facebook Page Camrose Family Resource Centre

Click LIKE for updates and great information!

Juggling work & family Is this possible?

Trying to juggle the demands of work and family can be very tough. But
when you get the balance right, life will feel a lot easier.
Too much pressure from either work or family can seriously affect our lives and the
lives of those around us. When work stress spills over into home life, we might argue
more, have problems with our relationships and suffer health problems too.
Stress from home can impact your work in the same way. You might even struggle to
do your job properly.
So how can you get the balance right? A good rule to start with is that when you are
at home your family is your focus. And when you are at work your job is your focus.
At home, try to make your mornings run as smoothly as possible. If you start your day
calmly then you won't be bringing any stress from home to work.
Set some ground rules and put a leaving home routine in place. You can even teach
your kids to do things for themselves, like getting dressed.
At work, you should try to do hard tasks early in the day. By doing this you will be
taking less stress home with you at the end of the day.
Think of some ways to unwind and relax after work that aren't going to affect your
family's evening routine. Regular exercise and healthy eating can really help.
Check out this website for more information: http://www.triplep-parenting.ca/

Annual Family Day Event

Save the Date!- Monday February 20, 2017

10:00-2:00 pm

Concession from 11:00-1:00pm cash only

Community Centre Field House

Special Guests
Watch for more detailed information on our
Facebook page, in the Indoor Playground and in the Camrose Booster.
The Adventure Bus is coming back! sponsored by the Camrose and Area
E.C.D Coalition

Annual Bunny Hop Get ready to shake your tail feathers

This hopping dance is similar to the Monster Mash, with a Spring Theme.
Friday March 24, 2017
6:30 - 8:30pm
Norsemen Inn, Camrose
We are in need of volunteers to bring snacks for the dance, to assist with
decorating and clean-up.
Watch for more detailed information on our website, Facebook, in the
Indoor Playground and in the Camrose Booster.
Tickets to go on sale February 06, 2017 at
9:00am. Dont miss out, tickets sell out fast!
For more information or to sign up to volunteer,
please contact Jolene or Krista 780-672-0141

Mommies Night Out Annual Fundraiser

Attention all Moms, Grandmas and Aunts
The Camrose Family Resource Centre will be hosting our third
Annual Mommies Night Out in early Spring.

Please watch for more information

around the centre, on our
Facebook Page and in the local
media.

Childrens Rehabilitation Services Walk In Clinic

Childrens Rehabilitation Services Rural Walk Ins

Tofield Childrens Walk in ClinicThe first Wednesday of every month
9:00-12:00pm
Tofield Health Centre, 5543-44 Street, Tofield
Please call 780-662-3984 for more information

This opportunity is a great place, in your local

community for parents to ask questions related to their
childs development (ie- how they talk, learning to walk,
fine motor skills etc).

Triple P is online
Got a minute or two to spare?
Thats all the time it takes a parent to share their Triple P experience with
you. Our short videos put the spotlight on parents, from here in Alberta and
around the world, and on other professionals and experts who see the
changes Triple P makes in families and communities. Well be adding more
videos soon, so come back again!
Visit: http://www.triplep-parenting.ca/alb-en/our-videos/
Check out what parents and experts say about Triple P

Pester power: Teach your child to be a good consumer

It could be anything from breakfast cereal to the newest computer game. But
chances are your child has a very clear idea of what they want you to buy.
It's hardly surprising when you think about the money spent on marketing to
kids. Children who watch two hours of TV per day will see over 10,000 ads
every year.
There's little we can do to shield our children from the daily stream of
advertising. But we can make life in this material world a little easier for moms,
dads and kids.
You can help your child understand why you're buying something or why you're
not buying something. Rather than just saying "because I said so," you could
explain why the product isn't right. Is it too expensive? Perhaps they can have it
when they're older.
You can also help your child by teaching them the value of money. Give them a
set allowance to spend as they like. Even six year olds know what an empty
piggy bank means.
And finally, think about what you say and do in front of your
kids. If you always discuss other people in terms of their
money, your child will learn that having money is the most
important value.
Check out this website for more information: http://www.triplep-parenting.ca/

Camrose Family Resource Centre A Parent

Link Centre Winter 2017 Schedule
PROGRAMS AND PLAYGROUPS FOR FAMILIES/ CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN 0 TO 5 years old
Facilitated groups provide a great opportunity for parents with young children to meet other parents,
access information and resources, while spending quality time with their children.

Programs for Families with Infants & Toddlers

Programs
Curious Cuties
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Age Group

Dates

Time

While at this program parents can expect to have an enjoyable social time with other families, discuss
baby related topics and to be introduced to various community resources and programs. You will learn
songs, rhymes and other developmental activities to do with your babies!
Fridays:
Age Group

January 13 March 17

9:00-10:00 am

0-12 months

Infant Massage
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Mumba
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Location

Camrose Public Health

(5510 46 Ave)

With Infant Massage we use touch, our first language, to enhance our expression of love, caring and
respect to aid in the bonding process. Infant massage assists in the growth and development of baby's
body, mind and spirit. In addition, it can bring relief to complaints of colic, constipation, respiratory
disorders and sleeping difficulties.
Mondays:
Camrose Family
Age Group
Mar 6, 13, 20, 27
1:30-2:30 pm
Resource Centre,
3 weeks to
Downtown location
pre-crawling
(4870-51 Street)

MUM-ba is a fusion of fitness, strength and movement for parents with children under the age of one.
Babies can be worn in a carrier, or used as weight as you work out. You will learn about modifications,
alignment and more information, which you may need after delivering your baby. This session is 100%
focused on parents and their mental and physical wellness.
* Please bring indoor running shoes, a carrier (if needed) and a blanket or yoga mat. *
Mondays:
Age Group
6 weeks 12
months

Signing Time
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 6,13,27,

Mar 6 & 13

9:30-10:30 am

(No session Feb 20)

Camrose Community
Church
(5204 53 Ave )

Through songs, stories and games, you will learn an exciting way to help your children communicate!
There are so many benefits to using sign language with your children!

Tuesdays:
Age Group
6-months to 3
years

Level 1-Jan 17, 24,31, Feb 7,14

9:30-10:30 am

Camrose
Public Library, Irving
Room

Programs for Families with PreschoolersDay

Programs
Messy Madness
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Age Group

Dates

Time

Location

Come play and get messy!!! Cool and Creative theme based Messy Play Activities are provided each
week.
Tuesdays:
Age Group
2

(1/2)

January 17, 24, 31, & February 7

10:30-11:30 am

Discovery Room

5 years
*Please have your child dressed in
PLAY clothes *

Terrific Twos &

Threes
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Come move, play and get creative! Each week will include a themed activity, songs, and stories.
Snack is provided.
Age Group
24 months
36 months

Tuesdays:

10:00-11:00 am

Discovery Room

Session 1- February 14, 21, 28

or
Session 2- March 7, 14, 21

A Hand made
Valentines & Easter
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Handmade gifts are the best kind, particularly when they're made by children and then given to
someone special. Come and enjoy spending cherished time with your child/ren creating Valentine cards
and Easter treats to send to that special someone.
Age Group

Thursdays:

24 months
5 years

Valentines: February 9

10:00-11:30 am

Easter: April 13

Camrose Family
Resource Centre,
Downtown location
(4870-51 Street)

Im a little snowman round and fat

Here are my mittens
And here is my hat
Add a little scarf and a carrot nose
You stand so tall when to cold winds
blows.

Programs for Families with PreschoolersActive play

Programs
Creative Movement
for kids
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Age Group

Dates

Time

Breathe like a puffer fish, walk like a crab, pose like a bear and much more! Join us in learning and
practicing fun, creative gross motor movement, breathing skills and stillness that you can incorporate into
your everyday.
Thursdays:
2

Age Group
(1/2) -5 years
of age

Session 1- Jan 12, 19, 26 & Feb 2

10:00-11:00 am

or
Session 2- Feb 16, 23 Mar 2,& 9

MEND Program

Location

Camrose Family
Resource Centre,
Downtown location
(4870-51 Street)

Join us for active play, snack-time, and creative play, ending with a parent/caregiver workshop
covering nutrition and mind/behaviour change for 10 weeks. Mind Exercise Nutrition Do It!
Age Group

Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

2-4 years of
age

Mondays:
Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 27, Mar 6,
13, 20, 27

10:00-11:30 am

*Please bring Indoor Shoes*

Camrose Family
Resource Centre,
Downtown location
(4870-51 Street)

Programs for Families with Preschoolers - Evening

Oceans!
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Dino Play!
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Lil Chefs

From the pirates sailing above them to the creatures that roam their deepest floors, come discover what
lies beyond the land in Earth's oceans. We will have songs and a bedtime snack to end the evening.
Thursday Evenings:
2

Age Group
(1/2) -5 years
of age

Jan 12, 19, 26 & Feb 2

6:30-7:30 pm

Indoor Playground and

Discovery Room

Be a scientist and dig up fossils, or stomp around like a giant T-Rex! In any case come play and learn
about some of Earth's largest ever reptiles.
Thursday Evenings:
Age Group
2 (1/2) -5 years
of age

Feb 9, 16, 23, Mar 2

6:30-7:30 pm

Indoor Playground and

Discovery Room

Come out for an evening of bonding with your lil chef as we warm up the cold winter nights with
delicious baking.

Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Tuesday Evenings:
2

Age Group
(1/2) 5 years

Feb 14, 21,28

*Please let us know if you or
your child have any allergies. *

6:30-7:30 pm

Indoor Playground and

Discovery Room

Programs for Families with Preschoolers - Evening

Programs
Lil Picasso

Age group

Dates

Time

Location

Lets travel to Japan for their springtime cherry blossom festival. Well be inspired by Japanese art and
your lil artist will create many mater pieces for your home like painting on rice paper with Japanese ink.

Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

Tuesday Evenings:
2

Age Group
(1/2) 5 years

March 21,28, & April 4

6:30-7:30pm

Indoor Playground and

Discovery Room

Drop In Programs for families with Children 0-6 years

Wednesday
Morning Drop In
Playgroup
No registration
required.
Just drop in

Come join us for active play in the soccer field as well as songs, finger plays, nursery rhymes, stories and
a themed craft or activity!
Every Wednesday:
All ages
welcome

January 11-March 29

10:00-11:30 am

Parents please bring your childs

snacks, water and indoor shoes.

Community Centre
Indoor soccer field &
Discovery Room

Come join us for fun physical active play as well as songs, finger plays, and nursery rhymes!
Friday
Morning Drop In
Playgroup
No registration
required.
Just drop in

Every Friday:
All ages
welcome

January 13-March 31

10:00-11:00 am

Parents please bring water and

indoor shoes.

Community Centre
Indoor soccer field

Parents Programs
Bringing Baby Home
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

MUST
PRE-REGISTER

Goodbye Mealtime
Struggles
Registration begins on
Saturday, January 07 at
10am

MUST
PRE-REGISTER

This workshop is for both expectant and new parents (up to 6 months). You, along with your partner,
will learn skills and information to recognize and cope successfully with the normal stressors of
becoming a family and enhancing your relationship. Lunch is provided

* Call to
discuss the age of
your little one
with Kim or Kari *

Saturdays:

9:00-4:00pm

Jan 21 & 28

Camrose
Community Centre,
Room 231

Is your child a picky eater? Does the dinner table often turn into a battlefield? If you have ever
experienced mealtime struggles when feeding your child this session is for you! Join a discussion with
other parents, a pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) and a Registered Dietitian (RD) to explore the
many reasons behind mealtime struggles and find strategies that will help your child and family.
**Childcare is
available but
MUST be
registered at least
2 days before.
**

Mondays:
Jan 30
or
Mar 27

6:00-8:00pm

Camrose
Community Centre

Parents ProgramsTriple P parenting program

Level 4 Group
Triple P for Parents
of Children 0-12

Group Triple P is a great opportunity to meet other parents in similar situations other parents who'll
support you and share stories with you. From the start, you'll be given tips and suggestions to fit the
needs of your family. You'll see scenes from the Every Parent's Survival Guide DVD, which show you
how the ideas work in real life. And your workbook will give you the tools and information you need to
start positive parenting right away at home. Your Triple P provider will guide you every step of the way
and even provide backup phone support as you put your new skills into practice.
Please call the Centre to see if Group Triple P might be right for you and your family.

MUST
PRE-REGISTER
**Childcare is
available but
MUST be
registered at least
2 days
before. **

Discussion Group for

Parents of Children
0-12
Dealing with
Disobedience Feb 1
Developing Good
Bedtime Routines
Feb 8
Managing Fighting &
Aggression Feb 15

Thursdays:

6:15-8:15pm

Jan 26, Feb 2,9,16 & Mar 9

Camrose
Family Resource
Centre, downtown
location, basement
(4870-51 Street)

In a relaxed group session, your provider will give you tips and suggestions for dealing with your child's
behaviour. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully dealing with the same issue
and you'll be encouraged to share your thoughts with the other parents in the group, if you wish to.
You'll also be given a take-home workbook with simple exercises and information to help you try your
new strategies at home.
You are welcome to attend one discussion or all of them.
**Childcare is
available but
MUST be
registered at least
2 days
before. **

Wednesdays

6:15-8:15 pm

Feb 1, 8, 15, & 22

Camrose
Community Centre
Room 231

Hassle-Free Shopping
Feb 22

Parenting Seminar
Series For Parents of
Children 0-12
The Power of Positive
Parenting - Mar 6
Raising Confident,
Competent Children Mar 13
Raising Resilient
Children - Mar 20

Triple P Seminars are an informal presentation, a little like a public forum. There are three seminars in
the Triple P series: The Power of Positive Parenting; Raising Confident, Competent Children; and Raising
Resilient Children. You can choose to do one, two or all three seminars. They deal with the most
common parenting issues we all face.
These courses
would be of
interest to
parents of
children
12 years of age
and younger.

Mondays:
March 6, 13, 20

Q. Where does a snowman keep his money?

A. In a snow bank.
Q. How do you scare a snowman?
A. You get a hairdryer!
Q. What do you call a snowman in the summer?
A. A puddle!

6:30-8:00 pm

Camrose
Community Centre
Room 230

Camrose Family Resource CentreA Parent Link Centre

Rural Winter 2017 Schedule

PROGRAMS AND PLAYGROUPS FOR FAMILIES/ CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN 0 TO 5yrs
DROP IN facilitated playgroups for families with songs, stories, finger plays and crafts. A great opportunity for parents with
young children to meet other parents, access information and resources, all while spending quality time with their
children. Triple P support is also available at all rural playgroups.

Programs

Location

Bashaw
Monkey Business

Bashaw
Public Library

Dates

Time

Fee/Contact

Wednesdays

10:00-11:30am

Contact Kim
for more
information

(the 1st & 3rd of each month)

(780) 672-0141
Jan 18, Feb 1, 15, Mar 1, 15, April 5,
19, May 3, 17, June 7, 21

Every Thursday
Bawlf

Parents bring their

Bawlf
Lutheran
Church

own snack

Daysland
PLAYgroup

Daysland
Alliance Church

(Parent Link visits on the

10:00-12:00pm

1st & 3rd Thursdays)

(780) 672-0141

Thursdays

Contact Nicole
for more
information

(the 2nd & 4th of each month)

Join- Bawlf
Playgroup

10:00-12:00pm

(780) 672-0141
Join- Daysland
Playgroup

Apr 13, 27, May 11, 25, Jun 8, 22

Fridays
Forestburg
Public Library

nd

(2

10:00-11:30 am

th

& 4 Friday of the month)

Jan 27, Feb 10,24, Mar 10, 24,

Apr 28, May 12, 26, Jun 09, 23
Hardisty
Playgroup

Contact Nicole
for more
information

Jan 5,19, Feb 2,16, Mar 2,16, Apr 6, 20,

May 4, 18, June 1, 15

Jan 12, 26,Feb 9, 23, Mar 9, 23,

Parents bring their

own snack

Forestburg
PLAY for me and you

Group meets every week.

Contact Krista
for more
information
(780) 672-0141

Tuesdays
Toddler Inn
Playschool

nd

(2

th

& 4 Tuesday of the month)

10:30- 12:00 pm

Donation collected
Contact Nicole for
more
information

Jan 10, 24, Feb 14, 28, Mar 14, 28,

Apr 11, 25, May 9, 23, Jun 13, 27

(780) 672-0141

Hay Lakes
Parent
Tot Playgroup

Hay Lakes
Our Saviour
Lutheran
Church

Fridays
nd

(2

th

& 4 Friday of the month)

Jan 13, 27, Feb 10,24 Mar 10, 24, Apr

28, May 12, 26 & Jun 09

10:0012:00 pm

$2 per family/visit
Contact Jolene for
more
information
(780) 672-0141
Join- Hay Lakes
Playgroup

Rural Winter Programming Continued ...

Programs

Location

Killam
Playgroup

Flagstaff
Family
Resource Centre
Killam Agriplex

Dates
Tuesdays

Time

Fee/Contact

(1st & 3rd of each month)

10:00-11:30 am

$5 drop in feeContact Kareen for more

information

Jan.17, Feb. 7, 21, March 7, 21, April 4,

May 2, 16

(780) 672-0141

* No playgroup April 18 Spring

Break*

Wednesdays
Lougheed
Playgroup

Lougheed Community Hall

(only on the 3rd Wednesday of the

month)

No fee
10:00-11:30 am
Contact Nicole for
more
information

Jan 18, Feb 15, Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17,
Jun 21

(780) 672-0141
Tuesdays
Lougheed
Play, Learn and Grow
Together

New Norway
Parent
& Tot

Parents bring their

own snack

Round Hill
Discussion Group for
Parents of Children
0-12
Dealing with
Disobedience Feb 7
Managing Fighting &
Aggression Mar 7

(the 1st & 3rd of every month)

Lougheed
Fieldhouse
(Arena)

10:00-11:30 am

Jan 17, Feb 7, 21, Mar 7, 21,

Apr 4, 18, May 2 & 16

Wednesdays
New Norway
Community Hall

No fee
Contact Lorraine for
more
information
(780) 672-0141

10:00-12:00 pm

(the 2nd & 4th of each month)

Jan 11, 25, Feb 8, 22, Mar 8, 22, Apr
12, 26, May 10, 24, Jun 14

Contact Kim
for more
information
(780) 672-0141

Join- New
* Special Triple P Discussion Group
Norway
parent and
on Dealing with Disobedience on Feb 8
tot
& Managing Fighting and Aggression on
Mar 8 *
In a relaxed group session, your provider will give you tips and suggestions for dealing with your child's
behaviour. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully dealing with the same issue and you'll
be encouraged to share your thoughts with the other parents in the group, if you wish to. You'll also be given a
take-home workbook with simple exercises and information to help you try your new strategies at home.
You are welcome to attend one discussion or both of them.
**Childcare is
available but
MUST be
registered at least
2 days
before, snack is
provided **

Tuesdays

6:30-8:30 pm

Round Hill School,

Feb 7 & Mar 7

Register by emailing
j.hastings@camrosefrc.com

Rural Winter Programming Continued ...

Programs

Location
Round Hill

Round Hill Rugrats

Dates
Fridays

Time

Fee/Contact

(the 1st & 3rd of every month)

10:00-12:00 pm

$30/family/year

Community
Centre
Jan 20,
Feb3, 17 Mar 3, 17, Apr 7, 21
May 5, 19 Jun 2, 16

Mondays
Ryley Mystery PLAY
Date

Good News
Church

Contact Krista at
(780) 672-0141

10:00-11:30 am

(once a month)

For more
information please
contact Kim W
(780) 663-3730

Jan 16, Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 3, May 1

Every Tuesday.
Tofield Kids Spot Play
Group

Tofield
Community Hall

Group meets every week.

5309 - 50 St.

(Parent Link Visits on the 2nd & 4th

Tuesday)

9:30-11:30 am

Join- Kids Spot

Tofield
Playgroup or

Mary-Anne at

Jan 24, Feb 14, 28, Mar 14, 28,

Apr 11,25, May 9, 23, June 13, 27

Viking Stay and Play

Viking
Alliance Church

Pre-registration is
required.

780-554-5106

Wednesdays
10:30-12:00 pm
Jan 18, 25, Feb 1, 8

$5 per family, donated back to

the Church

Beaver County

No fee

Register by
calling
Viking FCSS
780-336-4024 or
Kareen at
780-672-0141

Group Triple P is a great opportunity to meet other parents in similar situations other parents who'll
support you and share stories with you. From the start, you'll be given tips and suggestions to fit the
needs of your family. You'll see scenes from the Every Parent's Survival Guide DVD, which show you how
the ideas work in real life. And your workbook will give you the tools and information you need to start
positive parenting right away at home. Your Triple P provider will guide you every step of the way and
even provide backup phone support as you put your new skills into practice. Please call the Centre to
see if Group Triple P might be right for you and your family.

Level 4 Group
Triple P for Parents of
Children 0-12

Registration is
required,
please text
780781-1807 to
register

6:15-8:15pm

Wednesdays:
Feb 1,8,15,22 & Mar 15

Tofield Town Office,

Council Chambers
(5407-50 St.)

Resources for Families - Toy Lending Library

How do I Borrow Toys?

1. PLEASE SELECT 1 TO 3 TOYS per child FOR 1 WEEK ONLY.
2. SIGN THE TOYS OUT BY COMPLETING THE FORM. PLEASE BE SURE TO WRITE OUT:

3.

The Date
Your Name and Phone Number
The Item Description
The Item Number

PLACE THE FORM IN THE TOY LIBRARY SIGN OUT BOX AND BE SURE TO USE THE
BAGS TO TAKE HOME YOUR TOYS FOR THE WEEK.

4. RETURN THE TOYS WITHIN 7 DAYS BY PLACING THEM IN THE LARGE TOY
LIBRARY BOX AND THEN YOU CAN SIGN TOYS OUT AGAIN.

Resources for Families - Parent Resource Library

How do I Borrow a Book or DVD?

1. Find an FRC Parent Link Staff to open up the brown cupboard across from the
elevator.
2. Browse through the amazing selection of books on topics such as: (the colored description
behind the topic is for easy finding in the cupboard)

*SELF HELP~~ Red Rectangle, DIVORCE~~Yellow hollow circle, ADOPTION, INFERTILITY~~Pink hollow circles
* BULLYING~~ Orange hollow circles, Creative Resources==Ideas for Parents to use with Children~~~ Green hollow
circles
* INFANT MASSAGE~~ Yellow circle, pink hollow circle,
*PREGNANCY, NEWBORN, BREAST FEEDING AND CHILDCARE~~Yellow circles
* PARENTING GENERAL~~Blue circle, PARENTING: Child rearing, moral and ethical aspects~~~ Blue circle
* PARENTING: Toddlers~~Blue circle, PARENTING: Preteens~~Red Circle, PARENTING: Teenagers~~Red Circle
*NUTRITION~~~ Blue hollow dot, PARENTING: Problem Behaviors~~~Blue circle, yellow hollow dot,
*PARENTING: Toilet Training~~~Blue Circle, orange hollow circle, SEXUALITY~~~Blue Circle, green hollow circle,
*FATHERS~~~Purple circle

3. Fill out the sign out sheet located atop the videos with your name, phone number and
the call number on the side of the book.
4. Please return in a months time to the Box on top of the Toy Library shelf labeled
Books and Videos.

Resources for Families - Ages and Stages Questionnaire and the

Social Emotional Questionnaires
We offer the Ages and Stages Questionnaire for parents to use to give themselves a snapshot of
their childs development. The Ages and Stages Questionnaire SE offers parents a snapshot of
their childs development in the Social Emotional area. If you wish to access the ASQ or the ASQSE, please ask a staff member to help you. The questionnaires range from 2 months to 60 months
of age.

What Is the Ages and Stages Questionnaire?

This is a simple questionnaire that the parent fills out at home. It is based on the age of the child
and asks specific questions based on the childs development in the following areas:
Fine motor
Personal-social

Problem-solving
Gross Motor

Communication

What Is the Ages and Stages Questionnaire - SE?

This is a simple questionnaire that the parent fills out at home. It is based on the
age of the child and asks specific questions based on the childs social/emotional
development in the following areas:
Self-regulation

Compliance

Communication

Adaptive Functioning

Autonomy

Affect

Interaction with people

Resources for Families -Taking Action on Bullying Program

The project is a partnership between Alberta Education and Alberta Human Services. The focus of
the project is to provide families and schools not only information and strategies to effectively deal
with bullying behavior but to work with the Camrose Parent Link Centre to empower and
strengthen families in an effort to target prevention.
Currently, the Taking Action on Bullying program is at Round Hill School providing:

In class lessons on bullying education and prevention, individual and family support
Recess supervision, peer mentor groups, student leadership training, staff consultations and
support
The project is also at the Camrose Family Resource Centre providing:

Workshops for families, family consultations and support regarding bullying, resource
information
Assist with Camrose Family Resource Centre parent groups, group presentations to both the
community at large and to other schools

The Taking Action on Bullying project intention is to not only share effective
strategies to deal with current bullying situations but to take a preventative role
by offering/facilitating parent/caregiver workshops and groups which strive to
assist in building their connection with their child.

Recipes from Passions for Health Blog from Alberta Health Services
ttp://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Blogs/PFH/196.aspx

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potato fries at restaurants are
often deep fried in unhealthy fat. A
healthier way to make them is to bake
with a small amount of vegetable oil,
such as canola or olive oil.
Ingredients:
Cooking spray
4 medium Sweet potatoes 4 medium
1 Tbsp Canola oil 22 mL
tsp Salt 2 mL
1 tsp Garlic powder 5 mL
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
2. Spray a shallow baking sheet with
non-stick cooking spray or place a
sheet of parchment paper on the
baking sheet to keep the fries from
sticking to the pan.
3. Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly (do
not peel).
4. Cut potatoes into wedges (about
inch/ 1 cm thick).
5. Pat potatoes dry with paper towels
or clean dish towel.
6. In a large bowl, mix potatoes with
oil, salt and garlic powder.
7. Spread the potatoes on the baking
sheet.
8. Bake for 15 minutes.
9. Turn potatoes once and bake for
another 10 minutes or until golden and
crisp.
Makes 6 servings (125 mL/ cup/ 91
g)
Note: For variation, use any other root
vegetable: potatoes, yams, carrots, or
turnips.

Curry Squash & Sweet Potato

Soup
This hearty soup will help to fight off
the chill while providing important nutrients for a healthy body.
Ingredients:
2 Tbsp Canola oil 30 mL
2 cloves Garlic, crushed 2 cloves
1 small Onion, chopped 1 small
1 medium Butternut squash, peeled,
seeded and chopped (about 4 cups) 1
medium
2 medium Sweet potato, peeled and
chopped 2 medium
2 cups Water 500 mL
2 cubes Low sodium chicken or
vegetable bouillon cubes, crumbled 2
cubes
tsp Ground ginger 2 mL
1 tsp Curry powder 5 mL
1 Tbsp Honey 15 mL
2 cup 1% milk 500 mL
Directions:
1. In a large nonstick pot or saucepan,
heat oil over medium heat; add garlic
and onion to the oil and cook until
softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add squash, sweet potato, water,
bouillon, ginger and curry powder into
the saucepan.
3. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for
30 minutes or until vegetables are
tender.
4. Remove from heat and let cool.
Puree in the blender or mash with a
potato masher until smooth.
5. Return to pot. Stir in honey and
milk.
6. Stir until heated through.
Makes 6 servings (500 mL/ 2 cups/
320 g)

Check out more recipes and information from

Alberta Health Services at

ttp://www.albertahealthservices.ca/Blogs/PFH/196.aspx

Note: You can substitute cooked squash with 2 cups (500

mL) of cooked or canned pumpkin puree.

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Camrose and Area E.C.D Coalition

Did you know?
The Camrose and Area ECD coalition has a Facebook page.
Check it out at Camrose and Area Early Childhood Development Coalition.

Like our page!

On our page, you will be kept up to date on what the coalition is doing,
what early childhood events are happening in our communities and early childhood
development information. Lets keep Early Childhood Development on the forefront.

The Adventure Bus February 20, 2017 10:00-2:00pm at the

Community Centre FREE for families (Bus is ideal for 2 11 years old)
Some Great Reasons to use the Adventure Bus
It's so much FUN! (A key motivating factor for keeping children physically active)
Develop basic motor skills.
Enhance kinesthetic awareness.
Improve fitness & activity levels.
Build self-esteem and confidence.
Encourage active participation for all.
Reinforce attentiveness and turn-taking skills.
Increase balance, coordination and agility.
Develop skills to enhance other sports
Facilitate development of a life-long love of activity and fitness.
Locally owned and operated!

Have fun and enjoy the many healthy benefits

while engaging with family, friends, and an
others from your community. The best part is its
FREE!
Make a splash on Sunday
March 19 from
11:00-12:00pm,
Camrose Aquatic Centre
FREE!

Parent & Tot Program

Camrose Community Centre Indoor Soccer Field
Monday ~ Friday
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Free of Charge
(Please have clean footwear or socks and
be sure your stroller tires are wiped dry)
Thank-you to the city of Camrose for continuing Parent & Tot Time
and for
offering this program to our community at large.

Camrose Family Resource Centre Association - A Parent Link Centre

#3 Community Centre 4516-54 Street
Phone: 672-0141 email: l.jansen@camrosefrc.com
www.camrosefrc.com
Camrose Family Resource Centre

Meet our staffDirector

Laurie Jansen
Program Manager
Kari Cameron
Early Childhood Program Coordinators
Lorraine Bell

Kareen Nelson

Kim Kienitz

April McCorquindale

Angela Vanouck
Krista Lantz
Bailey Lassessen

Nicole Norn
Jolene Doig
Wilm Hilchie

Taking Action on Bullying

Jennifer Hastings