Camrose Family Resource Centre Association

Camrose Family Resource Centre Association
- A Parent Link Centre -

Winter, 2018
Headlines
As we put together this newsletter, we are nearing the holiday season and
the weather is beautiful. I hope it stays this way!
We have great things planned for 2018.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our annual PLC
survey in November. We value your feedback and opinions and have
considered them in making our new schedule of programs. If you have
any other suggestions, please let us know! We are always open to ideas!
We try to offer a variety of programs for families including registered, drop in, daytime, weekend,
and evening. There are also both city and rural programs. We feel there is a good balance when
considering everything. Let us know what you think!
Our MEND program is moving to Killam. If you are in the Killam area and would like to attend this
active and fun filled 10 week course, please call our Centre for more information.
We have been offered the opportunity to participate in the Welcome to Parenthood program again.
This supportive program is available to new moms and dads. Please contact Kim for more details.
We hope that 2018 is your best year ever!!
Highlights In this issue:

Page #
Registration Day 3
New Parents 7, 8, 11, 14
Family Day 4
Bunny Hop 5
Parent Support 6, 11, 12
Rural Parent Support 17, 18, 20
Health and Development 14,15
Camrose Programs 8-12
Rural Programs 17-20
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Community Centre (4516 - 54 Street) Drop-in Times
Indoor Playground Discovery Room
Monday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
(Beginning January 6, Closed on long weekends, Subject to change)
What you will experience at our Indoor Playground 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. Ages 0 - 6yrs.
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. On Mondays, the room will be transformed into a Loose Parts play area. Ages 0 - 6yrs.
Downtown Centre (4870 - 51 Street) Drop-in Play Times

Monday Closed (Registered programs only)
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday Closed (Registered programs only)
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
(Beginning January 6, Subject to change)
What you will experience at our Downtown 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. Ages 0 - 6yrs.
Check out our Facebook Page Camrose Family Resource Centre

Click LIKE for regular updates and great information!
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January Registration
Saturday, January 6, 2018 from 10:00am-2:00 pm
In person at the Community Centre location or by calling 780-672-0141.
Please review the registration guidelines below:
Do NOT leave a message, you must speak directly to a staff member.
You may register for 2 playgroups on this day and can register for more starting on Mon Jan. 8.
You may only register for 1 session of the same group (e.g. 1 (4 week) session of Messy Madness)
You may register 1 other family with yours.
Registrations will be taken until programs are full, then you will be put on a wait list.
Volunteer Opportunities
One of the greatest gifts you can give is time. We value and appreciate all our volunteers and the
difference they make to our Centre. We thank our volunteers with perks such as:
ADAVANCED DANCE TICKET SALES and EARLY PROGRAM REGISTRATIONS!
There are 2 great opportunities for volunteering at the Camrose Family Resource Centre:
Board Members Indoor Playground Committee
We are looking for energetic, passionate, people The committee is looking for more volunteers to
who want to help plan family events and make a help clean the Centre. It requires a couple hours
difference in the lives of families within our approximately 7 times in a year, with a partner.
catchment area. Meetings are 10 times a year, You can come anytime over the weekend and if
with 5 events planned per year. needed bring your children to play.
Contact Laurie for more information.
Contact Daneille for more information.
l.jansen@camrosefrc.com 780-672-0141
d.ostafichuk@camrosefrc.com 780-672-0141
Q: What do you call a snowman in the summer?

A: A puddle!
Q: What sort of dance does a snowman like?

A: A snow ball.
Q: Where do snowmen keep their money?

A: In a snow bank.
Q: What did one snowman say to the other snowman?

A: Do you smell carrots?
Q: What do snowmen eat for lunch

A: Iceburgers!
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Family Day Celebration
Please join us on
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18
1:00pm - 5:00pm
for Family Day Celebrations.
At the Recreation Centre (Formally Edgeworth Centre)
Activities are FREE of charge or by donation!
Activities for all ages including:
*Public Skating (1:00-3:00)

*Theatre Games
*Gigantic Board Games
*Food (by donation)
*Hockey Skills Competition

(3:00-5:00)
*Silent Auction
*Surprise special guest to

entertain mid afternoon!
*And MORE!!
Take this time to play, relax and enjoy some family

time with your loved ones.
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Bunny Hop
Join us for our annual spring family dance!
Friday March 16, 2018 ~ 6:30 - 8:30pm

Norsemen Inn, Camrose
Tickets to go on sale Monday March 05, 2018 at 9:00am

at the Toy Library (located at the Community Centre) Dont miss out, tickets sell out fast!
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 Facebook page and at the Centres.
For more information or to sign up to volunteer, please call 780-672-0141
Mommys Night Out

Attention all Moms, Grandmas, Aunties, any ladies caring for kids!
Join us for our annual
Mommys Night Out!
Details will be released in the Spring!
Watch for information on our Facebook
page and at the Centres.
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Triple P - Positive Parenting Program
KIDS USING TECHNOLOGY

THE SCREEN TIME DILEMMA
Sometimes it seems like kids spend all their time in front of the
TV or on a smartphone or on the computer. You might even feel
like banning technology from your house. Thats your choice. But
for most parents, the reality is we need to adapt. We need to
help our kids lead a balanced life.
Children can benefit from age-appropriate technology. Watching TV or playing on the computer can
be fun, entertaining and a good way to relax. And there are many programs, games and apps that
are educational and can help your childs learning.
But if children spend too much time in front of a screen they will miss out on other important
activities. Things like playing outdoors, talking to friends and reading are vital for kids.
So how can you strike the right balance in your house?
Start by learning about what technology is around. You can do your own research and talk to your
children and other parents. Think about what is good about each device. And think about what you
will need to limit or manage, based on your childs age.
Its also a good idea to put some rules in place. Let your kids know what they are allowed to use
and when they can use it. Discuss this as a family so that your kids can have a say too.
For more information on this and other

parenting topics, please talk to a FRC
staff or visit the Triple P website:
www.triplep-parenting.ca/alb-en/triple-p/
Triple P - for Divorced or Separated families

Youre divorced or separated. Your child is caught in the middle. You may have problems with your
extended family, your new partner or your ex. Holidays and birthdays cause arguments. You may be
concerned about your finances. And youre worried about the impact this is all having on your childs
behaviour and emotions. If any of this sounds familiar, Family Transitions Triple P can help!
Call April at 780-672-0141 or email a.mccorquindale@camrosefrc.com for more information.
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Welcome to Parenthood
Join us on Saturday, February 3 for our
Welcome to Parenthood Shower!
We will be showcasing many of the amazing programs offered in support of families!
*Infant Massage *Baby Mumba *Baby Sign Language *Curious Cuties
*Rhymes and Stories *ASQ and ASQ-SEs *Bringing Baby Home
We are so excited to announce that

Welcome to Parenthood is back!
This program is ideal for the soon-to-be new
parents.
We provide you with valuable information about
infants, care and development, hands on
resources, community support information and
a Baby Kit filled with special gifts and supplies
to help you transition into parenthood.
Sessions are one-on-one so we can answer any
questions you have about anything to do with
babies. We will support you through your first
few months of your journey and beyond if
requested.
For more information contact Kim at
780-672-0141 or k.kienitz@camrosefrc.com
Bringing Baby Home
Bringing Baby Home

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.
Meal & snacks are provided
Course value $150. Fee to you FREE!
Tuesdays Jan 22 - Feb 27, 5:30-8:00pm
Contact Kim to register. See page 10 for details.
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Camrose Family Resource Centre Winter Programming
PROGRAMS AND PLAYGROUPS FOR FAMILIES/ CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN 0 TO 6 years
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

Program Location Dates Time Fee
This program for parents is 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!
Curious Cuties
(0-12 months)
{drop in}
Camrose Public Health
Fridays
(5510 46 Ave) 9:00-10:00 am No charge
Jan 12 thru Mar 23
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
Infant Massage colic, constipation, respiratory disorders and sleeping difficulties.
(3 weeks to pre-crawling)
{MUST PRE-REGISTER}
Camrose Family
Mondays
Resource Centre, No charge
Feb 26, Mar 5,12, 19 2:00-3:00 pm
Downtown location
(4870-51 Street)
MUM-Ba is a fusion of fitness, strength and movement for parents with children under the age
of one. You will learn about modifications, alignment and more information, which you may
Mum-Ba need after delivering your baby. This session is 100% focused on parents and their mental
(6 weeks 12 months) and physical wellness.
{MUST PRE-REGISTER,
siblings welcome}
* Please bring indoor running shoes and a blanket or yoga mat. *
Mondays
Camrose Community
Jan 15, 22, Feb 5, 12
Church 10:00-11:00 am No charge
* No session Jan
(5204 53 Ave)
29*
Programs for Families with PreschoolersDay

Come move, play and get creative! Each week will include a theme song, stories, craft, snack
Terrific Twos and sensory activities! How terrific to be two & three!
and Threes
(24 months 36 months) Tuesdays
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Discovery Room 10:30 11:30 am No charge
Jan 16, 23, 30
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This fun program combines the magic of storytelling with the fun of cooking for a truly unique
Cook Me A nursery rhyme experience!
*Due to the nature of the program, it is unsafe for younger siblings to attend*
Rhyme
(3 - 6 years of age) Discovery Room Fridays
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Jan 19, 26, 1:45-3:00 pm No charge
Feb 2, 9
Breathe like a puffer fish, walk like a crab, pose like a bear and more! Join us in learning and
practicing fun ways to build on fine & gross motor skills, breathing skills and stillness that you
Creative can incorporate into your everyday life.
Movement
(2 (1/2) -6 years of age) Camrose Family
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Resource Centre, Thursdays 10:00-11:00 am No charge
Downtown location Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1
(4870-51 Street)
Come and join us as we play and get messy! Cool and creative theme based Messy play
activities are provided each week.
Messy Madness Tuesdays
(2(1/2) - 6 years of age) Discovery Room Session #1-
{MUST PRE-REGISTER}
Feb 6,13,20,27 1:30 2:30 pm No charge
Session #2-
Mar 6,13,20,27
Throughout these sessions, families can learn new ways to tell stories, sing songs and have
Rhymes, fun with rhymes. We may even make an assortment of homemade musical instruments.
Rhythms and
Storytelling Camrose Family Thursdays 10:00 11:00 am No charge
(0 - 6 years of age) Resource Centre, Feb 22, Mar 1, 8, 15
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Downtown location
(4870-51 Street)
Handmade gifts are the best kind, particularly when they are made by children and given to
Handmade someone special. Come and enjoy spending cherished time with your child/ren creating fun
Valentines or Easter crafts to send to that special someone.
Valentines or
Camrose Family
Easter Resource Centre, Thursdays 10:00 11:30 am No charge
(2 - 6 years of age)
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Downtown location Valentines- Feb 8 or
(4870-51 Street) Easter- Mar 29
Programs for Families with PreschoolersDrop In

Come join us for active play in the soccer field as well as songs, finger plays, nursery rhymes,
Wednesday stories and a themed craft or activity!
Camrose Community Wednesdays
Morning Centre- Indoor Soccer Jan 10 thru June 13 10:00-11:30 am No charge
Drop In Field & Discovery Room
(0-6 years of age)
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Come join us for fun physical active play as well as songs, finger plays, and nursery rhymes!
Friday
Camrose Community Fridays
Morning Centre- Indoor Soccer Jan 12 thru June 15 10:00- 11:00 am No charge
Drop In Field
(0-6 years of age)
Programs for Families in the Evening- Registered

Bring your little artists and lets meet Van Gogh. We will paint beautiful sunflowers and starry
Lil Picassos skies while sampling Dutch snacks and exploring Hollands culture. Snack provided.
(2(1/2) 6 years of age)
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Indoor Playground and Tuesdays evenings:
Discovery Room Jan 16, 23, 30 6:30-7:30 pm No charge
Be a scientist and dig up fossils or stomp around like a T-Rex! Come play to learn about some
Dino Play! of Earths largest ever reptiles.
(2(1/2) 6 years of age) Snack provided.
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Indoor Playground and Thursdays evenings:
Discovery Room Mar 1, 8, 15,22 6:30-7:30 pm No charge
In this session we will cook with colours of the rainbow. Followed with colorful songs as we wait
Lil Chefs to eat our delicious snacks.
(2(1/2) 6 years of age) Indoor Playground and Tuesdays evenings:
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Discovery Room Mar 13, 20,27 6:30-7:30 pm No charge
Programs for Families on the Weekends

A time for parents of twins to connect with each other, share advice, and enjoy some adult
Twin Time interaction. Coffee, juice, and cookies will be available.
{for families with twins- Saturdays:
drop in} Discovery Room Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 17 10:00-12:00 pm No charge
Calling all dads, grandads, and awesome uncles with children 2yrs+! Bring your kids for some
Dadventures fun at DADVENTURES!
(2 years of age and up) We will have a variety of activities and supplies for all age groups for each session.
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Snacks provided.
Friday evenings
Indoor Playground Jan 12, Feb 9 and 6:00-7:30 pm No charge
Mar 9
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Parenting Programs for Expectant Families
This program is ideal for the soon-to-be new parents.

Welcome to We provide you with valuable information about infants, care and development, hands on
Parenthood resources, community support information and a Baby Kit filled with special gifts and supplies
to help you transition into parenthood. Sessions are one-on-one so we can answer any
questions you have about anything to do with babies. We will support you through your first
few months of your journey and beyond if requested.
Camrose Community On going
Centre Call Kim to make No charge
an appointment
This workshop is for both expectant and new parents (up to 6 months). You, along with your
Bringing Baby partner, will learn skills and information to recognize and cope successfully with the normal
stressors of becoming a family and enhancing your relationship.
Home Meal & snacks are provided
{both expectant and new
parents, Childcare
available} Camrose Family Tuesday nights 5:30-8:00 pm No charge
Resource Centre, Jan 23,30, Feb 6,
Downtown location 13,20,27
(4870-51 Street)
Parenting Programs for Families with 0- 12 year olds

Is your child a picky eater? Does the dinner table often turn into a battlefield? If you have ever
Goodbye experienced mealtime struggles when feeding your child this session is for you! Join a discus-
sion with other parents, a pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) and a Registered Dietitian (RD)
Mealtime to explore the many reasons behind mealtime struggles and find strategies that will help your
Struggles child and family.
{MUST PRE-REGISTER, Camrose Family
Childcare available}
Resource Centre, Monday Jan 30 or 6:00-8:00 pm No charge
Downtown location Tuesday Apr 9
(4870-51 Street)
Parenting Programs for Families with 0-12 year olds

Triple P Seminars are for large groups of parents possibly 20 or more. It's an informal
Triple P 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
Seminar Children. You can choose to do one, two or all three seminars. They deal with the most common
Series parenting issues we all face. These courses would be of interest to parents of children 12 years
{MUST PRE-REGISTER of age and younger.
Childcare available }
Mondays:
Camrose Community Jan 15- The Power of 6:30-8:00 pm No charge
Centre, Room 230 Positive Parenting
Jan 22 Raising
Confident, Competent
Children
Jan 29 Raising
Resilient Children
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In a relaxed group session, your facilitator will provide tips and suggestions for dealing with
Triple P your child's problem 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
Discussion parents in the group, if you wish to. You will also receive a take-home workbook at each
Group session with simple exercises and information to help you try your new strategies at home.
{MUST PRE-REGISTER Thursdays:
Childcare available } Camrose Family Feb 15- Dealing with 6:15-8:15 pm No charge
Resource Centre, Disobedience
Downtown location, Feb 22 Managing
(4870-51 Street) Fighting & Aggression
Mar 1 Developing
Good Bedtime
Routines
Mar 8 Hassle Free
Shopping
Parenting Programs for Families with Teens

These discussion groups are designed to provide an overview of, and an introduction to, the
Triple P principles of positive parenting applied to the specific topic. Parents set personal goals,
develop their own parenting plan and learn to use positive parenting to encourage teenagers
Teen to learn the skills and competencies they need.
Discussion For parents of children 12-16 years of age.
Group Wednesdays:
Camrose Community Jan 24- Getting 6:30-8:30 pm No charge
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Centre, Room 231 Teenagers to
Cooperate
Jan 31 - Coping with
Teenagers Emotions
Feb 7 - Building
Teenagers Survival
Skills
Feb 21 - Reducing
Family Conflict
Parenting Programs for Families transitioning thru separation or divorce

At Family Transitions sessions, your Triple P provider will give you new ideas, techniques and
Triple P strategies to help you through the day-to-day dramas and ongoing trauma of your divorce or
seperation. These ideas can help you cope with stress, anger and change, resolve conflict,
Transitions and communicate better with your ex. Throughout the sessions, youll also watch the Family
Group Transitions DVD, which shows how other parents have used the ideas to help their families.
And youll also receive the Family Transitions Workbook to support you as you put your new
{MUST PRE-REGISTER ideas into practice.
Thursdays:
TBA- Camrose Jan, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8 12:30-2:30 pm No charge
& 15
Group Triple P is a great opportunity to meet other parents in similar situations other
Triple P Group 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
{MUST PRE-REGISTER 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.
Thursdays:
TBA- Camrose Feb 22, Mar 1,8,15 & 12:30-2:30 pm No charge
Apr 12
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Resources for Families - Ages and Stages Questionnaires and
Social Emotional Questionnaires
Are you curious about your child's development?
The first six years of a child's life are extremely important to their development and
while each child develops at their own unique pace, we can sometimes find
ourselves wondering, is my child's development on track?
We offer the Ages and Stages Questionnaire for parents to use to give themselves a
snapshot of their childs development. The engaging questionnaires are interactive
and promote positive, developmentally appropriate play.
What Is the Ages and Stages Questionnaire?

A simple and fun questionnaire designed with specific questions based on a child's development in
the following areas:
Fine Motor Problem Solving Communication Personal-Social Gross Motor
What Is the Ages and Stages Questionnaire-SE?

The Ages and Stages SE asks specific questions based on the child's social/emotional development
in the following areas:
Self Regulation Compliance Communication Adaptive Functioning
Autonomy Affective interaction with people
Why should I do a questionnaire?

Learn what to expect from your child at different
developmental stages
Learn fun and new activities to engage in with your child
Learn when and where to receive support to ensure your
child meets their developmental milestones
When can I start using the questionnaire with my child?

The questionnaires range from 2 months to 5 years of age.
It is recommended that a questionnaire be completed one or two times a year; unless there is a
particular area of concern that you want to track. Activity Sheets are also available to support
healthy development and growth in specific areas of development throughout the year.
Where can I get and complete a questionnaire?
Please ask a staff member to help you, they will determine the correct
questionnaire to use as well as answer any questions you may have.
You can complete the questionnaire in the comfort of your own home;
or use our Indoor Playground/Discovery Room and resources. Our toy
lending library is also available to take home different toys geared
towards the different developmental stages.
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T.I.P.S.Teaching Independence and Parent Support
Are you expecting a baby? Would you like parenting support in your own home? Would you like to
meet other moms with young children? TIPS might be right for you!
The Teaching Independence and Parent Support Program is operated by CAFCL at many locations
in East Central Alberta. TIPS is a unique program that helps families with children age 0 to 6 facing
multiple barriers. TIPS also assists newly pregnant moms with pre-natal education and skills.
It is a program that is preventive in nature, aimed at increasing parenting skills and decreasing the
amount of environmental disabilities in children. TIPS works with families as a whole, instituting
healthy changes by providing families with information on nutrition, budgeting, child development,
and community resources. TIPS has monthly groups, one of these includes a Community Kitchen.
TIPS operates out of the CAFCL office in Camrose, as well as from offices in Tofield, Wainwright,
Killam and Provost.
For more information call 780-672-0257 or stop by the
office at 4604-57 Street, Camrose
Community Health
Camrose Community Health Centre Briarcrest
5510 46 Avenue, Camrose. 780-679-2980
Public Health Nursing provides services to families to promote health and wellness and to prevent
illness. There are many services and programs offered including Postnatal (home and clinic visits,
resources, screening and breastfeeding support), Immunization, School Health, Early Intervention,
Oral Health, Sexual Health and Nutrition Services.
Baby Talk is a drop in program for families with a public health nurse available to answer any
questions or concerns, provide developmental information as well as the opportunity to weigh and
measure baby to track their growth. Fridays from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
Early Intervention Program:

Supports the family to plan their child's early years by
Providing information about development, behaviour challenges, and parenting issues
working with families in their natural home environments
may do a developmental screening process with the family and make referrals as needed
working with families to find answers to their questions about their child's delay or disability
connecting families to community resources and services
Fluoride Protection for Toddlers:

Free fluoride applications for eligible children 12 to 35 months to protect their teeth from cavities.
See eligibility criteria. Children only need to have a few teeth to start getting fluoride. Applications
are given 4 times, once every 6 months.
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Childrens Rehabilitation Services Walk-In Clinics
Bashaw Walk-In Clinic Camrose Walk-In Clinic Tofield Walk-In Clinic

The third Wednesday of The third Tuesday of every The first Wednesday of
every month month every month
Bashaw Community Health Community Rehabilitation Tofield Health Centre
Centre Program - Pediatrics 5543 - 44 Street, Tofield AB
5308 - 53 Street Bashaw, AB 3rd Floor 5015 - 50 Ave, 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. Camrose AB
Call 780-662-3984 for
Call 780-608-8611 for 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. more information.
more information. Call 780-608-8611
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Resources for Families - Toy Lending Library
Our Toy Lending Library Benefits of Toy Lending Library
offers a great selection of Financial benefits: Spend less money on
creative, educational, and new toys.
developmentally appropriate
toys for Infants, Toddlers Educational benefits: Different types of toys
and Preschool Readiness. can help children build new skills. Parents can
also learn about what kind of toys their
How do I Borrow Toys? children like best.
1. Select 1 to 3 toys per child for 2 weeks Emotional/social benefits: Families can
2. Sign out the toys by completing the form strengthen their relationship by borrowing toys
3. Place the form in sign out box and be sure and games for parents and children to play
to use the bags to take your toys home together.
4. Return toys in 2 weeks by placing them in Environmental benefits: Children out grow
the large Toy Library Box toys quickly, toys get passed along and reused.
Resources for families-Parent Resource Library

Our Parent Resource Library offers a great How do I Borrow Parent Resource?
selection of books and resources for all Speak to a staff member to open the
types of parenting and family needs. resource cupboard. Make your selection.
Topic categories include: Fill out the form. Return in 1 month.
Self Help Parenting: Child rearing,

Divorce moral and ethical aspects
Adoption Parenting: Toddlers

Parenting: Preteens
Infertility
Bullying Parenting: Teenagers
Nutrition
Creative Resources
Parenting: Problem
Infant Massage
Behaviors
Pregnancy, Newborn,
Parenting: Toilet Training
Breastfeeding and Child
Care Sexuality
Parenting-General Fathers
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Rural Winter Programming
PROGRAMS AND PLAYGROUPS FOR FAMILIES/CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN 0 TO 6 years of age.
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, while spending
quality time with their children. Triple P support is also available at all rural playgroups.
Wednesdays
(the 1st & 3rd of each month)
Bashaw Join Bashaw Monkey Business on Facebook
Monkey
Business Bashaw Jan 17, Feb 7,21,
10:00-11:30 am No charge
Public Library Mar 7, 21
Every Thursday group meets every week,

(Parent Link visits on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays) Parents bring their own snack.
Bawlf Join Bawlf Playgroup on Facebook
PLAYgroup
Bawlf Jan 18, Feb 1, 15,
10:00-12:00 pm No charge
Lutheran Church Mar 1, 15
Thursdays
Daysland (2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month) Parents bring their own snack.
PLAYgroup Join Daysland Playgroup on Facebook
Daysland Alliance Jan 11, 25, Feb 8,

10:00-12:00 pm No charge
Church 22, Mar 8, 22

Daysland In a relaxed group session, your facilitator will provide tips and suggestions for dealing with
Triple P your child's problem behaviour. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully
Discussion dealing with the same issue and you'll be encouraged to share your thoughts with the other
Group parents in the group, if you wish to. You will also receive a take-home workbook at each
session with simple exercises and information to help you try your new strategies at home.
{MUST PRE-REGISTER Pre-register with Daneille call 780-672-0141
Tuesdays:
TBD Mar 6- Dealing with 6:15-8:15 pm No charge
Disobedience
Mar 13 Managing
Fighting &
Aggression
Mar 20 Developing
Good Bedtime
Routines
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Forestburg your child's problem behaviour. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully
Triple P parents in the group, if you wish to. You will also receive a take-home workbook at each
Discussion session with simple exercises and information to help you try your new strategies at home.
Group
Fridays:
{MUST PRE-REGISTER Forestburg Public Jan 26- Dealing with 10:00-12:00 pm No charge
Childcare available } Library Disobedience
Feb 23 Managing
Fighting & Aggres-
sion
Mar 23 Developing
Good Bedtime
Routines
Fridays
Forestburg (2nd & 4th Fridays of each month)
Join Forestburg play for me & you on Facebook
PLAY for
me & you Forestburg Public Jan 12, 26, Feb 9,
10:00-11:30am No charge
Library 23, Mar 9, 23

Flagstaff your child's problem behaviour. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully
Evening Triple parents in the group, if you wish to. You will also receive a take-home workbook at each
P Discussion session with simple exercises and information to help you try your new strategies at home.
Groups Pre-register with Jennifer call 780-673-3008
{MUST PRE-REGISTER
Thursday:
Forestburg School Feb 8- Dealing with 6:00-8:00 pm No charge
Disobedience
Parenting Programs for Families with Teens

Flagstaff
Evening Triple P Forestburg School Wednesday: 6:00-8:00 pm No charge
Teen Discussion Pre-register with Mar 14 Getting
Group Jennifer call teenagers to
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} 780-673-3008 cooperate
Tuesdays
Hardisty (2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month)
Join Hardisty playgroup on Facebook
Toddlers Inn Jan 9, 23, Feb 13, 10:30- 12:00 pm Donation collection,
27, Mar 13 donated back to the
preschool
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Tuesdays (1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month)

Holden Parent Join Holden Parent Nursery on Facebook, watch Facebook for more details
Nursery Jan 16- Tims & Tips
{PRE-REGISTER early,
limited spaces, Feb 6 & 20 Messy
Holden Community
text 780-781-1807} Madness 10:00-11:30 am No charge
Hall
Mar 6 & 20
Lil Chefs
Wednesdays: Come and join us as we play and get messy! Cool and creative theme based
Killam Messy play activities are provided each week.
Messy Madness Pre-register with Jessica at the Flagstaff Family Resource Centre for this playgroup, call
(2(1/2) - 6 years of age) 780-385-2346
{MUST PRE-REGISTER}
Killam Agriplex
Feb 28, Mar 7, 14,21 10:30-11:30 am No charge
Multi-Purpose Room
Mondays: Join us for active play, snack-time, and creative play, ending with a
Killam M.E.N.D parent/caregiver workshop covering nutrition and mind/behaviour change for 10 weeks.
(2 - 4 years of age) Mind Exercise Nutrition Do It!
{MUST PRE-REGISTER} Pre-register with Jessica at the Flagstaff Family Resource Centre or call 780-672-0141 to
register with a MEND staff facilitator.
Killam Knox United Jan 15, 22, 29, Feb 5,
Church 12, 26, March 5, 12, 10:30-12:00pm No charge
19, 26
Wednesday (2nd Wednesday of each month, except January)

Join New Norway Parents and Tots playgroup on Facebook
New Norway Jan 24 - Cook Me A
Registered Story
PLAY Dates New Norway Feb 14 - Messy
10:00-11:30 am No charge
{PRE-REGISTER early, Community Hall Madness
limited spaces} Mar 14 - Nursery
Rhyme Playtime
Fridays
Round Hill (1st & 3rd Fridays of each month) Join Round Hill Rugrats on Facebook
Rugrats
Round Hill Jan 19, Feb 2, 16,
10:00-12:00 pm $30/family/year
Community Centre Mar 2, 16
Mondays (once a month)

Ryley Mystery
PLAY Date Good News Church Jan 15, Feb 5, Mar 5 10:00-11:30 am No charge
Every Tuesday. Group meets every week.

Tofield Kids (Parent Link visits on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday) Join Kids Spot Tofield Playgroup on Facebook
Spot Play Tofield
Jan 9, 23,Feb 13, 27,
Group Community Hall 9:30-11:30 am
Mar 13 No charge
5309 - 50 St
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Tofield your child's problem behavior. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully
Triple P parents in the group, if you wish to. You will also receive a take-home workbook at each
Discussion Group session with simple exercises and information to help you try your new strategies at home.
{PRE-REGISTER by Tuesday:
texting 780-781-1807,
Tofield Community Jan 23 Topic to 10:00-12:00 pm No charge
Hall be announced

Stress is a normal part of everyday life for children and adults. It helps to motivate us and
Tofield Kids Have adds a positive challenge to life. However, too much stress can be counter-productive and
overwhelming. Why focus on childrens stress? Because too much stress:
Stress too!
Makes it more difficult for children to get along with others
{MUST PRE-REGISTER Child-
care available } Interferes with children's ability to focus, think and ultimately learn
Has a profound effect on children's physical, emotional and mental health
By helping children learn positive coping strategies to deal with stress, you can help build
their resiliency and prevent stress from escalating to distress, anxiety and meltdowns.
Pre-register by texting, 780-781-1807
Tuesdays:
Tofield Arena, Mar 6, 13, 20 6:30-8:30 pm No charge
Meeting Room
Wednesdays
Viking Stay and Pre-register with Tracey at Viking FCSS for this playgroup, call 780-336-4024
Play Join Viking Alberta Mommies and Kidz on Facebook
$5 per family,
Viking Alliance Church Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00-11:30 am donated back to the
Church

Stress is a normal part of everyday life for children and adults. It helps to motivate us and
Viking Kids Have adds a positive challenge to life. However, too much stress can be counter-productive and
overwhelming. Why focus on childrens stress? Because too much stress:
Stress too!
Makes it more difficult for children to get along with others
{MUST PRE-REGISTER Child- Interferes with children's ability to focus, think and ultimately learn
care available }
Has a profound effect on children's physical, emotional and mental health
By helping children learn positive coping strategies to deal with stress, you can help build
their resiliency and prevent stress from escalating to distress, anxiety and meltdowns.
Pre-register with Tracey at Viking FCSS for this parenting session call 780-336-4024
Thursdays:
Viking Alliance Church Feb 8, 15, 22 6:30-8:30 pm No charge
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M.E.N.D. - In Killam
Mondays January 15 - March 26.

10:30 - 12:00 In Killam, AB
10 sessions of fun games and information

to help you and your child lead a
healthier life!
To register, contact Jessica at the Flagsta Family Resource Centre at 780-385-2346.
For more informa#on or to speak with a MEND Facilitator, contact the
Camrose Family Resource Centre - A Parent Link Centre at 780-672-0141
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Family Literacy Program
Pool Rhymes Books for Babies
For parents with babies or toddlers. For parents and babies up to 12 months old!
Learn how to support your childs early learning

Water play and music! and language experiences by sharing books,
It is a natural combination . nursery rhymes and songs with your baby.
Come out and play, sing and have fun together! Learn about the value of play in a childs
healthy development
All children must be accompanied an adult.
Share parenting ideas and socialize.
Dates and time: Tuesdays, 11-11:45am.
Take home a quality childrens book for
March 6th to April 10th your family.
Place: Camrose Aquatic Centre Dates and time: Wednesdays, 2 3 pm.
5204 - 50 Avenue February 21st to March 28th
Place: CALC office, 5000 51 Ave, #7
Registration is ongoing until classes are full.
Call Camrose Family Literacy 780-672-8754, or email famlit@camroselearning.com
There is no cost to attend!
Twin Time
Are you a family with twins? Are you expecting twins?
Please join us one Saturday a month to meet with other parents of twins to share
knowledge and strategies, ask questions, and get in some adult interaction.
Bring your twins and siblings. See page 10 for details.
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Camrose and Area Early Childhood Development Coalition
Share the gift of communication!
Did you know in 2014 The Camrose and Area ECD Coalition received statistical
information that 35% percent of kindergarten children in our area were experiencing
difficulty in Communication & General Knowledge, which includes the ability to
communicate wants and needs and to be imaginative!
Use these Conversation Starters to help your little ones with communication
-If you could plan the greatest day ever, what would it look like?
-If you could have any animal in the world as a pet what would it be?
-What is the funniest thing that happened to you this week?
-What is one thing you wish you knew how to do?
- What is the best thing about being _____ years old?
-Where is your favorite place to be?
-If you could have one super hero power what would it be?
-How many hugs do you need every day?
-What makes you feel better when you are sad or upset
- Tell me about something that makes you happy?
- What are the 3 best things about you?
Like our page! Scan the QR code to be

Camrose and Area Early Childhood Development Coalition. directly connected to
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.
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Parent & Tot Program
Camrose Community Centre Indoor Soccer Field
Monday - Friday
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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.
Meet Our Staff

Early Childhood Program Coordinators: Director:
Laurie Jansen
Lorraine Bell Krista Lantz
Kim Kienitz April McCorquindale Program Manager:
Jolene Doig Bailey Lassessen Kari Cameron
Daneille Ostafichuk Wilme Hilchie
Administrative Coordinator:
Taking Action on Bullying: Angela Vanouck
Jennifer Hastings
Camrose Family Resource Centre Association - A Parent Link Centre

email: l.jansen@camrosefrc.com www.camrosefrc.com
Camrose Family Resource Centre
Main Location Downtown Location

#3 Community Centre, 4516 - 54 Street Lower Level, 4870 - 51 Street
Phone: 780-672-0141 Phone: 780-673-3008
Our Funders:

Camrose Family Resource Centre Association - A Parent Link Centre

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We have great things planned for 2018.

We hope that 2018 is your best year ever!!

Highlights In this issue:

What you will experience at our Indoor Playground space?

Downtown Centre (4870 - 51 Street) Drop-in Play Times

What you will experience at our Downtown play space?

Check out our Facebook Page Camrose Family Resource Centre

Q: What do you call a snowman in the summer?

Q: What sort of dance does a snowman like?

Q: Where do snowmen keep their money?

Q: What did one snowman say to the other snowman?

Q: What do snowmen eat for lunch

*Public Skating (1:00-3:00)

*Food (by donation)

*Hockey Skills Competition

*Surprise special guest to

Take this time to play, relax and enjoy some family

Friday March 16, 2018 ~ 6:30 - 8:30pm

Tickets to go on sale Monday March 05, 2018 at 9:00am

For more information or to sign up to volunteer, please call 780-672-0141

Mommys Night Out

KIDS USING TECHNOLOGY

So how can you strike the right balance in your house?

For more information on this and other

Triple P - for Divorced or Separated families

We are so excited to announce that

Bringing Baby Home

Bringing Baby Home

Programs for Families with Infants & Toddlers

Program Location Dates Time Fee

Programs for Families with PreschoolersDay

Program Location Dates Time Fee

Programs for Families with PreschoolersDrop In

Programs for Families in the Evening- Registered

Program Location Dates Time Fee

Program Location Dates Time Fee

Programs for Families on the Weekends

Program Location Dates Time Fee

This program is ideal for the soon-to-be new parents.

Program Location Dates Time Fee

Parenting Programs for Families with 0- 12 year olds

Parenting Programs for Families with 0-12 year olds

Parenting Programs for Families with Teens

Parenting Programs for Families transitioning thru separation or divorce

What Is the Ages and Stages Questionnaire?

What Is the Ages and Stages Questionnaire-SE?

Why should I do a questionnaire?

When can I start using the questionnaire with my child?

5510 46 Avenue, Camrose. 780-679-2980

Early Intervention Program:

Fluoride Protection for Toddlers:

Bashaw Walk-In Clinic Camrose Walk-In Clinic Tofield Walk-In Clinic

Resources for families-Parent Resource Library

Self Help Parenting: Child rearing,

Adoption Parenting: Toddlers

Program Location Dates Time Fee

Every Thursday group meets every week,

Daysland Alliance Jan 11, 25, Feb 8,

Parenting Programs for Families with 0-12 year olds

Parenting Programs for Families with 0-12 year olds

Parenting Programs for Families with Teens