Services & Programs

PROGRAMS * WORKSHOPS * SUPPORT GROUPS * SELF CARE * SERVICES * RESOURCES

• All classes will be held at 5-505 Sargent Avenue * 2nd floor
• Light lunch and bus tokens (some conditions do apply) provided
• Phone: 204.775.9934 to register for programs
• Covid procedures will apply * masks are required

SERVICES by appointments ONLY
To register and for information please call 204.772.9091

Layette * Welcome Baby*: This service provides newborn babies with essential needs for the first few days at home. Items such as blankets, outfits, sleepers, diapers and many more items for baby. Please let us know if there is anything more we can help you with to make your transition home a joyous and effortless as possible. We’re here to answer questions, provide support, and make referrals.

Inside each Layette bag you will receive:

• 2 Receiving Blankets
• 1 Blanket
• 1 3 month onesie
• 1 3/6 month onesie
• 1 3 month sleeper
• 1 3/6 month sleeper
• 6 newborn diapers
• 2 bibs
• 2 washcloths
• 1 outfit with socks and hat
• Layette Booklet
• Other accessories, if available, i.e. a toy, lotion, wipes

note: items may vary depending on donations

Birth Certificate: Official document issued to record a person’s birth, including such identifying data as name, gender, date of birth, place of birth, and parentage.

FAQ:

Working with CFS: This full day workshop is open to all who walk within a family and beside a family. This workshop is for parents, foster parents, support workers, service providers, and others who would like to learn more about CFS.

The first part of the workshop provides first hand, extensive knowledge on the Child Welfare Act and Child and Family Services (CFS). Information on the act, the CFS system in Manitoba, the parent and child’s rights, legal information, and other processes with handouts.

The second part of the workshop is discussing the feelings around CFS. By understanding it and the process. The Curriculum of this part of the workshop provides ideas of techniques, resources, and discusses the importance of self-care and healthy management of stress, emotions, and creating a positive support system. A list of resources will be provided.

Dates TBA

Social Anxiety: Anxiety is a nervous, uncomfortable or worried feeling that typically occurs in the absence of an imminent threat. It is different from fear, which is the natural response of the body to the immediate danger. However, when it becomes too intense it interferes with our lives making us incapable of handling daily situations.

Social Anxiety has become very common and a paralyzing factor for many people in todays society. This program offer 6 sessions providing education about anxiety and how one can manage better. If you are experiencing social anxiety and would like a safe and caring place to:

• learn more about anxiety and access resources
• get answers to questions
• address concerns
• have open conversations with others
• continue your path to wellness

Dates TBA * ZOOM * Monday Afternoons * 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Emotional Wellness: Emotional Wellness is a 6 week psychoeducational group. In this group we look at how we understand and manage our feelings through lectures, handouts, group discussion, interactive activities, and exercises. Topics include definitions of emotions, healthy vs. unhealthy emotions. causes and triggers of emotions, awareness of emotions, empathy vs. sympathy, and coping strategies and tools.

POSTPONED TBA * Friday Afternoons * 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Women’s Sharing Circle:  This 8 week program is offered in a safe space for women. Each session is facilitated by our agency Elder. She brings to the women a traditional component of smudging and other teachings.

Our Elder has shared with us these words about this program: “While having this honour of walking with the women in the Sharing Circle, I have seen the growth and healing that the women have journeyed through. This process although emotional, has demonstrated several benefits. They have formed a sisterhood and a self-supporting group, that discusses varying topics. Some of these topics are lifestyle changes of single parenting, being a grandparent and family expectations. We discuss addiction and change; sometimes we talk about resilience and determination when they are the only ones in their family unit who are trying to maintain sober lifestyles. These women have become stronger together and built a network of comfort and support.”

May 06 to June 24  * Thursday Afternoons * 1:00 to 3:00 pm

Spaces available call 204.772.9091 to register

Men’s Sharing Circle: This group for men will address their life issues in a supportive environment. The goal of the group is to give support to men; offer different solutions through teaching, listening, sharing and educating. The format of the group is practical and involves interpersonal conversations, giving feedback, and challenging one another to develop more constructive patterns of behavior. Each group begins with a brief check-in and ends with a brief check-out. The group is open to men who are wanting to actively work towards their journey:

• learn who you are
• learn to trust yourself & others
• create the life you want
• deal with difficult feelings

The group is:

• a safe environment for men
• non-judgmental, non-discriminatory and accepting of all
• respectful of others
• promotes self-growth and awareness
• provides and receives support from others

 Arriving this Summer * Stay tune for dates

Positive Discipline:  The program is for moms, dads and caregivers of children of all ages. It addresses common issues that arise between birth and the end of adolescence. It can be helpful for any family. This program is also for future parents. And it is for those who support parents, such as parent educators, parent group facilitators, and family support workers. Some children have particular challenges that are not typical for their age. These include autism, attention deficit disorder, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, developmental delays and brain damage. If your child’s behavior is of particular concern, you should seek help and advice as early as possible. While this program can be helpful for any family, parents of children with atypical conditions are advised to seek additional guidance from specially trained professionals, such as family doctors and public health nurses.

April 02 to May 14, 2021 * Friday afternoons * 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Spaces available call 204.772.9091 to register

Nobody’s Perfect for Moms: It’s no secret that every parent wants their child to be happy, healthy and safe. But it’s easy to forget that none of us come fully prepared for the job. Families are complex and full of challenges, especially for young parents, single parents or parents who find themselves isolated socially, geographically or linguistically. Our Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program provides parents of children from birth to age 5 with:

• A safe place to build on their parenting skills
• An opportunity to learn new skills and concepts
• A place to interact with other parents who have children the same age.

5 Components: Safety, Body, Behaviour, Parents and Mind

This program is inclusive to anyone who identifies as a mother.

FULL * March 19th to April 30th * Friday afternoons * 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Nobody’s Perfect for Dads: It’s no secret that every parent wants their child to be happy, healthy and safe. But it’s easy to forget that none of us come fully prepared for the job. Families are complex and full of challenges, especially for young parents, single parents or parents who find themselves isolated socially, geographically or linguistically. Our Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program provides parents of children from birth to age 5 with:

• A safe place to build on their parenting skills
• An opportunity to learn new skills and concepts
• A place to interact with other parents who have children the same age.

5 Components: Safety, Body, Behaviour, Parents and Mind

This program is inclusive to anyone who identifies as a father.

FULL * March 19th to April 30th * Friday afternoons * 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Book Bags: For parents with children from birth to age five. A Book Bag program is a family literacy tool that brings reading to life and encourages reading in a fun and safe way. It is a great way for children and adults to read together. This program is a wonderful opportunity to introduce a wide range of books to your child(ren) and to provide an opportunity for children to identify with the joy of reading and for parents to actively support their children.

Completed * Next class TBA