Celebrating 40 years of supporting and strengthening families

SPRING 2015 Program Schedule

Please ensure to scroll down to view all of our upcoming programs!!

BABYSITTER TRAINING for Students age 12 and up

Learn how to care for babies and children safely and responsibly. Includes: accident prevention, fire safety, emergencies, kids at different ages, and employer/employee responsiblilites. Successful participants receive a certificate.  Students must be 12 years of age within two months of the workshop.  Please note that a  nut free, bagged lunch and drink are required.  If your child has any allergies or health concerns the facilitator should be aware of please call the office 204-284-9311 after registration is completed. 

Choose one of the following dates:

Dates:                Saturday, May 9

                            Friday, May 15   Louis Riel Schools only in-service day (no school)

                            Saturday, May 23 

                            Saturday, June 6

Summer Date: Wednesday, September 2     (Last week of summer break)

Time:                   9:00 am -  3:30 pm

Fee:                     $35.00 per studentRegister Now! 

READY, SET, SOLO! For Students age 11 and up, along with a parent

Together you and your child create a plan for your child to stay at home alone safely and confidently.  You and your child will discuss concerns as they relate to your family. Includes: home safety, family rules, emergencies, and strangers. Please note that in Manitoba children must not be left home alone until they are 12 years of age. 

Choose one of the following dates:

Dates:           Sunday,  May 3                        6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

                       Tuesday, May 26                       6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

                       Sunday, June 7                          6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Wednesday, June 10                  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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First Fall Date: Sun Sept 20 (6 to 9 pm) Call for early Registration 204-284-9311. Online registration will begin in July for this workshop.

BASIC STUDY SKILLS FOR STUDENTS 

Students learn how to be more organized and better prepared for tests and school work. Students identify their preferred learning style (visual, auditory, tactile) and learn about strategies for each style.  If your child has any allergies or health concerns the facilitator should be aware of please call the office 204-284-9311 after registration is completed.

Dates:           Thursday, May 7        Grades 5 and 6

                      Tuesday, May 12         Grades 7 to 9                                            

Time:             6:00 pm -  8:30 pm

Fee:               $25.00 per student

TRIPLE P - POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM 

For Parents of children aged 2 to 12

Learn simple and practical strategies to help confidently manage your child's behaviour, prevent problems and build strong, healthy relationships. Triple P is a research-based parenting program that has been shown to work in most families.

Date:             Thursdays, for 3 weeks from May 14 to May 28

Time:              7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fee:                $35.00 per person or $45.00 per couple 

BLENDED FAMILIES for Parents in a Step Family

This 3 week workshop will examine the challenges of living in a step family and will provide parenting information and coping strategies. 

Date:               Mondays, for 3 weeks from April 27 to May 11

Time:               7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fee:                  $45.00 per person or $55.00 per couple

BUILDING FAMILY STRENGTH Facilitated by Inspire Community Outreach For Parents with children of all ages (of varying abilities)

Does your child struggle with managing strong emotions? Would your family benefit from learning techniques to adapt in stressful situations and overcome adversity? Join us for a three session series reviewing ideas on how to help youth (and their family members) build resilience.

Date:             Wednesdays, for 3 weeks from May 13 to May 27

Time:             7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

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MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY AND YOUR CHILD

For Parents of children ages 8 and up

Are you concerned about your child's use of media and technology? This workshop will look at the ins and outs of cell phones and computer technology to give you some help setting boundaries and parenting the online generation. We will talk about appropriate screen time for each age group, internet safety, cell phone expectations, and how to work together with your child to navigate the changing world of technology.

            Date:       Mondays, for 2 weeks May 25 and June 1

            Time:       7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

            Fee:          $30.00 per person or $40.00 per couple

 PARENT EDUCATOR

This individualized one-on-one service will provide you, in your role of parent, with an opportunity to focus on challenges you are experiencing with your child.  In conversation with our parent educator, Lori Chrol, you will identify areas of your parent/child relationship that are problematic and receive effective approaches you can use immediately.  Appointments are required. For details or to book an appointment please contact us at 284-9311.   Fee: $40.00 per hour.

Are you interested in leading Babysitting Workshops?

We offer free training for adults interested in leading Babysitting training workshops for students in their school or local community. Are you available to work on in-service days? We are always looking to hire new faciliatators to work on an occasional basis.  Please call our offices at 204-284-9311 for more information.

Coming in September:  TRIPLE P STEPPING STONES

for Parents of special needs children (6 weeks)

Learn a variety of skills to manage your child's behaviour and promote your child's development and potential. 

Stepping Stones Triple P aims to help parents and caregivers develop effective management strategies to deal with behaviour problems and developmental issues common among children with disabilities.

This program is suitable for all famiies of children with special needs including children who have a developmental delay and also children who have sensory or physical disabilities.

Call for early registration at 284-9311. Online registration will begin in July

Date: Mondays, for 6 weeks from September 14 to October 26 (no class Oct 12)

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fee: $50.00 per person or $60.00 per couple 

Cancellation Policy: Full Refunds will be issued if we cancel a course. If you withdraw from the program 7 days or more prior to the start date your will receive a refund of your course fee less a $5 administration fee. After this time and once the program has started no refunds will be made.          

Registration for Children and Youth programs: Please ensure that you register only your own child. If your child has a friend who would also like to attend that child's family must complete the registration for them.