PROGRAMS - NON AGE SPECIFIC
1. INFANT/CHILD CPR
St. John’s Ambulance Infant and Child CPR, for caregivers and parents of young children up to eight years of age. Maximum number of participant is 15. Cost: $50.00/person ( Non refundable) Must pay when you register
Details
- Where: 201 Antrim Street - Downstairs
- When: October 22, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
- How to Register: Call 748-9144 for details. A cost of $50.00 per person to be paid when you register.
2. PARENTING PLANS
PARENTING PLANS This is a one to one session with a staff member where you can work through some of your parenting challenges.
Details
- Where: St. John Elementary School, Peterborough
- When: Tuesdays, Afternoon - call Anne to make an appointment.
- How to Register: Please contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144 ex. 351 for an appoinment.
3. EVERY PARENTS SURVIVAL GUIDE
Every Parents Survival Guide is a workshop that introduces Positive Parenting Programs. This session will cover the following topics:
Topics Offered
- Recognizing causes of children’s behaviour problems
- Setting rules and giving instruction
- Using discipline strategies that work
- Taking care of yourself as a parent
Details
- Where: Peterborough Family Resource Centre, 201 Antrim Street
- When: Wednesday's, March 21 and March 28.
from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. - How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144
4. TRIPLE P: POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM
Triple P promotes good communication and strong relationships between parents and children. Parents of children 0-12 yrs. are invited to attend one or all of these seminars.
Seminars Offered
- The Power of Positive Parenting:
- Raising Confident, Competent Children
- Raising Resilient Children:
Details
- Where: St. John Elementary School, Peterborough
- When: Tuesdays, March 6, 20, April 3
6:30pm - 8:30pm - Where: Otonabee Family Hub, Otonabee School, Peterborough
- When: Wednesdays, January 25, February 8
February 22, 6:30pm 8:30pm - Time for all seminars: 6:30-8:30pm
- To register please call Peterborough Family Resource Centre 748-9144
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5. MOM'S NIGHT OUT
Do you need a break? Do you like talking with other moms and sharing your experiences? We will be holding sessions throughout the year titled Mom’s Night Out. Leave your little ones at home, enjoy refreshments with dessert and networking with other moms. Sign up for one, or all of them!
Topic: Self Care
Spend some time chatting with other moms and then choose a self-care activity that you would like to try - yoga or hand massage. A staff will call you one week prior to the program start to find out your self-care choice.
Topic: Creating our Memories
This is a night to bring all those pictures or stories about your families that you have collected and have not had a chance to do anything with and put these items into a scrapbook or a journal. A materials fee of $5 must be paid in advance of the night.
Topic: Taming Those Gremlins
I don’t know, I can’t, impossible! If you hear yourself saying these phrases then you are dealing with a Gremlin. What is a Gremlin? What does your Gremlin look like? Is he loud, slow, persistent, big or little? Many moms deal with the guilt gremlin? Learn how to quiet your gremlin and enjoy life more.
Topic: Slow Down (I want to get off): Are you always in a hurry trying to play catch-up? Do you feel overwhelmed and out of energy? Come out to this session and learn some tools to help you slow down and feel more energized.
6. POPCORN AND A MOVIE
Come out and enjoy this short film about babies. The film maker travels the globe following four children from vastly different corners of the world. The film demonstrates that all babies no matter their background will grow and reach crucial developmental milestones if they are surrounded with love. Bring your partner, bring a friend, put your feet up and enjoy some popcorn and thought provoking entertainment. A short discussion will follow the film.
