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Occupational therapists work with children to target problem areas through playful interactions, grading the activities so that the child can succeed. Treatment is geared toward increase in social participation, self-regulation and motor skilled acquisition. Early assessment and treatemtnt leads to greater possibility of overcoming or reducing the severity of the problem. Occupational therapy services are…
Read More about Aboriginal Occupational Therapy (AOT)The speech / language pathologist at Laichwiltach Family Life Society provides services to aboriginal children from birth to school entry (0-5 years). A speech/language pathologist is someone who can help children: To say words clearly To use longer sentences To understand what other people are saying and follow directions To play with other children With…
Read More about Aboriginal Speech and Language ProgramBear Essentials is a family support program that assists with the costs of health-related travel and equipment for Island kids. The program is designed for families that struggle to afford the associated costs or that have barriers limiting their ability to access health care or equipment for their child. Bear Essentials is a program accessed through referral only. A health…
Read More about Bear Essentials ProgramChildren’s Health Hub connects families with health resources and service providers. Hours vary depending on the services provided. Appointments are available outside of regularly scheduled hours. Contact the Hub Navigator for more information. Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/360140348735064/ Helping Families Thrive Proudly supported by the School District #84. Contact Hub Navigator – Fatima McCarthy Phone: 250-283-7108<…
Read More about Children’s Health Hub (Vancouver Island West)All caregivers and little ones (ages 0 – 4+) are invited to drop in for playtime and community connection. Free, by donation.
Read More about Cortes – Gorge Hall Parents & TotsAll caregivers and little ones (ages 0 – 4+) are invited to drop in for playtime and community connection. Free, by donation.
Read More about Cortes – Manson’s Hall Parents & TotsDescription Work one on one with the Family Navigator to get advice on strenghthening parenting skills, child deveoplment knowledge, supported referrals, life skill development, help to access services and supports in the community, advocacy, and information/advice. Family Navigation program staff facilitate a weekly early learning group called Family Links on Wednesdays from 10-11:30am. Come Enjoy…
Read More about Early Years Family NavigationDescription The Gold River Children Who Witness Abuse program provides individual and group counseling services for children between the ages of 3 and 8 living in the Gold River area who have witnessed abuse, threats or violence in the home. Contact Campbell River Family Services for more information on the Gold River CWWA program. Contact…
Read More about Gold River – Children Who Witness Abuse ProgramStrongStart BC early learning programs provide school-based early learning services for adults and their young children, aged birth to five, at no cost to families.
Read More about Gold River StrongStartThe Immigrant Welcome Centre, formally known as the Multicultural & Immigrant Services Association of the North Vancouver Island (MISA), is a registered nonprofit society.
Read More about Immigration Welcome Centre – Port McNeil ProgrammingThe Métis Early Years program was developed by the Métis Nation British Columbia for Métis families with children birth to 8 years. The Métis Family Connections – Elementary and Secondary Years program is for children and youth 9-18 years. This is available to MNBC citizens and those who self identify as Metis. The goal of…
Read More about Métis Family ConnectionsClinics occur every other month from 10:10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Public Health Nurse for the area comes to the Community Centre. This gives parents a chance to talk about the health of their new baby and to have baby vaccinated if you so choose. Phone the Health Unit at 250-850-2110 for an appointment. Come to Room 1 using the south entrance. An opportunity to talk with a Public Health Nurse about your baby and to have vaccinations done.
Read More about Quadra Baby ClinicDrop in with your little ones for fun stories, songs and rhymes.
Read More about Quadra Family Story TimeFood distribution day is the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Read More about Quadra Island Food BankNew mothers and mothers-to-be are welcome to attend the baby group that meets every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m to noon in room 1. This is free of charge. Come meet other moms, nurse your baby, share concerns and delight in each other’s babies.
Read More about Quadra Moms and Babe Drop-in ProgramDrop-in program for tots and their caregiver. There are ride-on toys and crafty supplies for you to play with. Bring a communal snack to share. On Mondays Barb from the Children’s Centre is in attendance with fun activities and games.
Read More about Quadra Parent and Tots &/or Grandparents and Tots Drop-in ProgramStrongStart is a free, drop-in program open to all children and their parents and caregivers from birth to Kindergarten. StrongStart follows the school calendar.
Read More about Quadra StrongStartLet your little ones burn off some energy during playtime in the gym every Monday morning. Children 4 and older pay standard program fees ($2.75). Children 3 and younger are free. No charge for parents during gym time.
Read More about Sayward Parents & Tots GymtimeCome for a quiet Parents & Tots Drop-In swim program with your little ones. There will be toys for the kids and a chance for caregivers to socialize.
Read More about Sayward Parents and Tots SwimStrongStart is a free, drop-in program open to all children and their parents and caregivers from birth to Kindergarten. StrongStart follows the school calendar.
Read More about Sayward StrongStartThe We Wai Kai Nation Cape Mudge Band Headstart Program is offered at Quinsam and the We Wai Kai Preschool Daycare Headstart Program is offered at Cape Mudge. Cape Mudge differs in that it offers daycare within the program. There are six (6) components to the program: culture and language, education, health promotion, nutrition, parent & family involvement and social support. The program is a warm, accepting, and caring environment for both children and their families and offers morning, all day, and afternoon programs. In both communities a Headstart Outreach program is provided for families with children ages 0-36 months. This includes weekly play groups, a mobile resource library, home visits and the engagement of children, parents and families in activities that encourage involvement in activities, nutrition, and skills that promote healthy lifestyles.
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