This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about youth and cyberbullying. Together we will discuss ways to talk to your child about cyberbullying and strategies for developing resilient online children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
This FREE workshop on toilet training will provide parents and caregivers with more information on potty learning, deciding when/if children are ready and helping children feel confident with using the potty. This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention […]
Looking for easy ways to stimulate children’s creativity? Join us virtually for easy crafts using readily available materials and learn some ways to make the most of this time with your child. This program is free! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service [...]
Being a parent is hard and we just can never learn enough from others that have been parents, too. You are invited to our open discussion, inviting all parents and caregivers to chat about different topics related to parenting and child development. February topics include: Feb 2: Navigating Peer Relationships Feb 8: Building your [...]
July 24th is International Self-Care day! This workshop will support parents (and caregivers) in learning strategies to attend the different domains of their health and wellness. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for [...]
This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) research and we discuss strategies for developing resilient children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families with young [...]
What do you do when your child experiences grief or disappointment? Whether they didn't get what they wanted or if they've lost a loved one, it can be hard to know how to help your child. This session will cover different levels of child development and tools you can use to help them manage the […]
Join us virtually as we read aloud to the children and learn about the benefits of this fun and easy activity. Different stories will be featured each week. This is a free event! This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention […]
What is attachment and why is it important? Our discussion and exploration of attachment theory will give you a better understanding of this important aspect of parenting for strong, healthy children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
Everybody has a parenting style, what’s yours? This FREE workshop will help parents/ caregivers identity their own parenting style as well as the style of their co-parent/ caregiver and will help participants find ways to align those parenting styles in ways that benefit children. This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a […]
Being a parent requires us to have many skills and abilities that we did not even know we needed! Join us to learn about how to fill your parental toolbox with strategies for dealing with those challenging child and adolescent moments. This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a […]
What is Adventurous Play? What does it look like? This workshop will explore definitions and types of risky play and what that looks like for young children. We will learn how risk-taking play can expand children's healthy development as well as build strong foundations for exploring and learning about their world. This is a Family […]
How do we promote active play? Invite your children (ages 2-8) as we use materials from our homes and learn how to move our bodies to stay active! This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and […]
Children begin to understand gender from an early age. In this workshop, parents or caregivers will learn and discuss how gender, parenting styles, and expectations influence your child's social-emotional development. This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services […]
This virtual workshop will look at the link between strong emotions and impulsive behaviour in children. Facilitators will share information to build understanding around what drives challenging behaviour and some different ways to respond. This program is free! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers […]
Did you know your child can also be stressed just like any of us? During this session, we will explore different types of stresses children experience and how it affects their development. This program is free! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers […]
As a parent we have all kinds of real and perceived expectations, some that we are able to meet and others that we can’t or won’t which can bring us all kinds of parental guilt. In this parent chat, we are going to talk about those places where we feel guilt and learn strategies for […]
How can we help our children to cope during these times of change? This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with practical and easy strategies for helping our children manage their stressors. This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services […]
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! STEAM curriculum has been booming in schools, but did you know we can teach STEAM to our little ones as well? This workshop will explore different ways to introduce STEAM to our children during the early years and how we can support cognitive development! This is a Family Resource […]
Did you know that the internet is where teens first learn about intimate relationships? This workshop will explore how we can keep our teens safe from the risks in the internet world and ways we can support our teens to engage in healthy relationships. This is a free workshop brought to you by the YW […]
Did you ever question why there is only one way to learn when you were in school? Did it work for you? Did you know there is more than one way of learning? Come join us in exploring different types and styles of learning and approaches to support your child's learning style! This is a […]
Learn how to use empathy and connecting words to build a strong attachment with your child. These skills truly are the life-long key of being emotionally healthy. The whole family will benefit! This is a FREE workshop brought to you by the Family Resource Network. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative service delivery network […]
Integrating the Upstairs Brain and the Downstairs Brain. Come join us for our book club series! If you’ve missed last chapter, don’t worry. We will catch you up. This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families […]
Ever wonder what your teenager is thinking? Or why they are behaving in such a way? Come join us to learn about teenage brain development and investigate together! This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and […]
Are you new to brain science and child development? Do you have a little one, and want to better understand their brain development? This session is for you. We will be covering three developmental stages: infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Come and learn about your child’s brain development during these crucial years and how you help […]
How do we promote active play? Invite your children (ages 2-8) as we use materials from our homes and learn how to move our bodies to stay active! This is a FREE Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and […]
Because social distancing doesn’t mean you are alone in this: Come meet other parents in Calgary who are also going through the same challenges you are! Bring a coffee or snack and join us for a virtual meet, greet & chat. We are collaborating with Immigrant Services Calgary and we have great offers such as […]
How do we navigate boundaries with screen time as busy parents? What is too much, what is enough, and how do we learn to engage more meaningfully with our young children? Join us as we collaborate with the Calgary Pregnancy Care Centre to learn more about this relevant topic! This is a FREE Family Resource […]
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