Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
THINGS TO DO FEB 24-MAR 31
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON) PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (AGES 3-5, PARENTED) Come play and explore the interactive activities to promote your child’s cognitive, social/emotional and physical development. This is a great opportunity for your preschoolers to develop preschool and kindergarten readiness skills.
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON) TODDLERS IN TOW (WALKING-36MOS, PARENTED) At this high energy group, parents and toddlers enjoy simple crafts, sensory tables and all kinds of toys! At the end of each group, families wind down with rhymes and singing. Date
Time
Location
Mondays
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
BABY STEPS (PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED) Join us and connect with parents while babies explore new activities, songs and interact with other babies. Date
Time
Location
Tuesdays
9:30-11am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
GRANDPARENTS GROUP (AGES BIRTH-6, PARENTED) Are you a grandparent with grandchildren ages birth-6 years old? Then this program is for you! Join us to play, visit, share information and connect with other grandparents in your community! Date
Time
Location
Wednesdays
9:3010:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
BEAUPRE COUNRY CONNECTIONS (AGES BIRTH-6, PARENTED) Join us for a play-based program with a country twist! You’ll enjoy riding toys, crafts, and an interactive circle time.
Date
Time
Location
Thursdays
9:3010:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
PARENT/GUARDIAN EDUCATION PROGRAMS Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide Zoom link will be sent out at the time of registration. COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (REGISTERED, VIRTUAL) Meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and a registered AHS Dietician to connect with other parents on the topics of pregnancy, nutrition, labour and birth, breastfeeding and feeding your baby, infant sleep, newborn care transition to parenthood and early parenting. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Mar 10 & 24
9:30-11am
Zoom link sent to registered email
DISCUSSION GROUP: MANAGING FIGHTING AND AGGRESSION (REGISTERED, VIRTUAL) Join an accredited Triple P practitioner online for practical information and strategies to help your child manage fighting and aggression. Suitable for parents with children ages 3-5. Date
Time
Watch
Tue Mar 8
1:30-3:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
DISCUSSION GROUP: HASSEL FREE MEALTIME (REGISTERED, VIRTUAL) Join an accredited Triple P practitioner online for practical information and strategies around mealtimes. Suitable for parents with children ages 3-5.
Date
Time
Location
Date
Time
Watch
Wed Mar 16
10-11:30am
Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Rd.
Tue Mar 22
1:30-3:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
LIL’ EXPLORERS (AGES BIRTH-6, PARENTED) If you are a parent of a child with a disability then this program is for you! Join us to play, visit, share information and connect with other families on a similar journey. This is a safe and fun setting outside the home for you, your aide, OT, PT, SLP or psychologist. Date
Time
Location
Wednesdays
1:302:45pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MENTAL HEALTH TIP There is no right or wrong way to build self-esteem. Your inner compass will help to guide you. You can start by talking kindly to yourself and trusing yourself.
FCSS: 403-851-2250 FRN: 403-851-2265 cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
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THINGS TO DO
COCHRANE.CA/PROGRAMGUIDE
FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES (FCSS)
COMMUNITY WELL-BEING Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide COMMUNITY HELPERS PROGRAM - 18yrs+ (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) Contribute to the mental well-being of your community by becoming a Community Helper. Learn helping skills, self-care for helpers, mental health and suicide awareness. Certificate program funded by Alberta Health Services. This course is a pre-requisite for the upcoming subsidized Mental Health First Aid course. Date
Time
Watch
Tue-Thu Mar 1-3
12-1pm OR
Online link sent to registered email
Mon Mar 17
9am-12pm
Online link sent to registered email
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID - 18yrs+ (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) Learn how to help when someone experiences a decline in their mental well-being or has a mental health or substance use crisis. Certificate course from the Mental Health Commission of Canada. Subsidized by the Community Helpers Program. Two hours of self-study material required before course start. Date
Time
Watch
Tue-Wed Apr 5-6
8:30am - 12:30pm
Online link sent to registered email
INTERESTED IN YOUR CHILD’S DEVELOPMENT? Complete an ASQ online today! The ASQ:3 and ASQ:SE are simple questionnaires that you can fill out in the comfort of your home! Our Family Support Workers will provide additional learning activities once completed. https://www.asqonline.com/ family/11c6f3
FEB 24-MAR 31
PROGRAMMING FOR 50+ SENIORS’ CENTRE WITHOUT WALLS Programs include games, exercise classes, meditation, nutrition, book clubs, coffee chats and more. Open to adults 55+ accross Alberta. To register call 780-395-2626 or for more information visit: www.edmontonsouthsidepcn.ca/scww/ Free, Join by phone or Zoom.
SENIORS ON THE BOW (SOTB) Join us in March for: • Games Day - Sat, Mar 5, 1pm • Jubilations - Tue, Mar 8, 9:30am • Hot Lunch - Fri, Mar 18, 12:30pm • AHS Speaker (Conversation Matters Series) - Mon, Mar 14, 3:30pm Monday Mov Exercise Programs ies are back! • Yoga - Tue, 10am Mondays at 1 • Qigong - Wed, 10am :15pm Members - F • Gentle Yoga - Thu, 10:30am ree & Non-Members - $3 Drop in Fee: Members - $5 | Non-Members - $7 New Regularly Scheduled Programs • Belly Dancing - Mon, 10am • Jammers are back! - Wed, 1:30pm • Coffee & Conversation - Thu, 10am Drop in Fee: Members - $2 | Non-Members - $3
AGM Apr 5, 2-4pm Welcome new Board Memb ers!
Please visit, email or call for details about programs and events! 9am-3pm, Mon-Fri Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, Second floor | Call: 403-932-6002 Check out our monthly calendar and newsletter at: www.cochrane.ca/sotb
WE CARE ABOUT YOU!
WE HAVE AN APP THAT CAN HELP! COCHRANE & AREA RESOURCES & ESSENTIAL SERVICES (CARES) Connect with services and resources, get assistance and find ways to have fun. Download the app or visit: www.cochranecares.com
THINGS TO DO
COCHRANE.CA/PROGRAMGUIDE
FEB 24-MAR 31
Cochrane Connect Card
Improving access to a variety of services & programs at a reduced rate. The Cochrane Connect Card provides a discount for low income individuals and families to access multiple community programs and services. Visit www.cochrane.ca/connectcard or call for the full list of businesses/organizations and discounts available. What are the requirements for the program? Eligibility is based on your income. You will be asked to provide the following: • Proof of income for all adult household members; Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment or Income Support. • Proof of address within the Town of Cochrane and surrounding area; mortgage agreement, lease agreement or current bill. How do I apply for the program? Call to book an appointment with a Resource Worker: • If you have children ages 0-18, call: Cochrane & Area Family Resource Network (FRN) at 403-851-2265. 127 First Ave W, Cochrane, www.cochrane.ca/FRN • If you are an individual, family with children 18+, older adult or rural resident call: Cochrane Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) at 403-851-2250, 1, 209 Second Ave W, Cochrane, www.cochrane.ca/FCSS
Attend the online Cochrane Job Fair! All inquiries please email jennifer.dost@prospectnow.ca
COCHRANE PUBLIC LIBRARY cochranepubliclibrary.ca
ON DEMAND TUTORS OR CAREER COACHES The Cochrane Public Library is proud to subscribe to BrainFuse Help Now where students studying the Alberta curriculum in K to 12 can access online help from 2-11pm daily. Chat live with a tutor and create your own study tools and flashcards and games. Support for adult learners is also available, whether you are going back to school, switching jobs, or brushing up on your skills. Log on now: https://cochranepubliclibrary.ca/Books-Videos-More/ Homework-Help LET’S GO LEGO - SATURDAYS 11AM-12PM Thanks to the generous support of the Totem Charitable Foundation and the Bow Rivers Edge Campground Society, we have TONS of new and exciting LEGO sets for you to explore! Drop in Saturdays (all ages) to come and experience the fun of LEGO!
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