THINGS TO DO | #COCHRANETOGETHER | COCHRANE.CA | JAN 21 - FEB 4 BABIES, TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS (ages 0-5) BOOKWORMS AND SONGBIRDS Join us for a virtual story time followed by fun and interactive songs. This group is open to bookworms and songbirds of all ages! Book of the week will be posted on fb.com/cochraneFRN Date
Time
Watch
Wed Jan 20
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87469747452
Wed Jan 27
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87469747452
Wed Feb 3
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87469747452
PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (zoom password: PPV3WW) Tune in for storytime fun and songs to get your little ones moving and grooving! Drop in. Register for a craft package every second Thursday.* cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
ADULTS Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide INVESTMENT BASICS – MAKING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR MONEY Join us for a webinar facilitated by the Credit Counselling Society. Participants will learn about the basic investment vehicles like: RRSP, TFSA and RESP and investment risks, fees and how to look for investment specialists. Online through the Ring Central App. Date
Time
Location
Wed Jan 27
6:30-7:30pm
Ring link sent to registered email
BENEFITS AND CREDITS FOR ALL Join us for an online session facilitated by an Outreach Officer from the Canada Revenue Agency. Session includes: Canada Child Benefit, Child Disability Benefit, Disability Tax Benefit, GST Credit, Canada Workers Benefit and the Climate Action Incentive. Online through Webex.
Date
Time
Watch
Date
Time
Location
*Thu Jan 21
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
Tue Feb 2
1-2pm
Webex link sent to registered email
Thu Jan 28
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
*Thu Feb 4
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
EYE SPY GAME (DROP IN) Develop your child’s problem-solving and communication skills by joining us for a fun eye spy game. We will start with songs and dance and play eye spy! All ages are welcome to join! Date
Time
Watch
Tue Jan 19
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89894373990
Tue Jan 26
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89894373990
Tue Feb 2
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89894373990
SUPER HERO MUSIC PARTY WITH BRIGHT AND BEAMING (DROP IN) (zoom password: 292071) Join Crystal with Bright and Beaming music classes for a fun-filled morning! Dress up as your favourite super hero and join us for songs and dance. Date
Time
Watch
Fri Jan 29
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82262445483
PARENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide PARENT COFFEE AND CONNECT (DROP IN) Join other parents and caregivers for virtual conversation and connection. A family support worker will be present to guide conversation and answer any questions. Date
Time
Watch
Fri Jan 22
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87232278391
Fri Feb 5
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87232278391
COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (REGISTERED) Join us for an online casual cafe, where you can meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and connect with other parents on the topics of pregnancy and a variety of parenting topics. Date
Time
Location
Thu Jan 28
1-2:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
65 SIDE HUSTLES Join us for a webinar facilitated by the Credit Counselling Society. Participants will explore various side hustle ideas and learn how to use their expertise when deciding what to pursue to reach their financial goals. Online through the Ring Central App. Date
Time
Location
Wed Feb 3
6:30-7:30pm
Ring link sent to registered email
COMPASS FOR THE CAREGIVER (4 WEEKS) Do you assist a family member or friend living with challenges resulting from a disability, illness or aging? If you said yes, you are a caregiver. Join us for a four-week program including the balancing act, managing stress, navigating the system and more. Register with Tracy: 403-851-2250. Cost: $20. Date
Time
Location
Tue Feb 9-Mar 2
6-8pm
Link sent to registered email
CAPACITY FOR ORGANIZATIONS Register by noon the day before the session. START WITH WHY: THE HOW-TOS OF PROGRAM DESIGN Whether you are looking to improve an existing program or to create a new one, this workshop will guide you through the six phases of program design, ensuring that your program is built on sound research and best practices. Date
Time
Watch
Mon Jan 18
1:30-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
Tue Jan 28
6:30-8pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
CREATING AN EFFECTIVE VOLUNTEER MANUAL Why have a volunteer manual? What goes into an effective volunteer manual? Learn to put handbooks to use in your volunteer organization. Date
Time
Watch
Wed Jan 20
12-1pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
Wed Jan 27
7-8pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
DEVELOPING SCREENING POLICIES AND ASSESSING RISK Learn the basics of policy development and how to identify potential risks and liabilities as it relates to volunteer screening. Facilitated by Volunteer Alberta. Register: www.eventbrite.ca/o/volunteer-alberta-103100688 Promo Code: Cochrane2021 Date
MENTAL HEALTH TIP Try a meditation app like Headspace or Calm to help with anxiety and stress. Happify and Moodfit are also great apps to help boost your overall mental wellbeing.
Time
Tue Jan 26 12-1pm OR 7-8pm
Watch Link sent to registered email
More info and to register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
CAPACITY FOR ORGANIZATIONS continued
COCHRANE PUBLIC LIBRARY cochranepubliclibrary.ca
Register by noon the day before the session. BOARD GOVERNANCE PART I & II This workshop will give you an overview of organizational planning and financial responsibilities, tips for building strong relationships, effective meetings, making the most of committees and creating an effective structure to ensure work gets done. Note: this workshop does not include strategic planning. This is a two-part series and cannot be taken separately. Date
Time
Watch
Mon Feb 1 & Tue Feb 2
1:30-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
OLDER ADULTS FREE HOME-BASED SESSIONS FOR 50+ ADULTS Join us for online sessions you can do at home. We’ll help you get started once you register — all you need is a computer or smart phone with an internet connection and sound. Must register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide ZUMBA GOLD WITH ALISON: REGISTER WEEKLY OR MONTHLY Zumba Gold has pacing to suit the needs of active older adults, with zesty music and easy-to-follow moves! Can be modified to be done from a chair. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Jan 21
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Thu Jan 28
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Thu Feb 4
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
GENTLE YOGA WITH JILL: REGISTER WEEKLY OR MONTHLY Gentle, methodical movements designed to enhance flexibility, strength and balance through safe, softer stretches. Sturdy chair required. Date
Time
Watch
Tue Jan 26
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Tue Feb 2
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
QIGONG WITH JILL ALLEN Qigong is a simple and effective method for optimal health, wellness and happiness that incorporates simple movements along with breath, sound and visualization. Class is followed by a guided meditation. Date
Time
Watch
Wed Jan 27
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Mon Feb 1
6:30-7:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
NEW WELLNESS LENDING LIBRARY Happy Lights, exercise equipment, indoor games (including shuffleboard and croquet!) and much more to help you and your family achieve your wellness goals! Find out more: cochranepubliclibrary.ca/Special-Equipment/Wellness-Lending-Library TEEN WRITERS (ONLINE) Jan 21-Apr 15, 4-4:30PM We want to help YOU finish that story you’ve been working on! Join us as we chat through writing strategies, provide feedback on your drafts, and work towards completing your story. At the end, the Library will bind your work in a hardcover copy for you to keep! TAROT FOR SELF-REFLECTION (ADULT ONLINE PROGRAM) Jan 19-Mar 30, 2-3PM Over the course of the program we will be exploring each of the cards and the meaning that they have to each individual reader. Discussion will be focused on shared thoughts and imagery and how each individual connects to the card. We will also learn new tarot spreads that will help jump start meditations and reflections. KIDS WRITERS GROUPS, GENEALOGY AND MORE VIRTUAL PROGRAMS! We are starting our virtual program series soon! Visit cochranepubliclibrary.ca/Events to see a full listing!
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CONNECT WITH THE COMMUNITY – SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ALZHEIMER SOCIETY WORKSHOPS Join the Alzheimer Society of Calgary for free online dementia-specific learning and tips for caregivers. Each session includes Q&A. Register at alzheimercalgary.ca/learn/attend-a-session or by calling 403-290-0110. Topic
Date
Time
Talking about Dementia with Dr. David Hogan
Wed Jan 27
6:30-8:00pm
Women and Dementia
Thu Jan 28
6-7:30pm
Caregiver Strategies
Wed Feb 10
10-11:30am
WE CARE ABOUT YOU!
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL BGCCA VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES.
CONNECT WITH THE COMMUNITY – SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES VOLUNTEER FROM HOME OR IN THE COMMUNITY Look for a local volunteer opportunity whether it be volunteering from your home or in the community. Visit: cochrane.ca/Volunteering
NEED HELP? SOCIAL SUPPORT AGENCIES IN COCHRANE AND AREA ARE HERE FOR YOU
FOOD: Cochrane Activettes Food Bank Iyahrhe Nakoda Food Bank Veterans Food Bank (food and other resources)
403-851-2250 403-881-2766 403-975-9676
SUPPORT LINES: Cochrane Family and Community Support Service (FCSS) Cochrane & Area Victim Services Cochrane Family Resource Network Distress Centre Crisis Support (24hr)
403-851-2250 403-851-8055 403-851-2265 403-266-4357
Hope for Wellness Help Line Indigenous Crisis Support (24hr) Helping Hands Kids Help Phone (24hr) Access Mental Health - Alberta Health Services Big Hill Haven – Domestic Violence Support
1-855-242-3310 587-580-9448 1-800-668-6868 1-877-652-4700 403-796-6564
Boys and Girls Club of Cochrane and Area Youth Support - Ages 12-22 Turning Point Stoney Health Services Stoney Tribal Security RCMP Non-Emergency
403-618-3149 403-881-2877 403-881-2791 403-932-2211
FINANCIAL SUPPORT: Government of Canada Income Support
1-833-966-2099
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 cares.glideapp.io
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