Camrose Family

Resource Centre
Association
- A Parent Link Centre -

Phone: 672-0141
cdss8@telus.net
www.camrosefrc.com

Spring 2016
Even though we have had a beautiful winter (if you like no snow), its
great to see Spring and Summer in our horizons. The days get longer
and the sun gets stronger. We love this!

Camrose Family Resource

Centre Events Calendar
Registration for Spring
Programs - Saturday March 19,
2016 10:00-2:00 p.m.

Easter Break - closed from

March 25 - 28 - not open
Saturday

May Long Weekend

Centre closed May 21 to 23.
Not open Saturday.

Mommies Night Out

Fundraiser - April 8 @ 7 p.m.

Used Book Sale - July 1st at

the Centre

MAY 14 WILL BE THE

LAST SATURDAY WE
ARE OPEN
UNTIL THE FALL

As Spring nears, its time for our Spring Registration

Day. This happens on March 19 at 10 a.m. Please
ensure that you dont leave a message prior to 10am,
as we do not have the ability to access them. Please
drop by or call.
We have some new programs for this spring, Fairy Tale Adventures,
Art in the Park and Dadurday.
In other exciting news...Wilme Hilchie, who has been running evening
programs is taking a bit of a leave but we hope to have her return in
the fall or winter after having another bundle of joy! Wishing you all
the best Wilme and family!!
Our Annual Used Book sale happens on July 1 in front of the
Centre. If you have gently used books to donate, please let us bring
them to the Centre. We would love to have them. Plan to attend the
Book sale. All items are by donation.
Attention Coffee and Tea Drinkers: For a long time we have had
a no beverages in the Indoor Playground. We are easing up on this
and allowing beverages with a secure lid into the play space. Please
clean up any messes that may happen or let a staff know. We want
you to enjoy the space.
We are having our Second Annual Mommies Night Out on Friday,
April 8, @ 7:00 p.m. at the Canadian Brewhouse. Tickets are
available now. Cost is $25 per ticket. This includes supper, a drink
and a chance at some awesome prizes.

Drop in Ball Time

in the Indoor Soccer Field
Monday through Friday 11:00 - 12:00
Free of Charge!

Lastly, if you are interested in getting involved in our organization,

please let a staff know. We have many opportunities for you to be
involved.

Reminder: Registration for fall programs is Saturday, March 19, 2016 from
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registrations will be taken until programs are full.

Indoor Playground Drop In times

Monday

11:30am - 4:30pm

Tuesday

8:30a.m. - 4:30pm

Wednesday

8:30am - 4:30pm

Thursday

8:30am - 4:30pm

Friday

8:30am - 4:30pm

Saturday

10:00am - 2:00pm

(ending May 14 Closed on long weekends)

What you will experience at our indoor preschool play space?

Equipped with a climbing structure, dramatic play centres, baby centre with a full mirror, trucks, blocks,
toy tables with various themed activities and a whole lot more. The space is free to visit, we do ask that
you sign in each time you visit and tidy up before you leave.

Discovery Room Drop In times

Monday

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Tuesday

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Wednesday

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Thursday

11:30am - 4:30pm

Friday

8:30am - 4:30pm

Saturday

10:00am - 2:00pm

(ending May 14 Closed on long weekends)

What you will experience in our Discovery Room?

The room is a great space to allow your child to be creative, explore different sensory activities, build a
puzzle, or get comfy with a book. The craft cupboard is always full of various types of crafts, fresh play
dough/gak/goop and free play materials. This is the room to have your snacks, beverages or picnic.

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Triple P at our Centre in the Spring

We are offering several ways to access Triple P this spring. All sessions are being held at our
Centre.
1. Discussion Group for parents of children 0 to 12 on Saturday, April 30. Two sessions will
be offered in one day. Attend both or only one.

Dealing With Disobedience: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Hassle Free Shopping: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

2. Parenting Seminar for parents of children 0 to 12 on April 11, 18 and 25. Attend all
one or two.

The Power of Positive Parenting: April 11, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Raising Confident, Competent Children: April 18, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Raising Resilient Children: April 25, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

3. Level 4 Group for parents of children 0 to 12 starting April 20, 27, May 4, 11 and June 1
from 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
4. Drop In at the Centre for one on one - anytime

Please call the Centre or drop in to access one on one support. This can include
one or two meetings with a practitioner or more longer term meetings.
Please review more information in the schedule portion of the
newsletter.
As well, you can always drop in and see one on one sessions.

Struggles with Mealtimes with your little ones?

Is your child a picky eater? Does the dinner table often turn into a battlefield? If you have
ever experienced mealtime struggles when feeding your child this session is for you! Join a
discussion with other parents, a pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) and a Registered
Dietitian (RD) to explore the many reasons behind mealtime struggles
and find strategies that will help your child and family.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS A MUST
Where: Our Centre
When: Wednesday, April 13 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Childcare is available but must be identified at least 2 days before.

Parent Link Centre Facts

Did you know
1. Parent Link Centres began as an initiative in 2004 with 4 Centres. There are now 56
Centres serving over 188 communities. Camrose has been a Parent Link Centre since the
beginning.
2. Parent Link Centres are to provide services and programs in 5 core service areas (we call
them pillars). These include:
A) Early Learning and Care - this encompasses programs that provide experiences and
play based learning for parents and children together. Examples of this would be Fuzzy
Pickles, Messy Madness, etc.
B) Family Support - this is the pillar that speaks to supporting families. This could be a
Toy Library, counselling services, collective kitchens, and opportunities for parents to meet,
like the Indoor Playground.
C) Parent Education - examples of this would be speakers at playgroups, Triple P, or
any other gathering with parents on specific topics.
D) ASQ and ASQ-SE screening - parents are offered the ASQ and the ASQ-SE to have a
developmental check in with their child.
E) Information and Referral - The purpose of this pillar is to help connect parents with
any information they may need, whether that is a referral to another agency, a pamphlet
on a specific topic, etc.
Triple P is the evidence based program that we use for Parent Education. Triple P is used and
offered in all Parent Link Centres in Alberta.

Did you know

The Camrose Family Resource Centre is the Parent Link Centre. Sometimes
parents are confused by this. The Camrose Family Resource Centre has
been around since 1996. In 2004, we were given the opportunity to receive
funds to offer Parent Link Centre services. Sometimes this is confusing,
but the Camrose Family Resource Centre offers Parent Link Centre services.

Q. What do you call a rabbit with fleas?

A. Bugs Bunny!

Q. Why shouldnt you tell an Easter egg a joke?

A. It might crack up!

Camrose Family Resource Centre - A Parent

Link Centre Spring 2016 Schedule
PROGRAMS AND PLAYGROUPS FOR FAMILIES/ CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN 0 TO 5 years old
Facilitated groups provide a great opportunity for parents with young children to meet other parents,
access information and resources, while spending quality time with their children.

Programs for Families with Infants & Toddlers

Programs

Curious Cuties
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Age Group

Dates

Time

Location

This program for parents is to have an enjoyable social time with other families, discuss baby related
topics and to be introduced to various community resources and programs. You will learn songs,
rhymes and other developmental activities to do with your babies!

Age Group
0-12 months

Fridays:

9:00 - 10:00 am

Camrose Public Health

April 01, 08, 15, 22, 29, May 06, 13,

20, 27, June, 10, 17, 24

(5510 - 46 Ave)

No session June 03

MUM-ba is a fusion of fitness and dance class for parents with babies able to be worn in a carrier.

Mum-ba
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

You will have fun, get a great workout, and meet other families.
* Please bring indoor running shoes, a carrier and a blanket or yoga mat.
Age Group
6 weeks as
long as the
baby can be in
a carrier

Tuesdays:

10:00 - 11:00 am

April 05, 12,19, 26

Recreation Centre
4512 - 53 Street
Meeting room #1
upstairs

With Infant Massage we use touch, our first language, to enhance our expression of love, caring and
Infant Massage
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

respect to aid in the bonding process. Infant massage assists in the growth and development of baby's
body, mind and spirit. In addition, it can bring relief to complaints of colic, constipation, respiratory
disorders and sleeping difficulties. Pre-registration is a must!!
Age Group
3 weeks to
pre-crawling

Little Fingers
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Mondays:

10:00 - 11:00 am

May 30, June 06, 13, 20

Camrose Public Library,

Irving Room

Learning through crafts and play come join us for some fun in the Discovery Room. We will be having
fun with some different sensory tables, crafts, story and a snack. Things can often be messy and wet so
please bring your child an extra set of clothes if you are worried about this. Weather permitted we may
be outside one or more of these sessions

Age Group
18 months
5 years

Tuesdays:
April 05, 12, 19, 26

10:00 -11:15 am

Camrose Community
Centre
Discovery Room

Programs for Families with Preschoolers - Day

Programs

Art in the Park

Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Age group

Age Group
3- 5 years of
age

Fuzzy Pickles in the

Park
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Messy Madness
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

A Hand-made
Mothers & Fathers

Dates

Time

Location

Lets explore various art projects while enjoying natures beauty through childrens eyes. ** Please wear
play clothes as things can get messy**

Thursdays:

10:00 - 11:00 am

May 12, 19, 26

Jubliee Park,
51A Street, South of
47 Avenue
If inclement weather we
will meet at the centre

For families with children 18 months-5 years old, there will be a different theme each week as we
encourage development and enhance your childs play through songs, rhymes, crafts and more! Snack is
included.
Age Group
18 months
5 years

Tuesdays:

10:00 - 11:15 am

May 10, 17, 24, 31

Victoria Park 54 Ave.

and 62 Street.
If inclement weather we
will meet at the centre

Come play and get messy!!! Cool and Creative theme based Messy Play Activities are provided each
week. Please have your child dressed in PLAY clothes

Age Group

Mondays:

2 1/2 5 years

April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9

1:30 - 2:30 pm

Camrose Community
Centre
Discovery Room

Handmade gifts are the best kind, particularly when they're made by children and then given to
someone special. Come and enjoy spending cherished time with your child/ren creating Mothers &
Fathers Day keepsakes.

Day
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Outdoor Adventures

Age Group

Thursday:

18 months
5 years

Mothers Day May 05

10:00 - 11:30 am

Discovery Room &

Room 230

Fathers Day: June 16

Come join us outside on the grass in front of the Camrose Community Centre. We will provide two
weeks of surprise activities. Snack will be included. Please bring sunscreen or bug spray as needed.
If the weather does not permit us to be outside, we will meet in the Centre.

Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10am

Age Group
18 months
5 years

Tuesdays:
June 7, 14

10:00 - 11:30 am

Camrose Community
Centre, Green Space
outside

Programs for Families with Preschoolers - Evening

Programs
Fairy tale
Adventures
EVENINGS
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Lil Chefs
EVENINGS
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

Age group

Dates

Time

Location

Join us for an exploration of classic fairy tales. Learn how to make stories come alive by engaging in
imaginative play and creating an interactive story experience. Snack is included.

Age Group
3 - 6 years of
age

Wednesday Evenings:

6:30 - 7:30 pm

April 6, 13, 20, 27

Indoor Playground and

Discovery Room

Enjoy an evening of cooking and baking with your little ones. We will be making healthy and yummy
treats that are healthy and yummy! Please let us know if you or your child have any allergies.

Age Group
3 - 6 years of
age

Tuesday Evenings:

6:15 - 7:15 pm

May 03, 10, 17, 24

Indoor Playground and

Discovery Room

Drop In Programs for families with Children 0-6 years

Wednesday
Morning Drop In
Playgroup

Come join us for active play in the soccer field as well as songs, finger plays, nursery rhymes, stories
and a themed craft or activity. Parents please bring your childs snacks, water and indoor shoes.

No registration required.
Just drop in.
All ages
welcome

Friday
Morning Drop In
Playgroup
No registration required.
Just drop in.

Monday
Pop-up Playgroup
No registration required.
Just drop in.

Every Wednesday:

10:00 - 11:30 am

April 06 June 15

Community Centre
Indoor soccer field &
Discovery Room

Come join us for fun physical active play as well as songs, finger plays, and nursery rhymes!
Parents please bring water and indoor shoes.

All ages
welcome

Every Friday:

10:00 - 11:00 am

April 01, 8, 15, 22, 29,

May 6, 13, 20, 27

Community Centre
Indoor soccer field

Come join us for a pop up playgroup where we will join songs, finger rhymes, stories and a themed craft
or activity. You never know what youll discover at a pop up playgroup!

All ages
welcome

Mondays:
May 30, June 6, 13, 20

10:30 - 11:00 am

Community Centre
Indoor playground and
Discovery Room

Parents Programs - Good-bye meal time struggles

Goodbye Mealtime
Struggles
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

MUST
PRE-REGISTER

Is your child a picky eater? Does the dinner table often turn into a battlefield? If you have ever
experienced mealtime struggles when feeding your child this session is for you! Join a discussion with
other parents, a pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) and a Registered Dietitian (RD) to explore the
many reasons behind mealtime struggles and find strategies that will help your child and family.

Camrose
Community
Centre

Wednesday April 13

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

**Childcare is
available but MUST
be registered at
least 2 days before.
**

Parents Programs - Me time for moms

Me time for Mom
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

MUST
PRE-REGISTER

Moms can come and enjoy time together with other moms discussing topics that are relevant to their
life and learn self care strategies. Self care strategies will include pampering, relaxation skills, art and
basic cooking for your children. Coffee and a light breakfast is provided.
Camrose
Community
Church

Thursdays:

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

April 7,14,21,28, May 5,12,19, & 26

**Childcare is available but
MUST be registered at least
2 days before. **

Please email Kari

@
cdss18@telus.net
to register or for
any questions

Parents Programs - Dadurday fun

Dadurday Fun
Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

MUST
PRE-REGISTER

Mud, Adventure, Kids and Dads, sound like fun?* moms book your alone time now*
Join us on the green space outside the community centre for a morning of dad time, with building,
exploring, and laughing.
** You will need to bring one, printed photo of each child, close up photo, please**
Camrose
Community
Centre Green
Space outside
Weather
Permitting, if
inclement
weather arises
Room 230

Saturdays:

10:00 - 12:00 noon

May 7, and 14

* Snack provided *

Please email Krista

@
cdss15@telus.net
for any questions

Parents Programs - Triple P parenting program

Programs

Extra info

Dates

Time

Location

Parenting Seminar
Series For Parents of
Children 0-12

Triple P Seminars are for large groups of parents possibly 20 or more. It's an informal

The Power of Positive

Parenting: April 11

can choose to do one, two or all three seminars. They deal with the most common parenting

Raising Confident,
Competent Children:
April 18

younger.

presentation, a little like a public forum. There are three seminars in the Triple P series: The Power
of Positive Parenting; Raising Confident, Competent Children; and Raising Resilient Children. You
issues we all face. These courses would be of interest to parents of children 12 years of age and

Mondays:

Raising Resilient
Children: April 25

Level 4 Group
Triple P for Parents
of Children 0-12

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

April 11, 18, 25

Camrose
Community Centre
Room 230

Group Triple P is a great opportunity to meet other parents in similar situations other parents who'll
support you and share stories with you. From the start, you'll be given tips and suggestions to fit the
needs of your family. You'll see scenes from the Every Parent's Survival Guide DVD, which show you
how the ideas work in real life. And your workbook will give you the tools and information you need to
start positive parenting right away at home. Your Triple P provider will guide you every step of the way
and even provide backup phone support as you put your new skills into practice.
Please call the Centre to see if Group Triple P might be right for you and your family.
**Childcare is
available but
MUST be
registered at
least
2 days
before. **

Wednesday - Evenings

6:15 - 8:15 p.m.

April 20, 27, May 04, 11 and June 01

Camrose
Community Centre,
Room 231

Discussion Group for

Parents of Children
0-12

In a relaxed group session, your provider will give you tips and suggestions for dealing with your

Dealing with
Disobedience:
9:30 11:30 am

group, if you wish to. You'll also be given a take-home workbook with simple exercises and

child's problem behavior. You'll see short video clips showing other parents successfully dealing
with the same issue and you'll be encouraged to share your thoughts with the other parents in the
information to help you try your new strategies at home. You are welcome to attend one
discussion or all of them.

&
Hassle Free Shopping:
1:30-3:30pm

**Lunch is
available but
MUST
pre- register
**

Saturday
April 30

9:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Camrose
Community Centre
Room 231

Triple P - Tip
By Professor Matt Sanders

Are you stressed?

Sometimes it seems like the demands and stresses of parenting just

keep building up! But there are things you can do to get life back under control.

Think about what makes you feel stressed each day. If you lower these everyday stresses,
it will be easier to deal calmly with your children. It will also make it easier to cope with
those unexpected things, like illness.

For some parents it just seems like there is too much to do each day. You might need to
make some changes to your lifestyle. Talk to your partner about ways to change your
routine or share the workload.

Call on friends and family you trust if you want some extra help. Everyone needs a little
support now and then so there's no reason to feel guilty about asking them to mind the
kids or to have a coffee with you.

For other parents, the hour after everyone comes home from school and work is the most
stressful part of the day. Put a good routine in place where each person knows what they
need to do. This will help your evenings to run smoothly.

Finally, you should always take some time for yourself to relax or do something you enjoy.
Even 30 minutes a day can be enough to help you feel refreshed. Regular exercise and a
healthy lifestyle help too.

Triple P's Five Steps to Positive Parenting

"Take care of yourself as a parent" is one of Triple P's Five steps to positive parenting. Find out about
the others and how they can make parenting easier. Here are more hot parenting topics to get you
thinking about how to take care of yourself as a parent:

Juggling work and family

Team parents argue less

For more information http://www.triplep-parenting.net/alb-en/positiveparenting/take-care-of-yourself/are-you-stressed/

Professor Matt Sanders is founder of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program .

To find out more about Triple P in Alberta go to
www.triplep-staypositive.net or talk to any of the staff at our Centre.

Camrose Family Resource Centre - A Parent Link

Centre

Rural Spring 2016 Schedule

PROGRAMS AND PLAYGROUPS FOR FAMILIES/ CAREGIVERS OF CHILDREN 0 TO 5yrs
DROP IN facilitated playgroups for families with songs, stories, finger plays and crafts. A great opportunity for
parents with young children to meet other parents, access information and resources, while spending quality time
with their children. Triple P support is also available at all rural playgroups.

Programs

Location

Bashaw
Monkey Business

Bashaw Public
Library

Dates

Time

Fee/Contact

Wednesdays

10:00 - 11:30 a m.

Contact Kim at
(780) 672-0141

(the 1st & 3rd of each month)

April 06, 20, May 04, 18,
June 01, 15
Every Thursday

Bawlf

Parents bring their

Bawlf
Lutheran
Church

Group meets every week.

(Parent Link visits on the

10:00 - 12:00 p.m.

1st & 3rd Thursdays)

own snack

Contact April at
(780) 672-0141 for
more
information Bawlf
Playgroup

April 07, 21, May 05, 19

& June 16, 30

LEGO
Kidnection Bawlf

Registration begins on
Saturday, March 19 at
10:00 a.m.

This program is designed to promote positive father involvement, strengthen father/child relationships
and provide an environment which recognizes the parenting abilities of fathers AND all while building
with LEGO. We will be joined by Patrick Dillon from the Alberta Father Involvement Initiative to learn
about the WHYS of fatherhood and how this program can support fathers. Each family will leave with
a LEGO kit to continue the Kidnection at home.
Children are
asked to be 3
years+

Saturday April 16
10:00 - 12:00 p.m.

To register email
April at
cdss13@telus.net

MUST
PRE-REGISTER
Thursdays
Daysland
PLAYgroup

Parents bring their

own snack

Daysland
Alliance
Church

(the 2nd & 4th of each month)

April 14, 28, May 12, 26
June 9 & 23

10:00 - 12:00 p.m.

Contact April at
(780) 672-0141
for more
information
Daysland
Playgroup

Rural Spring Programming Continued ...

Forestburg
PLAY for me and you

Fridays
Forestburg
Public Library

nd

(2

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Contact Krista at
(780) 672 -0141
or email
cdss15@telus.net

10:00 - 12:00 p.m.

$2 per family/visit

th

& 4 Friday of the month)

April 08, 22, May 13, 27
June 10 and 24

Hay Lakes
Parent
Tot Playgroup

Hay Lakes
Our Saviour
Lutheran
Church

Fridays
nd

(2

th

& 4 Friday of the month)

Contact April at
780 672-0141 for
more
information or
Hay Lakes

April 08, 22, May 13, 27

June 10 and 24

Holden
Parent
Nursery

Holden
Community
Hall

Parents bring their

own snack

Killam
Playgroup

Every Tuesday

9:30 - 12:00 p.m.

Group meets every week.

(Parent Link visits on the 2nd &
4th Tuesday.)

Please contact
Krisha
780-688-2488

April 12, 26, May 10, 24 &

June 14

Flagstaff
Family
Resource
Centre Killam
Agriplex

Tuesdays

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

$5 drop in fee

(the 1st & 3rd of each month)

Contact Kareen
for more
information

April 5, 19, May 3, 17

(780) 672-0141

Wednesdays
Lougheed
Playgroup

Lougheed
Community
Hall

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

(only on the 3rd Wednesday of

the month)

For more
information
please phone
Krista
(780) 672-0141

April 20, May 18, June 15

Tuesdays
Lougheed Play,
Learn and Grow
Together

Lougheed
Fieldhouse
(Arena)

(the 2nd & 4th of every month)

April 12, 26, May 10, 24 &
June 14

No fee

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

No fee
For more
information please
telephone
Lorraine
(780) 672-0141

Rural Spring Programming Continued ...

New Norway
Parent
& Tot

Wednesdays
New Norway
Community
Hall

10:00 - 12:00 p.m.

$30/family/year

(the 2nd and 4th of each month)

Round Hill

Fridays

Community
Centre

(the 1st & 3rd of every month)

(No Parent Link on this day)

17

Mondays
Good News
Church

Contact Krista at
(780) 672-0141
or

April 1, 15, May 6, 20,

June 3

Ryley Mystery PLAY

Date

For more
information
New Norway
Parents and Tots
playgroup or
telephone
Krista
780 672-0141

April 13, 27, May 11, 25 and June

08

Parents bring their

own snack

Round Hill Rugrats

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

cdss15@telus.net

10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

(once a month)
April 04, May 02

For more
information
please contact
Kim W
(780) 663-3730

Tofield Kids Spot

Play Group

Tofield
Community
Hall
5309 - 50 St.

Every Tuesday.

9:30 -11:30 a.m.

$3/drop in fee

Group meets every week.

(Parent Link Visits on the 1st and 3rd
Tuesday)

For more
information Kids
Spot Tofield
Playgroup or
Mary-Anne at

April 5, 19, May 10, June 7, 21

780-554-5106

Viking Stay and

Play

Viking
Alliance
Church

Wednesdays
10:30 - 12:00 p.m.
May 4, 11, 18, 25

Pre-registration is
required.
$5 per family, donated back to
the Church

Register by
calling
Viking FCSS
780-336-4024 or
Kareen at
780-672-0141 or
cdss11@telus.net

Ages and Stages Questionnaires - Why screening matters?

Screening celebrates milestones in our children
We offer the Ages and Stages Questionnaire for parents to use, to give themselves a
snapshot of their childs development. The questionnaire will only take 10 15 minutes and
is available in English or Spanish. The ASQ can be completed right at the play group, at home
or over the phone. If you wish to access an ASQ or an ASQ-SE, please ask a staff member to
help you.
Once you receive the appropriate simple questionnaire, you will notice a series of specific
questions related to your childs development. The developmental areas will include:

Fine Motor
Communication
Personal-social
Problem Solving
Gross Motor

Ages and Stages questionnaires are available for

age range of 1 66 months.

The Ages and Stages Questionnaire-SE offers parents a snapshot of their childs development
in the Social Emotional area.
The developmental areas on the ASQ-Se will include:

Self-regulation
Compliance
Social Communication
Adaptive functioning
Autonomy
Affect

Interaction with people

Ages and Stages Social Emotional questionnaires are available
for age range of 1 72 months

Please ask an FRC staff for one at any time,

in the centre or at a rural group.

Annual Used Book Sale

We are collecting books for our Annual Book Sale
If you have any fiction, nonfiction, childrens books or DVDS which are
taking up room on your shelf; we would love to have them. Drop them
off at the Indoor Play ground.
Our book sale is on:
July 01, 2016
at the Community Centre.
Please come by and pick up a new
Book!
This is a CASH only event

Mommies Night Out Annual Fundraiser

Attention all Moms, Grandmas and Aunts
The Camrose Family Resource Centre will be hosting our second Annual
fundraiser Mommies Night Out ion April 8th at the Canadian Brewhouse.
Tickets went on sale Monday, March 7 at 9:00 a.m. and continue to be
available at the Centre. Tickets are $25 and include supper, a drink and a
chance at prizes. Call the Centre for more information.

Triple P Walk-In Service in Viking and Killam

IS THIS YOU?
A child who melts down in the supermarket? One who wont go to bed without a fight? The kid
whos always disobedient, or the one who bites, hits or fights?

Triple P Can Help!

AND ITS COMING TO YOU!
Rural Walk-In Services:
A Triple P Practitioner from the Camrose Family Resource Centre will be coming to the Counties of
Flagstaff and Beaver, to provide consultation and support services in YOUR community!
Triple P is an evidence based program that offers parents practical, easy to use information and
support. Whatever your need, no matter how simple or complex, Triple P can help!
For more information about the Triple P Program visit
www.triplep-parenting.net/alb-en/home/
Make an appointment OR just walk-in to speak with an accredited Triple P Practitioner who will help
get you the support you need! Triple P is provided to families at no charge.
April McCorquindale (780) 672-0141 / cdss13@telus.net
Flagstaff Family and Community Services

Viking/Beaver FCSS

Thurs. Jan 21, Feb 18, Mar 03, 17; Apr 7,

21 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Thurs Jan 14, 28, Feb 11, 25, Mar 10, 24,
Apr 14, & 28 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Tims and Tips - Tofield

Tims and Tips is a service offered to families in Tofield and Area.
Parents can come to debrief about parenting stressors chat about child development or
establishing a personalized parenting plan. This service is free. Visit us at the Tofield FCSS Office.
April 5 and 19

May 17

June 7

Make an appointment OR just walk in.

Contact Kari at (780) 672-0141 or email at cdss18@telus.net

Welcome 2 Parenthood

Kari Cameron, Program Manager

780-672-0141
cdss18@telus.net
Camrose Family Resource Centre
A Parent Link Centre

Smoothies www.kidshealth.org
Strawberry Smoothies

Passion Fruit Banana Smoothie

This tastes great with fresh fruit, but can be

made with frozen fruit. If you don't have any
strawberries on hand, use any other type of fruit
you find tasty! Prep time: 10 minutes.

Note: This recipe, created by Sakari Clendinen

of the U.S. Virgin Islands, won a national contest
and was served at a White House lunch for kids.
Get a cold blast of fruity-creamy goodness with
her Passion Fruit-Banana Smoothie.
Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

cup vanilla soy yogurt

cup strawberries
2 ice cubes
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Utensils:

blender (you'll need help from your adult

assistant)
measuring cups
measuring spoons

Directions:

1.

Blend all ingredients in a blender until

smooth.

What you need:

8 passion fruits, seeded and flesh removed

4 bananas, peeled
2 cups fat-free plain Greek-style yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
8 ice cubes

Equipment and supplies:

Measuring cups and spoons

Knife
Blender

What to do:

1.

In a blender, combine the passion fruits,

bananas, yogurt, honey, and ice cubes.
Blend.

Serves: 1
How much does this recipe make?
Serving size: 1 cup

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

102 calories
3 g protein
1.6 g fat
0 g sat fat
20 g carbohydrate
2 g fiber
0 mg cholesterol
14 mg sodium
30 mg calcium
0.6 mg iron

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending

on ingredient brands used.

4 servings

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

150 calories
8g protein
0g of fat
32g Total Carbohydrate
5g Dietary Fibre
21g Sugars
35mg Sodium
8% Vitamin A
25% Vitamin C
6% Calcium
4% Iron

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending

ingredient brands used.

Camrose and Area ECD Coalition - Activities in the Community

Building brains and futures: One connection at a time by:
Dr. Robbin Gibb
Associate Professor of Neuroscience from the University of Lethbridge
Dr. Gibb will be presenting on brain development in children and how this may differ
between genders, music and the brain, and play and brain development. Information
on how to enhance your learning environments to build better brains. Time will be
given for questions.
Families please plan to attend one of these sessions
on Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Afternoon: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Evening: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. (childcare provided)
Location to be determined.
Snacks will be provided at both sessions.
Register today by calling Kari 780-672-0141.

The C.O.W. Bus is coming back to Camrose

The C.O.W. bus is a friendly space for parents and younger children, 0 to 6 years,
to learn and explore fun new ways to add literacy activities into their daily lives.
At the invitation of local literacy groups, the C.O.W. bus tours rural and urban
communities across Alberta participating in locally planned events.

The bus will be here June 13 & 14 2016. Please keep a

eye out for more advertising and locations once the days
near.

Parent & Tot Program

Camrose Community Centre Indoor Soccer Field

Monday - Friday

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Free of Charge

(Please have clean footwear or socks and

be sure your stroller tires are wiped dry)
Thank-you to the city of Camrose for continuing Parent & Tot Time and for offering this program
to our community at large.

Camrose Family Resource Centre Association - A Parent Link Centre

Phone: 672-0141
email: cdss8@telus.net
www.camrosefrc.com
Camrose Family Resource Centre

Meet our staff:

Director
Laurie Jansen
Program Manager
Kari Cameron
Early Childhood Program Coordinators
Lorraine Bell
Kareen Nelson
Kim Kienitz
April McCorquindale
Angela Vanouck
Nicole Norn
Krista Lantz
Bailey Lassessen
Taking Action on Bullying
Jennifer Hastings

www.parentlinkalberta.ca