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EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES
PROGRAMS: (click on titles for more info)
Creative Play & More-
- Every Thursday, from 9:30 - 11 am at
KARA (6717-132 Ave.) Site includes stairs.
Please call 780-478-5396 a day in advance to reserve a spot as there is limited space available.
For more info on this program, call 780-478-5396
Baby Buds - This is a drop-in for babies up to about 12 months and the people that love them. Socialize with other parents/caregivers, enjoy a playful fun time with baby and be part of some sharing of helpful information (depending on interest of participants we can get a health nurse in, do the Books for Babies program or view DVD's on baby massage, baby sign language, etc.) Click here to view poster.
- Every Thursdays, from 1:30 - 3 pm at
KARA (6717-132 Ave.)
For more info call 780-478-5396
Playtime Drop-In - This program is for Parents and children 2 to 5 years of age. There will be a variety of activity centers set up for kids to explore. Parents can watch their child(ren) play, or join in the fun too! It will end with circle time, songs and stories. Click here to view poster.
- Every Tuesday from 9:30 - 11 am at
KARA-Too (#108, 5606-134A Ave.)
For more info call 780-478-5396
Teddy Bear Club - A weekly evening drop-in for families with young children (2-5 yrs old). It starts with fun family activities (such as a scavenger hunt), followed by some circle-time songs or bedtime story, and ends with a bedtime snack (teddy bear picnic). Children may come in their pyjamas and bring a special stuffed friend.
- Every Monday from 6 - 7:30 pm at
KARA (6717-132 Ave.)
For more info call 780-478-5396
Me & My Buddy - This program is offered in partnership with The Early Intervention Program and is specifically for men with young children (0-3 ½ yrs). Dads can interact and play with their child(ren) in a variety of play centers. Siblings are welcome to attend.
Click here to view poster.
- First Saturday of every month 9:30 - 11 am at
Clareview Head Start (1142 Hermitage Rd.) Please ring buzzer to be let in.
For more info call Janice at 780-478-5396
or Sue at 780-408-5955
SERVICES:
- Toy Lending Library
- Toys, books and other developmental learning objects are available to families to borrow and take home to support their child's developmental growth.
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- For more information call 780-478-5396
Parent Resource Library is now OPEN - Through the generosity and support of Alberta Children's Services / Parent Link Centre and TELUS, KARA Family Resource Centre has resources for parents to access at no charge! Come check out the great selection of books, reference materials, audio & visual material, Internet access and much more!
- Membership to KARA's Resource Library is free and is open during regular office hours (Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 4pm). Internet access is available by booking in advance. Contact Liz Larsen at 780-478-5396 ext 227 for more information.
Resource Material such as: Parenting Discipline, Just for Dads, Grief & Death, Prenatal & Postnatal, Parenting through Age Groups, Nutrition, Children's Activity Books, Children's Health, Infant & Toddlers, Personal Growth, Child Development, Sexuality, Single Parenting, Divorce, Blending Families, Children's Disabilities, Children's Mental Health, and General Parenting.
Childcare Provider Registry - A registry of local childcare providers is available and updated by Parent Link staff.
- For more information call at 780-478-5396
Developmental Screening for Children - A developmental screening tool is available for parents or staff to administer to determine if their child is delayed in a part of their development.
- Referrals are made to a more comprehensive resource if delays are found.
For more information call 780-478-5396.
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