The Aboriginal Family Support Program (Satellite Office) provides support to Aboriginal children 0-6 years of and their families from the Misiway Milopemahtesewin Community Health Centre. The overall goal of the program is to focus on the learning and development years of the child. The holistic approach is used to develop programs focusing on the mental, physical and spiritual aspects of the child.
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN & PARENTS:
MAYTAWAY PARENT & CHILD PLAYGROUP - An evening program that offers cultural, educational, recreational & social activities for children 4-6 years of age along with their parents/guardians.
PARENT RELIEF - Offers parents/guardians a chance to participate in programming such as collective kitchens, parenting & sewing.
COLLECTIVE KITCHEN - Is nutrition and cooking program that runs once a month and utilizes the hard work of 5 or 6 families. The goal of the Collective Kitchen is to bring families together to make "healthy" inexpensive meals for themselves. Parent relief is provided.
FAMILY BREAKFAST CLUB - A nutritious meal is provided to children and families. During this time we have crafts, books and free play.
OTHER PROGRAMS - Parent socials, BBQ's, Nutrition Bingos, Craft Circles, Parent & Child Recreation.
Please note: The services of the Aboriginal Family Support Program (Satellite Office) are offered at our secondary facility located at 169 Elm St. S. (The former Red Door Lodge)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
PLEASE CONTACT:
DEBBIE LOVELACE 268-6536 Ext. 221
afswsite2@vianet.ca
