Fall 2008
Barons-Eureka-Warner Family & Community Support Services (FCSS)
1. Family Studies
Barons-Eureka-Warner Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) assists individuals, families and communities to reach their potential through Counselling, and Volunteer Programs for Teens, Parents and Seniors. See our website at www.bewfcss.ab.ca
2. Counselling
BEW FCSS counsellors assist in personal, teen, family, and marriage counselling. For an appointment call: Brett Drewry @ 752-3303(in the Chinook Health site) or Margie Hartley @ 752-4301.
3. Parent Link Centres
There is no charge for the programs; they are sponsored by BEW FCSS with support from provincial and municipal governments.
Mums the Word
A great opportunity for parents of children from newborn to 18 months to meet with others. Come to get new ideas and to make new friends. We’ll talk about how your baby learns and grows, and any concerns you might have. Childcare will be available for siblings 1 ½ -5 years. Open to the Public; bring your babe and enjoy a morning out!
Date: Fridays, starting Sept. 12
Time: 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Fee: No cost
Location: Raymond Parent Link Centre
To register: or for more information call Mary Rose McMullin at 752-4301 or 393-3485, so that they will have enough caregivers.
How to Drug Proof Your Kids
This program is based on research that proves parents DO make a difference and CAN have an influence on their child’s decision making. It is an early intervention program that primarily works to prevent adolescent drug abuse problems before they have a chance to start. It also offers strategies to help parents of youth who are already engaged in use. This class is not designed for the children to attend. The registration fee is to cover the cost of the two resource books. Limited financial assistance available for students who find it a hardship to pay the full registration fee. Contact the Further Education office at 403-329-8875 or 403-642-3635.
Date: 6 Thursdays, September 18 – October 23
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Fee: $25/person or couple
Location: Raymond Parent Link Centre
Facilitators: Jennie Roberts & Corene Rutledge, Mental Health Therapists at Chinook Health Region
Minimum: 6
Registration Deadline: September 11
Register with: Nancy or Mary Rose at the Raymond Parent Link Centre 752-4301 and make cheques payable to County of Warner Further Education.
Parenting the Strong-Willed Child
Parents of children ages 2 years or older are invited to attend. You will be learning a series of 5 skills that when put together, should have a significant impact on your child’s behaviour. The course is based on the book “Parenting the Strong Willed Child” by Dr. Thomas Phelan. The course will involve group discussion as well as learning and practicing specific skills. Each session will typically consist of learning a specific parenting approach outlined in the 5-step process. Week 5 will include training in 1,2,3 Magic. Offered in several locations:
Location 1: Milk River Hospital Community Health & FCSS meeting room
Date: 6 Fridays, Sept. 26 – Oct. 31
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am.
Fee: No cost
To register: or for more information please call Cynthia Chisholm at 647-2596.
Location 2: Raymond Parent Link Centre
Date: 6 Tuesdays, Oct.-Nov. (TBA) if enough interest.
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Fee: No cost
To register: or for more information please call Mary Rose McMullin at 752-4301 or 393-3485.
Location 3: Stirling Parent Link Centre @ Stirling Lions Hall
Date: 6 Thursdays. Oct. 16 – Nov. 20
Time: 9:15 – 11:30 am.
Fee: No cost
To register: or for more information please call Stacey Maynes at 756-2245 or 315-3942.
Daddy and Me
An evening of Stay & Play for children 0-6 years and their dad, grandpa, or other significant male! Playtime, story time, and snack. Come have fun together!
Date: 4th Wednesday each month starting Sept. 10 (except December).
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Fee: No cost
Location: Raymond Parent Link Centre
To register: or for more information please call Mary Rose McMullin at 752-4301 or 393-3485.
INFANT MASSAGE – Watch for this class!
Date: mid October TBA
Location: Raymond Parent Link Centre