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A drop in group for dads and their kids every Thursday (4:15-6:00) through the summer. Join us for a meal, fun, information and the opportunity to hang out with your kids and other dads! Located in the Mothering Project space (Access through King St). No need to register. Contact Nikki for more info: 204-792-1512 or nikblack@mountcarmel.ca.

Are you a young adult with Cerebral Palsy or other Neurological condition that uses Assistive Technology? A group of researchers are studying what makes a successful transition for young adult Manitobans. Your participation is voluntary and includes doing a 60 minute interview to share your experiences. View our poster for more information! If you have any questions about this study or would like to participate, please contact Jacquie Ripat at 204-789-3303 or jacquie.ripat@umanitoba.ca.

AboutKidsHealth has some great tips on staying safe at the playground and pool this summer! https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=1957&language=English

Are you looking for ways to help your child with social skills and flexible thinking? If your child has ASD or intellectual disability, and is between 7 and 18 years old, this learning series is for you. We will help you understand your child’s unique learning style and give you some practical tools to improve social interaction with your child. You can become your child’s best social partner and guide! Ten classes alternate between “parents only” learning sessions, and group “cooking club” sessions, giving you the chance to practice what you have learned.  Participating children should have the ability to communicate, and to function in a group setting.  Parents will learn about how to impact their child’s flexible thinking, communication and social skills, by making small changes to their own approach. There is no cost to parents, with thanks to the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation. We ask that parents make plans to […]

Friday, July 13 at Lorette Golf Course, Lorette, MB. Shotgun start at noon. Cost: $125/golfer (includes $50 tax receipt, 18 holes of golf, shared cart, lunch, dinner, prizes). Contact Karen Lunam for more information or to register!  (204) 953-2401 or fundraising@communityrespite.ca.

The RCC/SSCY Family Network invites you to an exciting event for the whole family at SCCY Centre! Sunday May 27th 1:00-3:30pm 1pm Puppet play for children and parents/caregivers.  There might be some dragon puppets that need to be made and we will roar our way through the Paper Bag Princess.* 1:45pm Workshop by Bookmates The young dragons will fly off to fun and games with staff.  Parents and caregivers will learn all the fun, simple and different ways to incorporate books into the daily life of your child. 2:45pm Questions, discussions and sharing between parents  RSVP to Maya Kirstein at mkirstein@rccinc.ca or 204-258-6538. Registration is required, and spots are limited. We are focusing this event on children under the age of 10.  Children and caregivers of all reading levels as well as siblings are welcome. *The Paper Bag Princess is written by Robert Munsch © 1980 Bob Munsch Enterprises (text), Michael Martchenko (art), published by Annick Press and used […]

We’d love for you to join us at our three Gardening Club events this spring! We will be starting seeds, planting at Winnipeg Harvest, and helping you plant your own garden creations to take home. Dates: May 22, June 5, and June 19 Time: 6:00-7:30 Location: SSCY Centre If you’d like to attend, please RSVP to lifeprogram@rccinc.ca to register.

Speaker: Joelle Pastoria Sala from Public Interest Law Centre Will speak about the Human Rights case regarding people with physical disabilities who are facing age discrimination. May 31, 2018 at 6:30, 1155 Notre Dame Avenue, Northern Lights Room, 2nd Floor RSVP by May 25 to 204-953-2404 or devon@communityrespite.ca If you need respite to attend this event, contact Karen before May 18th at 204-953-2401 or karen@communityrespite.ca Everyone is welcome to attend, but only Community Respite Service Members can vote during the Annual General Meeting. www.communityrespiteservice.ca

Tuesday, May 8, 8:00-9:00 in the Northern Lights Room at SSCY Centre. Presented by: Marlene Waldron, RCC Director of Outreach Therapy, and Pam Becker, Education Coordinator for Jordan’s Principle Child First Initiative RCC has been involved with and providing services through Jordan’s Principle since August 2016. Health Canada has requested RCC provide OT, PT and SLP services to children aged birth to school entry in First Nations Communities in Manitoba.  We are working with a number of partners to provide these services throughout the province. In this presentation you will learn about: The background of Jordan’s Principle What is happening in Manitoba Services provided by RCC Evaluation survey results View the poster for full details. This session is available in person in the Northern Lights Rooms at SSCY Centre or via webinar.  Click here to register for the webinar.

July 11-13, 2018 (Wed.-Fri., Camp Brereton) – 2018 Explore Summer Camp. To be eligible, campers must have an FASD diagnosis, be between the ages of 10—12 years old (Junior Camp) or 13—15 years old (Senior Camp), be able to manage a supervision ratio of 1 adult : 3 kids, be ready to be away from home and interested in attending an overnight camp, and not be currently involved with the youth justice system. The overnight camp this year will be at Camp Brereton and activities will include canoeing, swimming, hiking, biking, games, campfires and crafts. The camp will be facilitated by the staff from Momenta experience discover grow. Please fill out the application package or call Laura Bennett at (204) 258-6741 for more information.