BGC Parenting's List: Fernwood NRG

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Fernwood Neighborhood Resource Group
1240 Gladstone Avenue Victoria BC V8T 1G6
P:250.381.1552 F:250.381.1509

Germaine Asplin at 250.381.1552, ext. 102
victoriabestbabies@hotmail.com

0-6 months post natal
twice a week (tuesday, wednesday) for pre and post natal. Prenatal only on Thursdays
The Program provides young women/children & families with experiential learning opportunities. Topics of discussion surround prenatal/postnatal education, infant development, struggling with parenting issues; relationship building geared to healthy outcomes, risk management, self advocacy skills.

To assist pregnant women and teens to have healthy birth outcomes. Access to healthy nutrition and education is essential to reaching this goal. The Program is committed to supporting pregnant women/teens to reach their optimum level of health and increase the health status of new born babies.

For pregnant women needing extra support due to limited resources, isolation and/or health issues. You can attend until your infant reaches 6 weeks of age.
What is the average SES? poverty
What is the target age group? Used to be young moms, but now open to all ages

Access the program through the office, connect with a worker, or self-referral
FREE
Day program, starts at noon, they offer lunch
Childcare? NO
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING? wide range, focus on perinatal health
VBB staff consists of a Program Coordinator, Registered Dietician, Public Health Nurse Liaison and Outreach Workers.

If registered in the program- access to food vouchers/ vitamins.
prenatal classes, dietician

COMMUNITY NETWORK COMMITTEE?
YES
More info about BGC of greater Victoria?
YES- especially interested in info on care homes

Parent and tot
Fernwood Neighborhood Resource Group
1240 Gladstone Avenue Victoria BC V8T 1G6
P:250.381.1552 F:250.381.1509
For further information, Susie at 250.381.1552 ext. 115

A time for you and your child to get out and socialize! Enjoy the company of other parents while your child interacts with other children in a safe and secure space. Activities include toys, crafts and circle time. Information about helpful community resources will also be provided.
For caregivers with children birth to 6 years old.

$2 fee
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30am to 11:30am.

Childcare? Yes

Parent and babe
Fernwood Neighborhood Resource Group
1240 Gladstone Avenue Victoria BC V8T 1G6
P:250.381.1552 F:250.381.1509
http://www.fernwoodneighbourhood.ca/family-support-services/parent-babe
For further information, Susie at 250.381.1552 ext. 115

Comfortable and relaxed setting where parents and caregivers can nurture their babies through parent discussion, music and storytelling.

For caregivers with children under 36 months
Suggested donation of $2
Every Wednesday from 9:30am - 11:30am

Childcare?

Mother Goose
Fernwood Neighborhood Resource Group
1240 Gladstone Avenue Victoria BC V8T 1G6
P:250.381.1552 F:250.381.1509
http://www.fernwoodneighbourhood.ca/family-support-services/mother-goose

10 weeks
Music, stories and fun for you and your little one. This program encourages child development through music and attachment parenting. This program is offered in partnership with Success by 6 South Vancouver Island.

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What are the costs?
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Childcare?
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
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More info about BGC of greater Victoria?