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AMPed Up!

This program emphasizes understanding emotions, and enhancing communication and stress management skills. You will gain the ability to regulate your emotions and productively manage your feelings, therefore helping your kids regulate their emotions and productively manage their feelings. It is facilitated in a group setting that is welcoming, safe and inclusive. Offered throughout the year, call or email to find out when the next session is.

Nobody’s Perfect

A community-based program for parents designed to promote positive parenting. Together, with the guidance of a trained facilitator, you will discover positive ways to interact with children. Information and support in provided about topics such as child development, safety & behavior. It is facilitated in a group setting that is welcoming, safe, and inclusive. Offered throughout the year, call or email to find out when the next session is.

Sensory Sensitive Kids

Happiness In My Cup

Active Parenting of Teens

Building Resilience

• Chromebook Rentals at the NRFRC (free): Thanks to funding obtained through the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, the Centre has Chromebooks for members of the community for rental. These Chromebooks are available to help people access online mental health resources and support, attend virtual health appointments, and help decrease overall feelings of social isolation during these challenging times. Confidential office space can also be provided if needed to attend appointments virtually.