Family Development Centre

 

The CUPS Family Development Centre is a welcoming, nurturing environment for families to access resources, participate in programming and build resilience for the future, together.

Participants can access support for:

  • Family Goal setting

  • Parent education and skill development

  • Referrals to community resources

Who is the CUPS Family Development Centre for?

The Centre is for families with one or more children (or expecting a child) who are looking for resources and support as they work to set goals and work toward healthy outcomes for everyone in the family.


Family Development Programs & Workshops

  • Join us for 10 free drop-in sessions. For families with children ages 0-12.

    Dates: Monday Mornings

    Time: 10am - 11:30am

    Register: by emailing FDC@cupscalgary.com

  • Parents with children ages 0-3 will learn the skill of

    reflective functioning. Parents who possess this skill are able to promote secure attachment with their children and improve their mental health.

    Program Highlights:

    • Reflect on their own perspectives and the perspectives of their child

    • Practice talking about thoughts and feelings in response to the parent/child relationship

    Dates: Ongoing

    Location: 1001 10th Ave SW (CUPS Calgary)

    for more information, please email FDC@cupscalgary.com

  • Join us every week to build new friendships and support systems!

    Each week parents can meet other moms and dads and bond over great conversations.

    Dates: Thursday mornings

    Time: 10am - 12pm

    Location: 1001 10th Ave SW (CUPS Calgary)

    Register by emailing FDC@cupscalgary.com

  • Have fun with us every week for songs, stories, and games. Let’s be childlike together!

    Dates: Tuesday and Friday mornings

    Time: 10:30am - 11:30am

    Location: 1001 10th Ave SW (CUPS Calgary)

    Register by emailing FDC@cupscalgary.com

  • The Child Development Specialist is available for developmental screenings and follow up support plans for family and child. The Child Development Specialist provides referrals to to internal/external programs and support with funding applications.

    Please email FDC@cupscalgary.com for more information

  • Play Therapy is designed to support children between the ages of 0-12 years old to achieve mental and emotional wellness so that they can improve their overall mental health. This in turn will provide strategies for parents/guardians to support the mental and emotional wellness of their child(ren).

    Please email FDC@cupscalgary.com for more information.

For the above programs, please email FDC@cupscalgary.com for more information or to register.

Parents must be a low-income earner with children 0-12 years old.

All programs listed are free.

Hours

  • Monday to Thursday: 8 am – 4pm
  • Friday: By appointment only
  • Statutory Holidays: Closed

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Family and Child Development

CUPS takes a two-generation approach to developmental support, with services for both children and parents in Calgary.

Family Development Centre

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