Groups & Workshops for Young People & Caregivers
H-N REACH offers both virtual and in-person group programs and workshops for children, youth and their parents or caregivers on an as needed basis. Groups help children and youth who are working through common problems to find solutions and build support with others. Parents/caregivers can choose from on-going weekly groups as well as multi-week curriculum based groups. Please continue to check our Upcoming Events for information about groups.
Groups & Workshops for Young People
Temper Tamers Group
Is TEMPER ruining your family fun?
Is TEMPER causing you, your child or others’ problems?
Do you and your child want to be “in charge” of TEMPER instead of TEMPER being “in charge” of you?
If you answered YES to these questions, you may be interested in signing up for the 8 week Virtual Temper Taming Group.
Date: January 14-March 4
Time: 6:00 pm-7:30 pm
For: Ages 7-11
This group is offered virtually via the ZOOM Platform
FREE to Caregivers and Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk, and neighbouring communities
Register: For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x 350
Date: Thursday Feb. 27, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Format: Virtual by Zoom
This virtual Expression Session draws from the teachings of the Covenant Chain (Friendship Wampum) and teaches youth strategies about making and honouring healthy friendships. Craft supplies will be provided. Special Guest Suzie Miller
Expression Sessions are part of the Mental Health Fitness Series teaching youth specific skills to maintain and grow their mental wellness.
Ages 7-11- Free to Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities - Space is Limited
This expression session is offered virtually via the ZOOM Platform. Caregiver participation required.
For more information or to register call: 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x 350
Date: Thursday March 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Format: Virtual by Zoom
This virtual Expression Session draws from the teachings of the Two Row Wampum and teaches youth strategies about making and honouring healthy relationships. Craft supplies will be provided. Special Guest Suzie Miller
Expression Sessions are part of the Mental Health Fitness Series teaching youth specific skills to maintain and grow their mental wellness.
Ages 7-11- Free to Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities - Space is Limited
This expression session is offered virtually via the ZOOM Platform. Caregiver participation required.
For more information or to register call: 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x 350
Date: Wednesday April 24, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
Gratitude is about being thankful for the things in life and showing appreciation for them. It’s a way of thinking and world view that is linked to happiness. This expression session helps children to grow and practice gratitude.
Format: Virtual by Zoom
Expression Sessions are part of the Mental Health Fitness Series teaching youth specific skills to maintain and grow their mental wellness.
Ages 7-11- Free to Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities - Space is Limited
This expression session is offered virtually via the ZOOM Platform. Caregiver participation required.
For more information or to register call: 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x 350
Date: March 20 - May1 2025
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
This 7-week group provides a safe, non-judgmental place for youth who identify as female or non-binary aged 14-17 to learn skills to challenge and cope with societal pressures and unrealistic messages about beauty standards and body image. Together, we will explore new ways to think and relate to yourself, including exposing the effects of diet culture, exercise culture, weight stigma, and social media.
Location: In-Person at HN REACH Main Office in Townsend
FREE to youth in Haldimand & Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities who identify as
female or non-binary
For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x 350
Groups & Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
Parent/Caregiver Workshop
What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work
Learn to:
- Successfully use the emotion coaching approach
- Build communication between you and your child
- Support your child with improved self-regulation
Mondays - March 24, 31, April 7 & 14, 2025
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Virtual on the Zoom Platform
FREE to Caregivers in Haldimand, Norfolk and neighbouring communities
For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Date: Wednesdays February 5 - April 2, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: EarlyON at 12 Colborne Street North, Simcoe
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem-solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Date: Thursday's February 6 - April 3, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: EarlyON at 282 Argyle St. South, Unit 4, Caledonia
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem-solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Caregiver Support Group
The Haldimand-Norfolk Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Program Caregiver Group is available to all caregivers of children/youth diagnosed with FASD or suspected to have FASD residing in Haldimand or Norfolk. This group meets in person at the Townsend location monthly from September to June. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe space to share experiences, build FASD capacity together and make connections with other caregivers of children/youth living with FASD.
Eligibility
- Child/youth diagnosed or suspected to have FASD; a formal diagnosis of FASD is not required
- Child/youth up to 18 years of age, or up to 21 years of age and attending secondary school
- Reside in Haldimand or Norfolk county
Cost
Free
To make a referral
Call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 and ask for “Contact” at extension 350.
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Date: Thursday's March 20 - May 15, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: EarlyON at 659 New Credit Road, Building #3, Hagersville
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem-solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
Free childcare on site
This program is offered in partnership with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation EarlyON Child and Family Centre
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405