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Family Programs
There are several programs under the Family Futures umbrella. Some of our
programs and services are outlined below.
Services for Individuals and Families
Family Development Work
An outreach service that provides parent education and teaches parenting skill
to families. This service focuses on a range of issues including: child
development, roles and responsibilities, behaviour strategies, appropriate
discipline, parental coping, and other effective parenting skills. Referrals
accepted through the Ministry of Children and Family Development for residents
of New Westminster and Burnaby. Funded by the Ministry of Children and Family
Development.
Family Therapy
Brief, professional therapy to assist families in identifying critical issues
that may interfere with their ability to make creative and effective choices.
Presenting issues may include parental coping, relationship concerns, family
integration, anger management, family dynamics, or historical abuse affecting
parenting. Referrals accepted through the Ministry of Children and Family
Development for residents of New Westminster and Burnaby. Funded by the Ministry
of Children and Family Development.
Links Family Therapy
Brief, professional outreach therapy to assist families in addressing the
complexities of parenting and family interactions when there are mental health
or behavioural issues present or emerging. Presenting issues may include
parental coping, relationship concerns, family integration, family dynamics, or
behavioural concerns. Referrals accepted through Child and Youth Mental Health
for residents of New Westminster and the Tri-Cities.
Call 604-526-2522 for more information
Parenting Groups
Parenting Children with Challenging Behaviour
This group is intended for parents of children 5-12 years of age. The group uses
an educational approach to assist parents in understanding: how family dynamics
affect parenting; how to improve parental coping; how to identify and address
problems; how to use effective, positive discipline strategies; and how to
improve communication with your child.
Offered as a 6-week or 8-week group 3 times per year (January, March, and
September)
Daytime and evening sessions available -
Free
Call today to register: 604-526-2522
Multicultural Parenting Group
This group is intended for parents of children 5-12 years of age from a range of
cultural groups. The group uses an educational approach to assist parents with:
keeping important family values; learning about resources and services; dealing
with conflict; using effective, positive discipline strategies; improving
communication.
Offered as an 8-week group once a year (usually April)
Evening group, childcare available. -
Free
Call to register: 604-526-2522
Family Circle
Explore the rich variety of cultures and experiences of families in your
community in this fun, interactive group for parents/caregivers and children
from 3 to 5 years of age. Enjoy stories, songs, and games with other parents and
children. Open to all residents of Burnaby, New Westminster, and the Tri-Cities.
This group is funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada.
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For ages 3 - 5, runs on Thursdays from 11 - 1pm.
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Purpose Society, 40 Begbie Street, New Westminster
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Runs as a 12-week group, 3 times per year (January, April, and September)
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Snack provided
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Free
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Drop by or Call to register: 604-526-2522
Pitter Patter Circle Time
The Prenatal Support Program now delivers service in a group format. The group
runs 3 times a year, each one lasting for 12 weeks. The group is called Pitter
Patter Circle Time. The group is for pregnant women, children under 30 months
and their caregivers. This service is for residents living in New Westminster,
Burnaby and Tri Cities.
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Runs on Tuesdays from 11 - 1pm.
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Purpose Society, 40 Begbie Street, New Westminster
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Runs as a 12-week group, 3 times per year (January, April, and September)
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Snack provided
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Free
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Drop by or Call to register: 604-526-2522
English Made Easy
This group is a great opportunity for parents, grandparents
and children (up to six years of age) to learn English, make friends, enjoy
great food and learn about other cultures. The adults partake in an interactive
and practical English lesson while the kids learn a new vocabulary through fun
crafts, colouring projects and songs. At the end of each session, everyone
shares lunch together.
This service is for residents living in New Westminster who
are new to the English language.
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Runs on Mondays from 10 - 1pm
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Runs Wednesdays 9:30 to 12:00
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12 week sessions, 3 times per year
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Lunch provided
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Free
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Drop by or Call to register: 604-526-2522
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