Parent Resource Centre
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR1635 | Last Full Update: 11 Jun 2020 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CV19 ; OCR ; PRC |
| Former Name | Parent Preschool Resource Centre |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | King Edward Ave and Hwy 417 |
| Bus Route Notes | OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free occasional parking on the street |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 (1 Apr 2020): Due to COVID19, offices are closed but personnel is still available by phone and email for their existing clients. Parent Support Line (613-565-2467) remains open for parenting support and questions. Family support resource programs and comprehensive training for professionals Drop-Ins: For parents, caregivers and children up to six years of age * Circle time, age-appropriate toys, books and equipment, resources for adults, informal consultations with a Child and Family Worker, DVD and toy libraries * No cost Massage, Music and Movement program: Bond with your baby through massage and music * learn how to massage your baby from a Certified Massage Instructor while learning rhymes and songs to bond with your baby Baby Sign Language: sign language course for communicating with children. Family Resilience Program - In-Home Parent Education: Offers short-term, in-home parenting resources, education, support and other key services to families with children from pre-natal to 18 years of age who face barriers and are unable to participate in conventional parenting education courses or service *. Specifically for families involved with the Children's Aid Society or at risk of becoming involved Parent Support Line and Community Resource Line: For parents needing to speak to someone about concerns they have for their child and where to access resources Resource Phoneline: For professionals needing information regarding community programs and services Parenting courses: On site and in collaboration with partnering agencies Incredible Directory: On-line tool that connects parents, caregivers and professionals with resources across Ottawa Resource Lending Library: Contains books, toys and DVDs covering various parenting and child care topics. * Can be borrowed for up to one month at a time * No cost Baby Group: Drop-in for parents with infants under 18 months * Meet other parents and get support and resources from a Child and Family Worker * Special guest speakers present as appropriate * Call for more info Making Parenting Connections: Mandated parenting course for parents involved with the Children's Aid Society of Ottawa * A 10 week course More2Love - Multiples Group: Drop-in for parents of twins, triplets or more * meet other parents and get support and resources from a Child and Family Worker * special guest speakers present as appropriate Circle of Parenting Course: support and education group * workshop series to strengthen attachment and parent-child relationships to support better outcomes for families. |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm * Playgroups : Thu 5 pm-7 pm, Sat 9 am-11:30 am |
| Areas Served | Ottawa (City of) |
| Eligibility | Parents, caregivers and professionals working with families * some programs are restricted to children 6 and under and their parent/caregiver whereas other services are open to children 18 years and under |
| Application | Call, e-mail or visit website for more information |
| Languages | English ; French ; Arabic |
| Fees | Low to none * Possible minimal fees for specialized programming or events. |
| Service Categories | Children's Play Groups ; Drop In Centres for People at Risk ~ Parents ; Outreach Programs ~ Parenting Issues ; Parent/Child Activity Groups ; Parenting Helplines ; Parenting Skills Classes ; Service Sector/Industry Statistics ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Parenting Issues ; Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counselling ~ Abused Women |
| Waiting List | Yes, for In-Home Parent Support, Circle of Security Parenting Workshop, Massage, Music and Movement, Baby Sign and other specialty programs |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-565-2467 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-565-2466 |
| Fax | 613-565-1144 |
| information@parentresource.ca | |
| Website | www.parentresource.ca |
| Social Media |     |
| Primary Contact | Kimberley Hogan, Community Engagement Officer, Parent Resource Centre; Phone: 613-565-2467 ext 238; Email: khogan@parentresource.ca |
| Primary Executive | Debbie Lehmann, Executive Director; Phone: 613-565-2467 ext 231; Email: dlehmann@parentresource.ca |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1976 |
| Funding | City / Town ; Provincial - Ministry of Education * Ministry of Children and Youth Services ; Grants - Service Clubs ; Fundraising ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 119076487 RR0001 ; Foundation - Ontario Early Years Centres |
| Elections | The Board of Directors is elected. |
| Resources | Website, Book and DVD Library, Toy Library, Go Family! Interactive Family Services Map |
| Accreditation | No |