PCSS Program Listing

Developmental Checkups

Check out the Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQs) resource to complete a free, online check-up. This will give you an overview of how your child is doing at meeting their developmental milestones, and receive helpful resources and activity ideas to support all areas of their development.

Family Resource Network Programs:

Looking for more programs? Check out the monthly newsletter from the Chestermere/Strathmore Family Resource Network (FRN) to learn about the lineup of exciting programs, workshops, and services available to families, parents, children, and youth ages 0-18 in Chestermere, Strathmore, Southeast Rocky View, and Wheatland County.

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)

Elevate your parenting with Triple P: Positive Parenting Program, a multi-level, evidence-based program. Enhance your knowledge, skills, and confidence to prevent behavioural, emotional, and developmental challenges in your children. This program offers one-to-one or group supports. We offer programs on several topics, from general parenting to anxiety to separation and divorce.

Chances are you’re looking for practical help with some common parenting problems such as:

infant’s sleep-patterns or persistent crying
toddler tantrums
mealtime mayhem
fighting and aggression
a young teenager’s defiance

Or there might be no problem at all. You might be thinking about how to best support your child as he or she starts school, to set a homework pattern, to encourage healthy eating, or set a bedtime routine. And if you’re “expecting”, it’s never too early to learn what to expect!

Whatever your parenting need, no matter how simple or complex, Triple P has the information, tip sheet, book, DVD, seminar, course, or practitioner to help you. As one of the few evidence-based parenting programs available worldwide, with over 25 years of proven clinical research to back it up, you can be sure Triple P works for the majority of families. Triple P has helped thousands of families and has the seal of approval of parents, practitioners, and experts worldwide.

PCSS Selection of Programs

Triple P Selected Seminar Workshop Series – An introduction to the strategies of positive parenting and Triple P. Parents attend any number of three 90-minute seminars (Power of Positive Parenting; Raising Confident, Competent Children; and Raising Resilient Children) or any of the three seminars in the Teen Triple P Seminar Series (Raising Responsible Teenagers; Raising Competent Teenagers and Getting Teenagers Connected). Take-home tip sheets are given to all parents who attend Triple P seminars.
Triple P Discussion Groups – Two-hour small group sessions, targeting a specific problem behavior or issue. Each discussion group can be taken as a stand-alone session or as part of a series. There are four topics for parents of children 0 –12 (Dealing with disobedience; Managing fighting and aggression; Developing good bedtime routines, and Hassle-free shopping with children) and four in Teen Triple P Discussion Groups for parents of 12 –16-year-olds (Coping with teenagers’ emotions; Reducing family conflict; Getting teenagers to cooperate, and Building teenagers’ survival skills).
Brief Primary Care and Brief Primary Care Teen – Delivered opportunistically by a practitioner who provides regular support to parents of children or teenagers. A brief one-on-one consultation of 15–30 minutes targets a specific issue. If required, there can be a follow-up visit or phone call.
FEAR LESS: Fear Less Triple P empowers you to model effective coping strategies for anxiety and worries, coach your children to build emotional resilience, and build your own coping skills. You have the flexibility to choose the best way to support your child as they develop improved anxiety management skills. This program is offered in a group or one-to-one format, offered as a 1-day workshop or over several weeks for groups, and over six sessions for individuals.
FAMILY TRANSITIONS: Family Transitions Triple P is a 5-week program designed to offer support to families navigating the challenges of separation and divorce. If you find yourself worried that the process is impacting your children or seeking effective ways to communicate and guide them through this transition, this program is tailored for you. In this program, our Family Support Facilitators will address the unique concerns parents face during separation and divorce including topics such as skills to resolve conflict with former partners, and how to cope positively with stress.
GROUP: Group Triple P is an excellent opportunity to connect with parents facing similar challenges, over several sessions. Throughout the program you will receive brief one-to-one support over the phone where one of our Family Support Facilitators will support you in your goals and implementing the skills you have learned in the group. You will receive tailored tips and insights for your family’s needs, witnessing practical applications through videos, and a take-home comprehensive workbook.
PRIMARY CARE: This covers general parenting concerns for brief, one-to-one supports. Typically consisting of approximately four sessions, a Family Support Facilitator will support you with a specific issue through a personalized experience. These sessions can be scheduled in person, virtually or over the phone.

Potty Training 101

Are you feeling unsure or confident about starting the potty-training adventure? Register to watch our pre-recorded Potty Training 101 webcast to find out!

Go through a helpful quiz, ensuring you understand if your little one is ready for this milestone and gain valuable tips and tricks successful potty training. Complete a quick survey at the end to receive a FREE potty box!

When: Anytime! Email pcssinfo@chestermere.ca to learn more

Drop In Play

Messy Sensory Play: Join us alongside Healthy Families and enjoy all the sensory play without the clean up! Leave the mess to us!
When: Wednesday, March 5th from 10-11:30am
Where: Synergy, 101-340 Merganser Dr W

Drop In Playtime: Join us for a morning of drop-in play with various activities and play! Siblings are welcome.
When: Wednesday, March 12th from 10-11:30am
Where: Synergy, 101-340 Merganser Dr W

Little Explorers

Drop-in for some fun, engaging activities designed to boost your child’s development. From creative arts to interactive games, each session targets key growth areas, making learning an exciting adventure every time you visit. Come explore and grow with us!

When: Monday, March 3rd, 10th, and 17th from 10-12pm
Where: Chestermere Rec Centre, 201 West Chestermere Drive

Early Talks

This free VIRTUAL program for children under three years old, helps overcome language isolation by increasing caregiver skills and capacity & child language skill development.

Each week gives you new skills and a book to enjoy together!

When: Wednesdays, March 5th – March 26th from 7-8pm
Where: Virtual

Moving & Groovin'

This exciting program is all about boosting gross motor skills through high-energy activities. Kids will love hopping, dancing, and playing in a fun-filled environment that encourages physical development. Come join the fun and watch your child’s strength and coordination take off!

When: Monday, March 24th from 10-12pm
Where: Chestermere Rec Centre, 201 West Chestermere Drive

Feel & Flow

Join us on Thursdays after school for creative movements, mindfulness practices, and group activities! Children learn how to connect with their bodies, express their emotions, and foster healthy relationships with themselves and others. This series is designed to support the physical, emotional, and social development of children ages 6 to 12.

When: March 13, 20, 27 from 4:15-5:15PM and March 27 from 4:15-5:00PM
Where: Chestermere Public Library

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