As a single mom raising a baby I have struggled with isolation and exhaustion. Finding Eastside Family Place has been a lifesaver for me.”
parent participant
Eastside Family Place (ESFP) offers a variety of programs that promote early childhood development and provide parenting education. Our goals are to help you raise a healthy child(ren) and to help you be the parent/caregiver that you wish to be. ESFP’s programs provide opportunities to meet other families, to create new friendships and to be part of a caring community.
Parenting Education
Nobody’s Perfect
Nobody’s Perfect is a popular Canada-wide parenting education program for parents of young children.
Circle of Security
Circle of Security is a relationship-based parenting program designed to enhance and deepen the attachment between parents and children.
Youth Parents Drop In
For parents up to age 26 years old. Come and meet up with other youth parents and their children. Led by peer facilitators..
Dad’s Drop In
For dads with their children 0-6 years old.
Come for connection and tea and coffee and pastries!
Workshops
Workshops on a variety of topics for parents/caregivers are offered throughout the year. Recent workshops have included infant massage, first aid, sleep, discipline and many others.
Early Literacy and Learning
Jump Into Music is one-of-a-kind music and movement program which engages, educates, and entertains both parent and child. Spanish Mother Goose (Mama Ganso) is a program which supports a deeper attachment between the adult and the child through songs, rhymes, games and stories.