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
Groups & Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
Temper Tamers
Temper Tamers is a virtual group for children between the ages of 7 - 11 and their caregivers who have concerns about anger, aggression and hostility in the family.
- 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.
WHEN: Thursdays: February 26 - April 23 (No workshop on March 19th due to March Break)
TIME: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
PLATFORM: Virtual - Zoom
FREE: to Caregivers and Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and neighbouring communities.
REGISTRATION: for more information or to register call: 519-587-2441 ext. 283 or email nschuur@hnreach.on.ca
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 (PDEP)
Join other parents and explore how self-regulation can change how you and your child meet day-to-day challenges. Learn how to manage those meltdowns and create cooperation.
Who is PDEP for?
PDEP is for all parents, grandparents, foster-parents and others who care for children of all ages. It's also for future parents.
WHEN: Wednesday's: March 4-April 29, 2026
TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
WHERE: EarlyON Child and Family Centre - 12 Colborne St. N. in Simcoe
COST: FREE
REGISTRATION: for more information or to register call: 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-82087 ext. 405 or email bsutcliffe@hnreach.on.ca