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
Pollinator Pals - Dunnville Garden
Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Location: H-N REACH Dunnville Office, 110 Ramsey Drive, Dunnville.
Facilitator: Nancy Schuur - Group Services & Targeted Prevention Coordinator.
We are Seeking POLLINATOR PALS! Are you ready to embark on an exciting and fulfilling journey that not only helps the environment but also enhances your mental fitness? Come Help Us Plant a Pollinator Garden! This event is in-person.
Ages 7-11- Free to Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities - Space is Limited
For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350.
Pollinator Pals - Townsend Garden
Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Location: H-N REACH Main Office, 101A Nanticoke Creek Pkwy, Townsend.
Facilitator: Nancy Schuur - Group Services & Targeted Prevention Coordinator.
We are Seeking POLLINATOR PALS! Are you ready to embark on an exciting and fulfilling journey that not only helps the environment but also enhances your mental fitness? Come Help Us Plant a Pollinator Garden! This event is in-person.
Ages 7-11- Free to Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities - Space is Limited
For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350.
Mental Health Community Fitness Trail in Townsend
For Children's Mental Health Week
Open: May 1 - 31, 2025
Visit the trail and enjoy practicing your mental fitness at all 11 activity stations along the way!
101 Nanticoke Creek Parkway, Townsend, ON.
Self-Care Garden Expression Session
Date: Wednesday May 21, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Platform: Virtual via Zoom
This virtual expression session teaches youth the importance of self-care to maintain their mental wellness. We’ll explore many self-care activities and participants will plant, grow, and nurture their very own garden as a metaphoric reminder of self-care.
Expression Sessions are part of the Mental Health Fitness Series teaching youth specific skills to maintain and grow their mental wellness.
Ages 7-11- Free to Youth in Haldimand, Norfolk and Neighbouring Communities - Space is Limited
This expression session is offered virtually via the ZOOM Platform. Caregiver participation required.
For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350.
Groups & Workshops for Parents and Caregivers
Parent/Caregiver Workshop
What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work
Learn to:
- Successfully use the emotion coaching approach
- Build communication between you and your child
- Support your child with improved self-regulation
Mondays - March 24, 31, April 7 & 14, 2025
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Virtual on the Zoom Platform
FREE to Caregivers in Haldimand, Norfolk and neighbouring communities
For more information or to register call 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 x350
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Date: Wednesdays February 5 - April 2, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: EarlyON at 12 Colborne Street North, Simcoe
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem-solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
Positive Discipline In Everyday Parenting (In-Person Group)
Date: Thursday's February 6 - April 3, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: EarlyON at 282 Argyle St. South, Unit 4, Caledonia
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem-solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405
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 (In-Person Group)
Date: Thursday's March 20 - May 15, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: EarlyON at 659 New Credit Road, Building #3, Hagersville
Want to raise your child, not your voice? Our problem-solving model promotes healthy child development and strong parent-child relationships for parents/caregivers with children up to the age of 6.
Free childcare on site
This program is offered in partnership with Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation EarlyON Child and Family Centre
For more information visit www.positivedisciplineeveryday.com
To register call Barb at 519-587-2441 or 1-800-265-8087 Ext. 405