4 Korners Family Resource Centre
Fall Programs 2006

Seniors Programs go to Children Programs

To register for any of our seniors programs or for information please call 450-974-3940.

Breakfast and Scrap Booking Club for Seniors Join us for a healthy breakfast, and to create new memories and new friends. We are pleased to offer our breakfast and scrap booking club once again this year starting September 22, 2006 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am every Friday for 10 weeks.
No cost.

Comfort Calls If you live alone and would like a friendly call each morning making sure all is well, we can do that. One of our conscientious volunteers will be pleased to be in touch with you.  No cost . 

Tai Chi Tai Chi has traditionally been an activity enjoyed by all ages. We are happy to announce that it will be back at the center. Learn how to breathe, relax, and feel better about yourself. Possibility of a beginners class and an advanced class based on registration. Teacher: Paul Duval   Cost: $50. for 12 weeks
Tuesday mornings and one other time each week that is convenient for most participants

Stand Up Have you fallen or feel like your balance isn’t like it used to be? In collaboration with the CLSC Jean –Olivier Chenier (CSSS du Lac des Deux-Montagnes), a physiotherapist will be offering a special program called “Stand Up” at 4 Korners Family Resource Center. Be sure to join this important and informative program and learn how you can prevent falls from occurring. This program is for 65 years and over.  No cost.

Walking Club Feel like getting some fresh air, exercise while  exploring new places ?
Enjoy the company of other walkers by joining our “walking club” on Monday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm.
No cost.  Please wear appropriate shoes to prevent injury. 

All Aboard  4 Korners is pleased to announce their second senior’s bus trip coming this fall. Do you have a special place that you would love to see or something you would like to do? Give us your ideas and let’s see where it leads us. Call Sylvia .

Other Programs The 4 Korners Family Resource Center continues to offer information and referral services for all English speaking people in the area.

Budgeting on a Shoestring Need to discuss budgeting issues with an expert? A chartered accountant will be available to meet with you individually to provide you with sound advice and pointers to better manage your finances.  Any adult is eligible. No cost. Call for appointment.

Women’s Wellness Group A group of women have been meeting at 4 Korners on Wednesday evenings to discuss topics of interest to them concerning their health and well-being. Bring your best suggestions.   No cost.

Diabetic Support and Learning Circle If you are diabetic and searching for information and answers to your questions please let us know as we would like to help you form a support group in this area. Topics and speakers would be decided on by the participants themselves. No cost.

Parents of Autistic Children Self Help Group  Autistic children can present a real challenge for any parent.
Sharing your experiences, concerns, and triumphs and getting support and tips from others who find themselves grappling with the same situations is always helpful. If you wish to be part of such a group, please let us help. No cost.

Information Sessions Information sessions will continue to be offered at a later date-----keep an eye open for publicity on these.

Volunteer Programs Volunteers are needed for many of our programs including children’s programs, comfort calls, assistance with support groups and with the family suppers.  Training will be provided at no cost.

A  Compass for the Time The most sought after and least understood skills in our social structures and workplaces today are those attributed to “leaders”.  This interactive ten week program seeks to understand leadership by focusing on why followers follow, the impact of empowerment, and the choices, principles and practices involved in effective leadership. We all have leadership characteristics and qualities to contribute to our families, our workplace and our community. Discover how your leadership style influences your life situations. 10 weeks Wednesdays 7 pm to 10 pm   Cost   $100.    

Children’s programs

For information on our children’s programs please call 450-974-3940.

Register in person between September 4^th and 15^th

New Program for families with pre school children

Did you know that there is a definite link between a family who eats meals with their children and the child’s ability to do well at school and curb bad behaviour? Also, a study of teenagers who shared 5 or more meals with one or more parents had higher rates of academic results, adjusted better psychologically, had lower rates of alcohol and drug use, and a lower suicidal risk.

This was taken from a report done by the Department of Psychology at Emory University and complies with many other reports done on the subject. Therefore 4 Korners Family Resource Center has decided to embark on a project called “What’s For Dinner.” Held twice a month these suppers will provide busy families with the opportunity to sit down and have a well planned meal with their family and 4 or 5 other families. Each family will get the opportunity to plan and serve a meal to the rest of the group. A nutritionist will help with the planning and an animator will be on hand to present information and ensure that these sessions are fun and informative. You will learn how to turn a “fast food” meal into a delicious, nutritious meal. In order to participate, you must have at least one child under the age of 5. Space is limited for this program so please call soon. Due to special funding, there is no cost to the participants in this project.

Music and Movement for pre school children Due to the fact that children are exercising less and less these days why not get them off to a good start by participating in this dynamic program.
This program will help parents and children realize that music is another language and another way by which children learn about themselves and others. Children 2 years of age must be accompanied by their parents.
10 sessions – one and a half hours each Cost: $7.00 per session

The program for 3 year olds along with Music and Movement will include a story hour followed by an activity. Parents need not remain on the premises. 10 sessions – 3 hours each Cost: $10.00 per session  

Babies On The Go Parent and baby participate in this fun and informative workshop, animated by an experienced leader. The parent gets the opportunity to interact with other parents and babies. The workshop provides a great deal of expert information compiled by a group of Health and Social Service professionals, and gives the parents a chance to share their experience and questions with each other.
10 sessions – 2 hours each - Cost: $10 per session

Drop Off Daycare Give yourself a break and leave your children with experienced and competent caregivers. Potty trained pre-school aged children can be accommodated. We will use a plan – do – review process during activities. 3 hour sessions Cost $10.00
Notice must be given to the Center at least 2 working days before drop off.

Program days will be determined based on the availability of participants.

Happy Friday To finish the week with a fun and easy workshop, some of the moms from 4 Korners have formed a group which meets on Friday afternoons. They would like you to join them at the Center to plan activities and get together for a pleasant afternoon.

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