Children First
2565 Ouellette Avenue, Suite 105 N8X 1L9 Windsor, ON, Canada

We are here! We remain open during lockdown and are ready to support any questions you have regarding your child's growth and development and how best to support their needs. http://ow.ly/OpWd50D0O8g

Children First remains open during the lock down. ph. 519.250.1850 www.children-first.ca The office will be closed December 25, 28 and January 1.

TUESDAY TIP: If you or someone you know is in need, or you are interested in donating pantry staples - please consider Project HOPE. Offering drive-through safe pick ups between 7-8PM.

Children First remains open during the lock down. ph. 519.250.1850 www.children-first.ca

Update: Children First remains open during the lock down. For information, support, or to inquire regarding services: ph. 519.250.1850 www.children-first.ca The office will be closed December 25, 28 and January 1.

5 LITTLE DUCKS! LIVE from Connections Early Years.

A thought for Thursday. #thoughtfulthursday

What are you reading this Wednesday? Check out this new series of stories!

FREE Virtual Paint Class for kids SATURDAY January 30!

A thought for Thursday... #randomactsofkindness

Narratives of Belonging: A series for early learning professionals exploring how does who we are and what we say and do affect how we create spaces of inclusion and belonging for children, families, and community. Windsor/Essex educators please register through your OneHSN account at this link. https://onehsn.com/Windsor/Admin/en/Account/Login?Login=pd... New users can create an account at that same link. All other registrations can be made by contacting: [email protected] indicating full name, job position and preferred email contact. NOTE: All confirmed registrants will be provided with ZOOM link access & accompanying learning kit. https://www.children-first.ca/news-events/ #narrativesofbelonging #narrativesofbelonging #cityofwindsorchildrensservices #childrenfirstwe

Tip Tuesday - TALKING ABOUT PRE-Printing Skills! Enjoy the activities and advice from Resource Consultant, Bethany. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3youSFZhrw

We would like to hear families’ thoughts about how our child and youth mental health system can improve the quality of services for children under 6 and their f...amilies throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This survey only takes 5 minutes to complete, thank you for input! http://ow.ly/RVt550BDw3A See more

It's Messy Monday!!! Let's make bubbles that can bounce on your hand! http://ow.ly/rBct50CkGLK

This week's feature video series has been created by McMaster Children’s Hospital staff and doctors to help support families during the transition back-to-school. Click the link for additional videos and resources. http://ow.ly/QO9T50BK8wG

There is no question the holidays are going to be extra challenging this year. Child Mind Institute has some great tips for dealing with holidays during the pandemic. http://ow.ly/BCKA50CkEVr

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Wednesdays are for wondering...but wonder no more... Ms. Lindsey has another story to share from the chair! https://youtu.be/gJ5SyEmTH64

Top tip for Tuesday: Positive parenting advice around limiting NO, STOP, DONT from dominating your behavior support strategies.

Messy Monday night fun... But its so much FUN! https://pin.it/3RSHLn1

A thought for Thursday! Be you #babaramdass #childrenfirstwe #thoughtforthursday

Grab a cushion or a chair... Ms. Lindsey is back with another story https://youtu.be/7OtU4jSRyaQ

Its Friday! Join Carole as she takes us for a quick tour of our new location! https://youtu.be/8zqlDMP0kaQ

A thought for Thursday... Janay from Hotel Dieu Grace Health Care - RCC offers some helpful strategies around weaning down screen time as we prepare for the return to school. https://youtu.be/92-wg7EsgBs

Wondering where to get adaptable supplies for your childrens shoes - wonder no more!

Question & Answer: LINK BELOW Self Help Skills for Back to School with Tina Blemings, Occupational Therapist. If you have questions or comments, please post them below and we will do our best to answer them. https://youtu.be/JHoqHB9Egqw

Let’s BOUNCE back into Monday with this fun recipe! https://pin.it/4Q1th90

ENVISAGE: Is currently recruiting for their September 2020 ENVISAGE workshops for parents of children under the age of 6 with any neurodevelopmental disability. The program includes 5 weekly one-hour virtual sessions. ... They started running the ENVISAGE program in the Fall 2019 and this program has continued during COVID-19 restrictions and parents have shared that it has been incredibly helpful, giving them a welcomed distraction from the ongoing care they are providing during this isolating period, and something they can do for themselves. As one parent stated, "I have been enjoying this experience very much. With all that is going on in the world right now, it is nice to have something positive to focus on and contribute to." For further information and registration, please visit: Website: https://www.canchild.ca//enabling-vision-and-growing-expec Video: https://vimeo.com/352968124 Next start date is Thursday September 10 at 8 pm Eastern time. [email protected]

Time for some FRIDAY FUN! Have you ever painted along to music? It's so much fun - check out our Mario themed masterpieces!

A bit of a rainy day...but Carole is back with another stop around our community! https://youtu.be/-0RFoaHLV4s

THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY. #childrenfirstwe #thoughtfulthursday

NEXT TUESDAY! Join us on our FACEBOOK page at 7:30PM to review a helpful Q&A session with one of our Occupational Therapist around self help skills for back to school! If you have any QUESTIONS - please feel free to post them below! #selfhelpskills #childrenfirstwe... #occupationaltherapy See more

Wondering how to help parents and children in starting full day kindergarten? Heres an excellent 25 minute webinar shared by two of our Resource Consultants Carole & Erin to prepare for this milestone. If you have more questions or feel that your child and family may require additional resources in transitioning to school or child care this fall, please call us at 519-250-1850 to see if your needs would best be supported by our agency. https://youtu.be/NSOQ7bpd44s

Today - We wore orange to honour all those lives lost or forever changed from Residential Schools. Everyday we will make strides towards reconciliation and we will remember. #everychildmatters #orangeshirtday #childrenfirstwe

A tip for Tuesday: Take a moment together and think - what fills your heart with happiness? Share together, share your happiness! Enjoy this reading of My Heart Fills with Happiness by Monique Gray Smith ... read by one of our Resource Consultants Sarah Jane Doiron Grant. https://youtu.be/HHmradF8GxQ

Something to get messy on a Monday with supples you probably have around the house HAPPY MONDAY!

Joyeux Samedi! Saviez-vous que nous offrons des services en franais? Voici une vido utile pour en savoir plus sur notre programme. https://youtu.be/AEZwLFbjp-Y

Its Friday! Best way to kick off the weekend in heading out into the Community with Carole https://youtu.be/j5GXS2oAiPI

@unitedwaywe is offering the Backpacks for Success program! Next Tuesday and Thursday at 6 separate locations in Windsor-Essex County families in need can pick up backpacks with supplies to equip students Kindergarten through Grade 12, first come first serve. For more information contact United Way at 226-345-7293.

Thoughts for Thursday. #dothebestyoucan #inspired #mayaangelou

Oh look! Its time for another Story from the Chair, go grab a seat or a cushion while Ms. Lindsey reads "Mine" by Hiawyn Oram.

Tip for Tuesday: Tap into these Mental Health All-Stars whenever needed! @iamhoneydill #mentalhealthallstars #tuesdaytip... #childrenfirstwe See more

Our friend Louise at John McGivney Childrens Centre is sharing an excellent rock painting idea! Enjoy!

Its Monday! Lets not make a mess Heres a link to a fun smush painting activity with very little clean up. https://happytoddlerclub.com/mess-free-smush-painting-todd/

We are heading to the beach with Carole this week :) https://youtu.be/GRDPCop67zw

A thought for your Thursday. #bethereason #childrenfirstwe #thoughtfulthursday

Tuesday Tip: Youth Diversion presents #parentingunplugged These webinars are available on Youth Diversions website & YouTube channel and are a convenient and easy to navigate resource for parents with children of all ages who are parenting in the age of DIGITAL & VIRTUAL! For more information reach out to @youthdiversion_ecdp... #youthdiversion #digitalparenting See more

WOW! Making Mondays & everyday of the week a little more exciting! Check out the activities planned by Connections Early Years Family Centre by clicking the shared post below.

The Triple P Summer Series: IS ONLINE! Engaging topics to support caregivers perspective around positive parenting strategies. Contact Tammy by phone at: 519-257-5215 ext. 74033

Some Friday Fun with Carole in the Community. Enjoy the sunshine! https://youtu.be/zZwBBbiOjzE

Our phones are out sick today, we are very sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. You can contact us through our website www.children-first.ca.

A thought for Thursday - What was good about your day? #thoughtfulthursdays #childrenfirstwe

Wondering what its like to work with Children First? Take a look at how we work together to develop a family plan that suits your familys needs. https://youtu.be/4mf-9aQR2W0

Tuesday tip: We often think to encourage children to use their words when sharing their feelings - instead lets think of ways to work together to model the conversation. #tuesdaytips #childrenfirstwe

A smile for your Saturday... a story from the chair! Pull up a cushion and get comfy while Ms. Lindsey reads Ish.

Always fun with Carole in the community! Whos going bike riding this weekend?

FREE KIDS VIRTUAL PAINT CLASS!

A thought for Thursday. Make the best of today! #childrenfirstwe #thoughtfulthursday #makingmemories

ITS NEVER TOO LATE TO DANCE! Check out Melanie & friends moving to FREEZE DANCE!