Children and Families
Parenting supports and social programs build healthy family behaviours and positive child and youth experiences. Happy, resilient families strengthen the community and are a measure of Beaumont's social health. Find community-supported children's and family programs through Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), schools, workshops, events and referrals.
Childcare
Beaumont Child Care Services provides care for children aged 0-11 years through the Early Learning Child Care and School Aged Site. These programs provide Early Childhood Development resources and support to children, families, educators and the community.
A child's early development has lifelong effect on attributes like:
- Physical health and well-being
- Social competence
- Emotional maturity
- Language and thinking skills
- Communication skills and general knowledge
Talk Club
Talk club supports emotional wellbeing through exploring a range of feelings (common topics: family changes and friendship groups). This program is offered in schools through the school counsellor or a Family School Liaison Worker.
Home Alone
Pre-teens learn basic skills to feel safe and confident while home alone. Offered on various PD days throughout the school year as well as during the summer months. Register online through Click-It.
Summer programs
A variety of summer programs are offered for children between the ages of 7-12 years old. Register online through Click-It.
Family
FCSS hosts and collaborates with other agencies to put on various parenting, emotional and financial workshops and presentations.
Know how to identify, prevent and resolve family violence. Resources are available to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
Call the 24/7 Family Violence Info Line toll-free at 310-1818 to get anonymous help in more than 170 languages.