The McMan Family Resource Network (FRN) is a community hub that provides a range of services and programming for children, youth, and families in Okotoks and surrounding communities.

We provide a welcoming environment and connect individuals with the resources, services, and people they need in the areas of:

• Social connection and support
• Caregiver capacity building
• Child development and well-being

We partner with local organizations to ensure the holistic needs of families are addressed. Our key partners are:

Kindred who provides single session counselling for children, youth and parents/caregivers.

Children’s Cottage Society who provide Home Visitation Services for parents of children (prenatal to 6 years) in the family home.

The McMan Family Resource Network is funded by the Government of Alberta.

The McMan Family Resource Network provides the following services for parents and caregivers:

• Brief in-home support services (3-5 visits)
• Assessment and screening
• Individualized support
• A variety of parenting workshops and support groups
• Coordination and referral to other services
• Single session counselling provided by Catholic Family Service

Parent Education Events

Stay n’ Play Explore the fun forest with all it’s toys and make new friends for future play dates. We believe in building connection and belonging within our community, so come be a part of the Fun Forest community.

Music for Life Come with your child to sing songs, explore musical instruments for the first time in a fun and interactive way with peers of similar ages.

Taming Worry Dragons  Parents come sign up for 30 minute sessions that provide strategies to support your child with worry and anxiety. This information will help you to support your child as they go through the Taming Worry Dragons program.

Zones of Regulation This parent class is designed to help teach parents Zones of Regulation using similar language their children learn, to help parents support their kids as they practice and actively utilize Zones of Regulation. This class will occur simultaneously to when your child is registered in Zones of Regulation.

Arts for Miles Parents, babies and tots, come join the FRN for the last week of the month for art week! Based on applying developmental milestones to guide interactive learning/play in an artistic manor.

Kids Yoga  Come join us for Kids Yoga and parent self-care time. Kids will build foundational yoga skills through deep breathing and positive affirmations, while parents participate in self-care in a separate room.

Kindergarten Prep Come join us for an information session on what you can do to help prepare your child for success as they transition to kindergarten.

ASQ Assessments The Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) is a developmental check-up for children 2-60 months. You will look at your child’s skills in 5 areas including: Communication, Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Problem-Solving, and Personal-Social.

Please contact Roshelle Stooshnov for more information at roshelle.stooshnov@mcmancalgary.ca  or 403-620-0510

Workshops & Events for Parents and Caregivers:

The McMan Family Resource Network provides the following services for children 0-6 years:

• Developmental screenings
• Recreation and play-based learning
• Early literacy programming
• Pre & postnatal supports
• Coordination and referral to services
• Single-session counselling offered by Catholic Family Service
• Home Visitation Services provided by Children’s Cottage Society

Come check out our programs for children and their caring adults to laugh, learn, create and explore together.

The McMan Family Resource Network provides the following services for children 7-13 years of age:

• KickStart Leadership Program to enhance life and social skills, improve communication skills and develop positive relationships.
• Skills for Anger Workshop which explores issues surrounding anger, emotions, and interpersonal conflict.
• Big Feels Workshop, to learn skills to help cope with big emotions. Participants will learn basic emotional regulation skills and create their own calming kit to use in situations where they may need a little extra support to stay calm.
• Individual sessions, 1 to 1 support to increase skills and enhance learning
• Single session counselling offered by Catholic Family Service
• Coordination and referral to other community services

The McMan Family Resource Network provides the following for youth:

• Life Skills Program for youth 14-18 years to deepen social emotional, communication and self management skills. Can be customized to any demographic including youth sports teams, school groups or clubs.
• Career Track workshop for youth who want to discover their gifts, set and work towards their employment goals. Topics covered include resume writing, job search and interview skills.
• Skills for Anger for Youth – a 10 hour course designed  to increase conflict resolution and communication skills
• Life and Skill Building workshops. We offer a variety of short workshops covering a variety of topics to support youth in their development and provide an opportunity to connect with others.  Topics covered include budgeting, cooking, managing anxiety, Learners test preparation (class 7), drumming circles, and health & wellness.
• Individual, 1 to 1 supports to deepen skills and learning.
• Single session counselling provided by Catholic Family Service
• Coordination and referrals to other services