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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: NKT0043 | Last Modified: 11 Mar 2017 | Last Full Update: 11 Mar 2017 |
| Record Details | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-853-5514 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-877-516-3715 |
| After Hours Phone | Leave voice mail or call 310-COPE (310-2673) |
| Fax | 905-853-5949 |
| information@therose.ca | |
| Website | www.roseofsharon.com |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/roseofsharonservicesforyoungmothers Instagram: www.instagram.com/roseofsharon_85/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/RoseofSharon_YR |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Sharlene Gadsden, Event and Volunteer Coordinator, Rose of Sharon; Phone: 905-853-5514 ext 232 * 1-877-516-3715; Fax: 905-853-5949; Email: sgadsden@therose.ca |
| Established | 1985 |
| Primary Executive | Anna Pavan, Executive Director; Phone: ext 225; Email: apavan@therose.ca |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal - York Region ; Provincial - Trillium grant; Ministry of Community and Social Services ; Federal - Human Resources Skills Development Canada; Health Canada ; Fundraising ; United Way ; Private ; ShareLife Catholic Charities |
| Description (Service) | Offers individual supportive counselling through in-office and community visits * provides support and educational services to pregnant and parenting women (under age 25) with childcare support * parenting and personal development groups * links young mothers to parenting programs in their community providing referrals and information * emergency support with practical needs (diapers, formula, baby food) * transportation provided for some programs * (daycare) * small donation room for mothers in need to access food and gently used clothing/toys/household items;
High School Program support of a qualified teacher to complete high school credits includes the individual support of a Rose of Sharon counsellor, group parenting and personal development programs, and childcare support for children up to age of 18 months of program participants; Child Development Centre age appropriate programs, which include music, crafts, sensory play and outdoor activities for children while mothers attend educational or group services; Group Programs: Parenting Programs Six to eight week programs, once a week, that focus on specific aspects of parenting such as attachment, resiliency, and positive parenting; Personal Development Programs Six to eight week programs, once a week, focus on mother, topics have included Healthy Relationships and Self Empowerment.; Young Mothers Outreach Program (YMOP) with Rose of Sharon and Ontario Early Years Centre (OEYC) staff for fun and interactive activities for Mom and your child * Staff and volunteers support mothers through parenting programs, guest speakers, and information about community services; Workshops Twice a month covering specialized topics such as early literacy, nutrition, resume writing, cooking, and more |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | York Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Young mothers under the age of 25 and their families * High School program for young mothers under 21 years |
| Application | Volunteering: Application on website to be filled out, signed and submitted via mail, fax or email * volunteers will be contacted, interviewed, and asked to provide Vulnerable screen, TB test, and 3 references |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None ; Volunteer must cover costs of their vulnerable sector screening and TB test when required |
| Site Location | Former White Oaks Cleaners building |
| Located In Community | Newmarket |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Lorne Ave and Eagle St |
| Physical Access | Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door ; no elevator required ground level |
| Service Categories | Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance ~ Mothers |
| Resources | Pamphlets |