Services & Programs

• Family Time drop-in sessions for parents, caregivers and children.
• Children's play opportunities, creative and early enrichment activities.
• Adult/Child early learning, literacy and school readiness programs.
• Open Door information and referral services.
• Parent/Caregiver resource library.
• Pre-natal, post-natal, and child development programs (through Peel Health, Peel Infant Development, Peel Family Education Centre).
• "Adjustments After Birth" Postpartum Support Group.
• Parent/Caregiver education sessions and couple/family enrichment programs (through the above agencies plus Peel Family Services, Family Transition Place, Catholic Family Services, etc).
• Health promotion programs (through the above agencies plus local health care professionals).
• PEP-START clinics for children (through Brampton/Caledon Community Living, Erinoak, Peel Children's Centre, Peel Infant Development, Peel Preschool Speech and Language, Region of Peel Children's Services).
• Speech and language therapy (through Peel Preschool Speech and Language Services).
• Assistance, support and programs for children with special learning needs and their families (through Brampton/Caledon Community Living, etc).
• Child care information.
• Red Cross Babysitting Course.
• Rural Community Outreach Satellite and Mobile Unit. Services and programs are offered in the following five rural communities throughout Caledon: Alton, Caledon East, Cheltenham, Mono Mills and Valleywood.

Consulting Services 

Early Literacy Specialists (Region of Peel ~ Children's Services)
Early Literacy Specialists provide support and consultation to parents and caregivers to promote children's early language and literacy development.  Helpful ideas, resources and educational activities are shared with families to help develop reading and writing skills in everyday life.  On-site monthly.  See our calendar for dates and times.

Public Health Nurses (Peel Public Health)
Public Health Nurses provide current, credible health related information for parents and caregivers of young children on topics such as general health, immunizations and communicable diseases.  They also deliver health related presentations with a focus on nutrition and discipline.  Referrals are made to other community resources if appropriate.

Child Behaviour Consultants (Peel Children's Centre}
Child Behaviour Consultants meet with families who have concerns about their child's behaviour and/or mental health.  Consultants discuss social-emotional and behavioural issues and can make recommendations or help with referrals.  On-site twice a month by appointment only.  To book an appointment, contact our Program Manager at 905-857-0090.

Speech & Language Consultants (Peel Speech & Language)
Speech & Language Consultants meet with families regarding speech, language and communication concerns.  The consultants will determine the appropriateness of referrals to the Halton/Peel Speech and Language program and/or other agencies.  Strategies are also provided to help facilitate communication development while families are awaiting referrals.  On-site monthly by appointment only.  To book an appointment, contact our Program Manager at 905-857-0090.

Autism Consultants (Kerry's Place Autism Services)
Autism Consultants meet with families to discuss issues and concerns specific to their situations.  Appointments are available the third Wednesday of each month.  To book an appointment, call Linda Jongsma at 905-457-1130 at ext. 206.  Please indicate that you would like to book a Family Resource Day appointment at the Bolton Early Years Centre.  When leaving a message, provide contact information and briefly outline the concerns and issues to be addressed.

Support Services 

Adjustments After Birth (Postpartum Mood Disorder Peer Support Group)
This support group is for mothers affected by postpartum depression and related mood disorders.  Share your experience in a safe and supportive environment and learn strategies to help you cope during this challenging time of adjustment.  Group is held weekly at our main location in Bolton.  Group and childcare are provided free of charge.  Registration is required.  To register, call 905-857-0090 or email tcolasanti@cp-cc.org.  
To download the "Adjustments After Birth" flyer click here.

A comprehensive listing of additional resources can be found online at http://www.pmdinpeel.ca/

Let's Get Together: Parenting Children with Special Needs
An inclusive program for families presented by the Caledon Parent-Child Centre and Brampton/Caledon Community Living.  Come play and connect with other families to explore the various issues that surround parenting a child with special needs.  To register call 905-857-0090 or email ailsa@cp-cc.org.
To download the "Let's Get Together" flyer click here.

Post Adoption Group
This group is designed to support families on their post adoption journey.  It addresses the unique and complex issues experienced by families who have adopted, domestically or internationally, privately or publicly.  For parents of children 0-6 years of age.  To register, call 905-857-0090 or email ailsa@cp-cc.org. 

Growing Together in Peel:  Support for Low Income Families
This program provides support and information that low income families need to raise their children.  It is designed for families with children 0-6 years of age who have a total household income of less than $45,000.  To register, call 905-857-0090 or email lhynds@cp-cc.org.

Breastfeeding Clinics
Please note that clinics are no longer available at our location.  To access a breastfeeding clinic near you, call Health Line Peel at 905-799-7700 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.  Clinics are free of charge.

Support for Abused Women and their Children
Private, confidential counselling for abused women (with or without children) is available with Family Transition Place (FTP) counsellors at the CPCC.  Caledon women dealing with the emotional and psychological impacts of abuse and trauma can meet with a Community Counsellor.  Women who need legal or housing support, as well as assistance with budgeting, safety planning, support with legal issues, problem solving and/or linking with community resources can meet with a Transitional Support Counsellor.  Appointments can be made by call FTP at 905-584-4357.  Child care can be arranged.  24 Hour crisis support and information are available at 905-584-HELP or TTY 519-942-1651 for the deafened and hard of hearing.  Emergency shelter and transportation to the shelter are also available. http://www.familytransitionplace.ca/

Program Descriptions

Family Time - all ages
Adults and children can drop-in and explore a variety of play and activity centres in a stimulating environment.  No registration required.

Circle Time - all ages
Children and adults will participate together in singing familiar songs and listening to new and favourite stories.  This circle/story time is offered mid-morning during Family Time.  No registration required, but groups will be limited.

Super Circle - all ages
This theme-based circle/story time includes songs, stories and a craft activity for families to enjoy.  Sign-in required on a first come, first served basis.

Bedtime Stories - all ages
Join us at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings during Family Time for special bedtime stories.  Wear your pajamas so you are ready to crawl under the covers when you get home.  No registration required.

Infant Mother Goose - 0 to 12 months
Adults and children will be introduced to an interactive program of songs, rhymes and cuddly games that encourage early communication and foster bonding and attachment.  Registration required.

Sign With Your Baby - 6 to 18 months
Babies have control over their hands long before they develop the skills required for speech.  More and more parents, grandparents and caregivers are recognizing the many benefits of this early communication.  Registration required.

Baby Playtime - 6 to 18 months
This program is designed to provide a social and fun playtime for parents and their infants.  Includes a Circle Time.  Registration required.

Toddler Mother Goose - 12 to 30 months
This interactive program for adults and children focuses on the use of songs, finger plays, rhymes and storytelling designed to enhance early communication and social development.  Registration required.

Ready. Set. Grow - 18 to 36 months
Adults and children will play and grow together in a social, child-centred environment.  Exciting learning opportunities will focus on numeracy, language and literacy.  Registration required.

Move & Groove - 2 to 6 years
This program introduces young children to the concepts of music, movement and dramatic play.  The focus is to encourage listening, watching, imitating, gross motor development and language skills.  Registration required.

Movin' & Groovin' with My Dad - 2 to 6 years
This program introduces young children to the concepts of music, movement and dramatic play while building a strong father-child relationship.  Registration required.

Creative Kids - 2 to 6 years
This program focuses on creativity.  Children and adults will explore all aspects of the arts including drama, music and visual arts.  Basic concepts encourage listening, watching, imitating, gross motor development and language skills.  Registration required.

Play & Learn - 2 to 6 years
"Play is the work of a child".  An hour of fun-filled educational activities will be provided to children and their accompanying adults to experience, explore, play and learn together.  Offered at the Cheltenham Satellite only.  Registration required.

Fun With Phonics - 3 to 6 years
Structured activities will enhance cognitive development and reading readiness, including letter and sound recognition. The learning concepts explored will help prepare young children for school and reinforce concepts for those already in school.  Registration required.

Fun With Math - 3 to 6 years
Beginning math concepts will be introduced through play, art and sensory experiences.  Each session will focus on a different math area such as matching, sorting, counting and measuring.  Registration required.

Fun With Science - 3 to 6 years
Hands on experiments will help your child to find out why things happen in our fascinating world.  Your child's natural curiousity will be encouraged along with inquiry and problem solving, language and social skills.  Registration required.

Math & Reading Club - JK & SK students
A tutoring program designed to support JK and SK students who would benefit from additional assistance with language and/or math concepts.  The tutoring sessions incorporate interactive activities that encourage literacy and numeracy skills.  Our staff work in conjunction with parents and teachers to tailor the program to students' particular needs.  Registration required.

Friday Morning Workshops
Parents and caregivers will participate in workshops dealing with a variety of parenting subjects. For a small fee, children can attend the "Me & My Friends" program.  Registration required. 
Me & My Friends - 0 to 6 years
While parents and caregivers participate in parenting education workshops, the children in their care will play in a variety of play centres in a stimulating environment. An interactive story time and a snack time will be included. Children will participate with experienced staff and volunteers. Registration required.

You & Your Baby - Parents and Infants 0 to 6 months
New mothers are provided opportunities to make new contacts with other first time moms. Education and support is provided on topics such as feeding and nutrition, safety, family adjustments, infant health, discipline etc. Babies remain with moms, no child care is provided.  Registration required.

Infant Massage - Parents and Infants 0 to 6 months
This five week course teaches parents the importance of human touch, the benefits of massage and how to use massage techniques to calm and connect with your baby.  Registration required.  Cost:  $40

Parenting Your Infant - Parents and Infants 6 to 12 months
This program provides helpful information on parenting your infant.  Educational topics include safety, introduction to literacy, the importance of music, etc.   Adults will take home information to support and stimulate their child's healthy development.  Babies remain with parents, no child care is provided.  Registration required.

Open Door - all ages
Parents and caregivers can utilize an extensive parenting book and audio/visual library and access information on local family support services. Resources can be accessed during Family Time.  No registration required.