The Incredible Journey: Ryan’s Story

Family & Children, Stories

Just before Ryan’s 21st birthday, he became the father of a baby girl   “I was a very young dad,” recalls Ryan. “It’s kind of a lonely life when you’re that young. None of my friends had kids, so not a lot of people understood what it was like.” Feeling alone and...

Managing Anger

Family & Children, News

Parenting can be a difficult and stressful job at times. Getting angry with others and yourself? It happens. Here are some of the preventative steps to managing anger as taught in the Family Education’s Anger Awareness class. Developing assertive boundaries and...

Family Literacy Day – January 27th!

Events, Family & Children, News

This nationally celebrated day aims to increase awareness on the value of reading and engaging in literacy related activities as a family. Families are encouraged to take time each day to engage in literacy related activities – even just 15 minutes a day can...

Keeping Your Baby Safe

Family & Children, News

Do you know how to keep your baby close and keep your baby safe? When you’re wearing a sling, carrier or wrap, don’t forget the T.I.C.K.S. On October 8th Alina Brigden came to the Best for Babies program to demonstrate baby wearing tips. The one thing to...

Moms, Need Help?

Family & Children, News

People like Robyn a first-time mother, who reached out to Family Centre at Abbotsford Community Services and found a lifeline in the Postpartum and Wellness program. By the time Robin had her three children, she took almost every program offered at Family Centre. This...