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Community Action Program for Children (CAP-C)
"Gahwahiya:de ~ Family"
The CAPC program is designed to promote the healthy development of Urban Aboriginal children focusing on at-risk families with children ages 0-6 years. By offering community based, holistic and culturally relevant activities and workshops to Aboriginal families in Brantford, we hope to re-ignite the communities sense of belonging. Thus creating a better understanding of their traditional values and beliefs and the significance they play when it comes to raising a healthy family. By involving caregivers, parents and extended family members in all aspects of program design and delivery, we hope to instill a sense of "owership, pride, responsibility and strong family values".
Program Highlights & Description
"Lend 2 a Friend" Resource Lending Library
Community memebrs can "borrow" culturally relevant books, DVDs, movies and CDs simply by "signing" them out with a promise to return the borrowed item in a timely fashion. Once returned, an incentive wil be given and participants will be welcome to continue accessing this service that is available Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
"Moms & Tots" Circle
This is an all ages interactive play group designed for families, including fathers, and other individuals assuming the caregiver role. During this time there will age appropriate crafts, healthy snacks and simply together time with other families. This time will offer participants a safe, non-judgemental nuturing environment to share thoughts and/or ask questions related to their children. Circle time is scheduled for Tuesdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm and assistance with transportation is available.
"Healthy Children's Clinic"
This is a bi-weekly clinic for caregivers who may have concerns regarding their child's speech, vision, hearing and/or growth and development. A nurse practitioner from the Aboriginal Health Centre is on-site and available to make referrals to the appropriate service provider or to answer any other questions one may have regarding their child. Assistance with transportation is available.
"Back to Our Roots" Cultural Awareness Circle
A unique feature of the CAPC program has been to include activites that promote cultural teachings, crafts, foods and awareness. Families are welcome to attend this circle that is schedule for one Wednesday morning per month. A wide range of "traditional teachings" will be offered such as the Creation Story, the Five White Gifts, teachings of the Medicine Wheel and eventually, traditional drumming and dancing will be incorparated into this time. Healthy snacks will be provide as well as assistance for transportation.
"Because We Care" Care Closet
"Care packages" will be available once per month for those families who may be experiencing financial difficulties. The packages will consist of diapers, wipes, ointments, coupons and other health related information. Assistance with transportation will be available to access the Care Closet.
"Parenting Circle"
This program is scheduled for Monday mornings from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Topics will include traditional parenting practices, roles and responsibilites of the parents, budgeting, alternatives to disciplining your child and other topics as suggested by participants. A healthy snack and assistance with transportation will be provided.
"Creative Native" Cooking Circle
This fun time is intended to give those interested in gaining the basic skills needed to prepare healthy, cost-effective meals for their families. Once per month, participants are invited to partake in hands-on cooking demonstration that will include with each person recieving a grocery voucher that will allow them to make the meal at home for their families. Assistance with transportation will be provided.
Program Flyer
April 2008 Calendar
May 2008 Calendar
June 2008 Calendar
Be sure to check out the Events - Brantford page for upcoming events.
For more information please call:
Chasity Martin, Coordinator
(519) 754-4629
dahc1capc@bellnet.ca
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