Parenting Resources for Military Families
Parenting, at the best of times can be challenging while living the military lifestyle, and as our current situation continues to evolve with unexpected deployments, school closures, and perhaps working remotely – it’s a lot to navigate for anyone, but especially parents!
The following resources provide assistance, tips and ideas to help parents and caregivers do the most important job there is!
| Organization | Description | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Strongest Families | Families can self-refer for telephone, parenting supports relating to children who are experiencing anxiety and behavioural issues. Facilitators are also familiar with aspects pertaining to the military lifestyle and supporting children and youth with extra support/special needs. | 1-866-470-7111 |
| South Island Child | This website offers information and resources for caregivers and parents of children in the South Island area. | Visit website |
| Island Health | This a provincial resource providing children and youth’s mental health supports. The website contains information regarding mental health needs and community resources. | 250-519-6720 Visit website |
| FamilySmart Society for Kids’ Mental Health | This organization has programs that are focused on enhancing the experience and quality of services and supports for children, youth, and their families. | 1-855-887-8007 |
| Ministry of Children and Family Development | The website provides a list of governmental resources and information for children and youth. | Visit website |
| The Newfeld Institute | This website link gives you access to Dr. Gordon Newfeld’s public presentations on Youtube. Various topics that include Relation Matters, The Keys to Wellbeing of Children and Youth and many more. | Visit website |
| Tips on Parenting from Unicef during Covid-19 | This website has a few tip sheets to help talk about the pandemic with your child. | View tip sheets |
