Trenton Military Family Resource Centre
Site: Trenton Military Family Resource Centre
Service: Youth Services
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: VIQ0841 | Last Full Update: 20 Jan 2020 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CRFM ; mfrc ; MFRC ; Siskin Centre ; Trenton MFRC ; VIQ |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Trenton |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Rivers Dr and Fullerton Ave |
| Mailing Address | c/o Trenton Military Family Resource Centre PO Box 1000 Station Forces Astra, ON K0K 3W0 |
| Bus Route Notes | Quinte Access Transit Map |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | A free drop-in centre for youth 6-12 years and teens 13-16 years * the centre works with youth, teens and community partners to ensure the provision of youth/teens programs and events which promote emotional and social well-being and which address identified needs. Some of these programs and events are: babysitting course, home alone, online safety, dances, seasonal activities, etc. Youth Resiliency Programs: Mindful Masters - this program provides easy strategies to help children, aged 9 to 12, focus their attention, improve on self-regulation, build resiliency and develop a positive mindset. Every Tuesday for 8 weeks | 6 pm – 7:30 pm Kids Have Stress Too! (for parents) - this program teaches parents and caregivers of children ages 4 to 9 to recognize when children are stressed and teach them ways to cope. You will learn to help your children develop healthy strategies which will help them to adapt, be resourceful, feel confident and become resilient. Every Thursday for 3 Weeks | 6 pm – 8 pm Y.A.S (Young and Skilled) - PA Days - this workshop will teach life skills to youth ages 10-14. Participants will learn simple skills to be healthy, happy, and helpful through physical activity, healthy eating, self-care, and contributing to the community. PA Days 9 am – 4 pm |
| Hours | Youth Centre Hours * Mon 6 pm- 8 pm * Tues; Thurs 6 pm- 9 pm * Fri 6 pm- 9 pm |
| Areas Served | Hastings County ; Prince Edward County ; Hasting County; Northumberland County; Prince Edward County; Quinte Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 6 year(s) - 16 year(s) |
| Application | Registration form; no fee |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Military Family Service/Support Centres ; Youth Centres ~ Families of Military Personnel/Veterans |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-965-3575 * 613-392-2811 ext 2568 * 613-392-2811 ext 4739 |
| Fax | 613-965-7371 |
| info@trentonmfrc.ca | |
| Website | www.trentonmfrc.ca |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Rabia Stobbart, Personal Development and Youth Services Coordinator, Trenton MFRC; Phone: 613-392-2811 ext 2568; Email: rabia.s@trentonmfrc.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Kendra Bickford, Youth Resiliency Coordinator; Phone: 613-392-2811 ext 4739; Email: kendra.b@trentonmfrc.ca |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Kate Buttaro, Volunteer Services Coordinator, Trenton MFRC; Phone: 613-392-2811 ext 3557 * 613-242-3359; Email: kate.b@trentonmfrc.ca |
| Primary Executive | Tamara Kleinschmidt, Executive Director; Phone: 613-392-2811 ext 7372; Email: tamara.k@trentonmfrc.ca |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1992 |
| Funding | Federal ; Fundraising |