Current Programs:

The following programs are either currently running or will be starting up with enough registration.

Childcare may be available upon request.

Check out the posters for our upcoming programs on the Upcoming Events page.

Just click on upcoming events at the bottom of this page.

Parent and Tot/Infant Playgroup

The playgroup runs weekly:        Wednesdays 9:00-11:30am and 1:30-3:00pm

These are informal, drop-in playgroups for parents and their children.

If an interest is shown, resources and information can be accessed from staff as per the group or individual request.

The playgroup takes place at the Partners office.

We have a separate area for the playgroup with tons of toys and books.

*Partners Wellness Series

Sponsored by:  Ministry of Justice and Community Initiatives Funding

Building Self-Esteem

There is no cost for this workshop.

Please phone as early as possible to register.  There is a limited number of spaces available.

Building Assertiveness

There is no cost for this workshop.

Please phone as early as possible to register.  There is a limited number of spaces available.

Positive Parenting - Tips & Tools for Moving from Frazzled to Fun!

This is a parenting class offering strategies for dealing with children of all ages.

We will discuss various aspects of parenting such as the different parenting styles,

the importance of encouragement, taking care of yourself as a busy parent, positive discipline and many more topics.

We will also discuss some survival strategies for dealing with a child though the summer months.

Phone to register. Space is limited.

Parenting a Child with Challenging Behaviors

This program provides practical solutions to parents who have children with challenging behaviors.

The program is designed to helps you create a positive, respectful, and rewarding relationship between you and your child.

Anger Management

For Parents and Children

Adults and children will learn how to recognize their anger and deal with it in a healthy, non-violent and constructive manner.

The workshop is for parents and children ages 5-10.

Space is limited so phone early to register you and your child.

If you are a parent and wish to register alone you are more than welcome.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to phone and ask.

*School Programs

Fee for Service

Salvaging Sisterhood

An 8 week program for girls ages 10-15.

Salvaging Sisterhood is designed to teach relationally aggressive girls how to effectively communicate with each other as opposed to talking about one another.

This program is designed to be presented in a school setting.

If your school is interested please call.  We are willing to facilitate over a two day period instead of an 8 week program.

Healthy Relationships for your School

Healthy Relationships is a violence prevention curriculum designed to provide students with the skills

to form healthy relationships with peers and the opposite gender as well as develop conflict resolution skills.

The program is designed for Grades 7, 8, and 9 but we would be willing to adapt it to fit any grade level.

Partners staff will be available to deliver the following topics:

Dealing with Rejection and Disappointment

Managing Stress

Banish Bullying!!

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If your school would like a presentation on a topic that does not appear on this list

please feel free to call the office and we can look into developing a new presentation.

Adult Friendship Group (AFG)

The Adult Friendship Group meets at Partners on the last Wednesday each month from 4:30pm - 7:30pm.

New faces are always welcome! It is very informal so you do not have to pre-register.

The Adult Friendship Group provides a welcoming atmosphere for people to meet, enjoy good food and great company.

Activities revolve around cards, board games, potluck meals and good conversation.

Occasionally the group participates in activities such as bowling and mini golf.

For more information contact James Folster: 306-366-4913

Inclusive Social Thinking Program

Sponsored by Royal Bank of Canada, Humboldt, SK

There is a fee for this program and space is limited.

If we teach students to think socially they ca n take their thinking and use it effectively across many situations.

The goal of this program is to shift the focus of control from educators and parents to the individual.

Classes are offered to the following age groups:

• kindergarten to grade 2

• grades 3-5

• grades 6-8

• grades 9-12

Each age group will attend class once a week at Partners for Rural Family Support in Humboldt for one hour after school from 4-5 pm.

50 minutes will be direct instruction for the children while the remaining 10 minutes

will be spent with the parents outlining the concepts learned and covered in the weekly session.

For more information & registration contact

Christy Waldner 682-2115 or email k.c.waldner@sasktel.net

Emergency Cell Phone Program  

Emergency Cell Phones are available for people whose safety may be at risk.      

Aurora Project

This is an ongoing program providing support and assistance to individuals wishing to leave abusive situations.

The Aurora Project offers drop-in support during our office hours.  

 *Additional Programs

The following programs can be offered based on need and funding.

Start dates and times will be scheduled in consultation with group participants.   

Childcare may be available upon request

Call Partners for Rural Family Support at 682-4135 or 1-866-682-4135 for more information or to register

When a Relationship Ends

This program will help with you with healing and rebuilding of your life after the end of a marriage or interpersonal relationship.

Healthy Relationships

 This program is designed for Grades 7, 8, 9.

Developed in the early 90's, by Men for Change, in response to the killing of 14 female engineering students in Montreal in 1989,

this program was created by teachers to supplements the Health Curriculum. This program is no cost to your school.

Healthy Relationships is a violence prevention curriculum designed to provide students with the skills

to form healthy relationships with peers and the opposite gender as well as develop conflict resolution skills.

The program is divided into three volumes:

Vol.1   Dealing with Aggression

Vol.2   Gender Equality and Media Awareness

Vol.3   Forming Healthy Relationships

Children Who Have Been Exposed to Family Violence

This 9 week program is designed for children ages 6 to 10.

The goals of this group are to help children identify and express their feelings,

breaking the silence of abuse in their families in a positive and safe environment.

A Parent component runs at the same time as the children's group.

The focus of this group is to review with parents what their children are learning in their own sessions,

while offering each other support and information on how to assist their children in the healing process. 

Survivors of Family Violence Educational Support Group

This is a 7 week educational support group which encompasses both educational material and personal

sharing on domestic violence in a supportive environment.  

Drop-In Group for Parents

This is a very informal group for parents to come and meet other parents in the community and discuss parenting issues they may be struggling with.

The group focuses on children aged 0-12.  There is no date set for this program yet but phone to be placed on a wait list.

Jumpstart

Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a charitable program that helps kids in financial need

participate in organized sports and recreation such as soccer, and hockey and swimming.

Participation in sports and recreation increases a child's chance of success in life through:

• a healthier lifestyle

• increased self-esteem and confidence

• the opportunity to learn important leadership skills

• improved school performance and future education expectations

• more positive relationships and strengthened support networks

Contact Partners for more information.

Click on the events text link below for Upcoming Events

*Upcoming Events

Call Partners for Rural Family Support at 682-4135 or 1-866-682-4135 for more information