Families East is a not-for-profit Community based organization offering a comprehensive range of programs and services for families with Children from conception to age 6. We offer weekly play groups, parenting workshops and sessions, prenatal and postnatal programs, breastfeeding support and provide services such as a breast pump loan program, a resource library plus a freebie corner with infant and Children's clothing.  Families East also acts as a link to other Community resources and service providers in the Eastern Kings area.

Our variety of weekly programs are delivered in a fun and informal setting. We believe parents and caregivers know their Children best and we help with focusing on strengths rather then deficits. Programs are free of charge and open to anyone. The Centre can assist with transportation.  Please know we are here to help. To contact Families East Resource Centre, please call 902.687.3928. To see what programs and services we offer, please scroll down further to read all about them.

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Below is a list of the family, parent and Childrens programs we offer at Families East Resource Centre.
  • Drop in play and structured play based groups.
  • Out reach site offering weekly play groups.
  • Pre and post natal information and weekly groups.
  • Best Start home visiting program.
  • Handle with Care Childrens mental health programs.
  • Bond to Literacy programming.
  • Kids have Stress Too workshop.
  • Baby Matters sessions.
  • Nutritional education programs and community cooking classes
  • Car seat installation, education and inspection service.
  • Free breast pump loan program.
  • Free baby box bassinet program for new and expectant mothers
Our Children's play based programs offered range from free play time to more structured play groups focused on literacy, art, science and math skills. Our Centre also organizes outdoor expeditions to the beach, walks on trails and visiting local child friendly areas.

RESOURCES

Families East Resource Centre not only puts on regular programming but we also act as an information Centre. Below is a list of things we can provide information on.
  • Toilet training.
  • Child safety.
  • Speech & language training.
  • Eye care.
  • Prenatal nutrition.
  • Labour & delivery.
  • Infant development.
  • Sleep patterns and schedules.
  • Parent wellness.
  • Post partum depression.
  • Dental care techniques.
  • Baby massage.
  • Baby weighing progress.
  • Freebie corner with clothing, toys and household items.
We are here to help families, Children, parents and caregivers and offer all of our programs free of charge to anyone who wishes to take part. For any information on our programs or services, please contact us or call 902.687.3928

The Centre also offers monthly grocery store gift cards for those in need and we partner with the PEI Food Share group. Families East is also a registered charity funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada under the Community Action Program for Children and the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program. We welcome donations to continue to fund our programs and provide support to our greater community.