Anglophone East School District
Atlantic Wellness Centre – “Atlantic Wellness is the place in Southeastern NB for youth and young adults ages 12 to 21 to receive the [FREE] mental health services they need. We’ve removed as many barriers as possible so that our doors are open to ALL youth in our community.”
Chimo Helpline – 1-800-667-5005 (toll free) – “a provincial crisis phone line, accessible 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to all residents of New Brunswick.” This is a free, confidential, bilingual crisis intervention service for any concern, including loneliness, thoughts of suicide, mental health, addiction struggles, or for general information/resources.
Crossroads for Women – 1-844-853-0811 (crisis line) – domestic violence and sexual assault help, shelter, and on-going support services for survivors and their families in Moncton and surrounding area.
Cumberland Public Libraries – this includes neighbouring Four Fathers Memorial Library in Amherst, which provides some programming for children, if travel outside of Sackville, NB is not a barrier for you and your family. Please scroll down for our local library link.
Early Childhood Care and Education New Brunswick
Elementary Literacy Friends – ELF is a non-profit, volunteer, research-based reading program “offered to Anglophone schools across New Brunswick for struggling readers in early elementary.”
Everything Early Years – “a group of diverse partners, together improving outcomes for young children and their families in the Anglophone East School District.”
Family & Early Childhood, Anglophone East – “a program committed to assisting parents with the challenging task of raising young children according to their individual needs and potential.”
Kids’ Help Line – 1-800-668-6868 – it’s for parents/caregivers, too!
Maggie’s Place – A Resource Centre for Families – Amherst, NS
Outside Me – “Now, more than ever, take time to simply and safely play outside.” This site encourages outdoor play for the whole family, with seasonal activities suggested.
Parent Subsidy Application Form – you may qualify for financial support to subsidize the costs of early learning and childcare while your child or children attend(s) Playschool Inc.
PFLAG Sackville Chapter – Facebook page – Local LGBTQ2S+ support
Quality Child Care Checklist – a handy guide for what to look for in a childcare environment. “Most people would describe quality childcare as supporting a child’s emotional, social, intellectual and physical well-being by keeping children safe and happy in a loving environment.”
Sackville’s Monthly Newsletter – check this monthly for fun town events and recreation programming for the whole family!
Sackville’s Official Town Website
Sackville Public Library – government site
Sackville Public Library/Bibliothèque publique – Facebook page
Talk with Me Anglophone East – Facebook page
The Talk With Me Program – government site – free early language services for families
Triple P Positive Parenting Program – “Triple P is the flexible, practical way to develop skills, strategies and confidence to handle any parenting situation.”
Please reach out for more information!
We are happy to share knowledge of, and experience with, various resources and programming anytime.
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