Welcome to Abbotsford Child Care Resource
and
Referral Program !
We are an organization that links families and child care providers in the community of Abbotsford by offering free consultation, support, access to professional help, and referral services to parents seeking child care.
Child care providers are supported through workshops and information, outreach, consultations, newsletters, referrals, resource & equipment lending library, group social activities, networking and learning opportunities.
Parents are supported through workshops, resource library, parenting workshops and general referrals regarding children and families.
We work with the community and strive for quality inclusive day care services that meet the needs of local families and to promote the healthy development of children.
Mission Statement
The Abbotsford Child Care Resource and Referral Program is committed to enhancing the availability and accessibility of a range of inclusive child care options. In partnership with the community and government, we advocate, educate and raise awareness of childcare.
Services to parents
- Information regarding quality child care
- Follow up on placements
- Consulting services and workshops
- Access to professional help for children
- Referrals to child care providers in the neighborhood
- Subsidy applications and renewal forms
Services to care providers
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Referrals
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Consultations with experienced staff
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Networking and group social opportunities
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Workshops and information sessions
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Quarterly newsletter and resource materials
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Library and equipment loans
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Drop in playgroups for care providers and families
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Supportive home/facility visits
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Child care business start-up information and guidance
Events
- Monthly meetings and workshops
- Mall displays and community awareness campaigns
- Care provider recognition events
Agencies/programs related to this organization
- Abbotsford Community Services
- Ministry of Children and Family Development
- Child Development Centre/Supported Child Care
- Abbotsford Child Care Council
- Western Canada Family Child Care Association of BC
- National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (NACCRRA)
Location and hours of operation:
Child Care Resource & Referral Program
#100 – 32475 Simon Avenue
Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 5E3
Tel: 604.850.7934
Fax: 604.850.7932
Email: abbccrr@telus.net
Website: www.childcarechoices.ca
Wheelchair Accessible
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Contacts
Program coordinator: Jerry Waddell ex: 222
Consultants: Inderjit Aujla ex: 224 and Isobel Newcombe ex: 225
Program Assistant:
Jannine Balback
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Funded by The Ministry of Children and Family Development |
