It seems like my child has not reached milestones like other children her age. How do I know she is ready and how do I know she is developing on par? This is a question that we hear a lot from parents. All parents want to ensure that their children Read more
A family with a newborn boy needs your support. This family is accessing our West Central Community Resource Centre’s early intervention services. Items* in need include: Baby towels Baby glass bottles Bibs Size 1 diapers Baby diaper bag Wash cloths Blankets Receiving blankets Newborn carrierDon Bodysuits and hats Sleepers Poncho Read more
Our heartfelt gratitude to all our donors and volunteers for supporting Closer to Home this past quarter (April 1, 2018 to June 30, 2018). Our donors in the last quarter: Aida Rafie Airdrie Farmers Market Ali Al-Saleem Amy Heidman Andrew McQuiston Ann Davies Arlene Oostenbrink Bailey Rivard Barb Henning Bearspaw Read more
Want to take the family out to a football game this summer? Join us for two Calgary Stampeders games this August and help support Closer to Home! Enjoy the game and cheer on the Stamps, all while supporting local kids and families. Tickets are just $28 and $5 from each Read more
Join us for a FREE Stampede Street Party! Featuring: • Indigenous drum and singing group Sorrel Rider Singers with guest child and youth dancers • Live music from Forrest Eaglespeaker of The North Sound • Face painting and henna • Games • Butterfield Acres Petting Zoo • Burgers, hot dogs and drinks • And more! Read more
Canada will be celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. In Calgary, a full week of events (known as Aboriginal Awareness Week) is scheduled leading up to this day to celebrate the distinct culture and heritage of Indigenous people. Closer to Home (CTH) is thrilled to be part of Read more
Growing up, Shahd was a shy young girl. “I kind of had this bubble I was always in,” she recalls. Then she came to Closer to Home (CTH)’s summer day camp program, Summer in the City. “I didn’t talk to anyone or participate in anything for the first few days,” Read more
As a parent of a 9 year old, I find it challenging at times to help my son manage his emotions. Although he is young, he is experiencing grownup feelings he does not understand. As the world around him expands, how do I help him cope with these big emotions Read more
Our heartfelt gratitude to all our donors and volunteers for supporting Closer to Home this past quarter (January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018). Our Donors in the last quarter: Alberta Ballet and the Sun Life Financial Nutcracker Dream Program Alggin Employees Amy Heidman Andrew McQuiston Ann Davies Arlene Oostenbrink Read more
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