Connected Families:
a program for parents & caregivers

Who it’s for: parents with children ages 2-16 years-old who meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • are fluent in English

  • are experiencing relationship challenges within their family (a separation, significant conflict, placement to another home)

  • would financially be unable to participate in this type of program without funding support

What it is: a program designed to strengthen families by increasing the knowledge, communication, and skills of parents and caregivers. We will talk about:

  • ways to build emotional connection

  • how to provide support for behaviour while building connections

  • challenges of caring for challenging children

  • the importance of self-care (and what this actually means and looks like for busy families)

  • how our experiences as children and how we were parented impact our parenting

How it’s happening:let us know if you’d like to be added to a waitlist

Common questions:

  • Do both parents/caregivers have to come? No.

  • What if I have children but they aren’t living with me right now? That doesn’t matter, we’d love to have you join.

about your facilitator

Colleen McLean is the owner and clinical director of SYC. With over 25-years experience working with children and youth, Colleen has dedicated her career to supporting young individuals in overcoming challenges, building resilience, and achieving their full potential. She is committed to advancing mental health support in our community.

Colleen has a particular focus in trauma and attachment, supporting children and youth who have experienced developmental trauma and abuse.