Services

Family Education Programs

Family Education programming provides Family Service Moncton, Inc. with an educational and preventative service which is a key element of the core services offered.

The purpose of Family Education is to enhance the quality of life and functioning of individuals, families and the community through educational services which include workshops and courses.

The Family Education Program helps families deal with the many challenges of contemporary family living by offering a variety of workshops, presentations and evening courses. In a supportive atmosphere, participants can share their experiences, learn new skills and receive up-to-date resource information. Programs are regularly updated to meet the community's on-going needs for support and education.

Family Education provides individuals and families the opportunity, with professional leadership and guidance, to develop and enhance interpersonal skills neeed in relationships and family living. Participants also discover their own strengths in this learning environment.

Besides the general public, programs are delivered to organizations, communities and employers upon request.

Programs Available

Programs address a range of concerns which influence contemporary relationships and family life.

Programs available include a variety of parenting courses, as well as courses designed to strengthen family relationships such as, couple relationships, aging parents and adult children of alcoholic parent(s). Programs aimed at personal development include: anger management (adults and teens); income management; self-esteem and assertiveness; balancing work and family; various stress reduction programs including mindfulness; retirement planning; grieving; and other life management workshops.

Note: Some of these programs are also available to the francophone community.

What Others Have Said About Our Programs

" This is one of the beneficial courses I've ever taken. I have slowed down...what a change! " (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction)

" I'm amazed! My children are becoming more responsible." (S.T.E.P. )

" I have a better sense of who I am and what I can do. " (Nurturing Self-Esteem)

" I have a better understanding of my aging parents and I can handle my own feelings better . " (As Parents Grow Older)

Registration and Fees

For information regarding registration and fees, or to arrange specific workshops or presentations, contact us at (506) 857-3258. Click here to download the current Family Education Programs pamphlet with dates and fees