Children’s Program

Rowan House Society often has children in their care who require a safe-haven, time to relax, and a chance to enjoy being a child. We offer specialized programming for children that focuses on building self-esteem and developing coping skills for managing anxiety. Caregivers are encouraged to be a part of their child’s learning by utilizing the structure in the childcare area where staff can assist in modelling healthy relationships, positive interactions, and child-centered play to facilitate a healthy parent-child attachment.

All staff are trained in the Zones of Regulation Framework to better assist children in identifying and understanding their feelings. Staff will also teach them tools they can use to regulate, including strategies for mindfulness, sensory integration, movement, thinking strategies, wellness, and healthy connection with others.

The Children’s Program provides the following:

  • Childcare Centre

  • Parenting groups

  • One to one support on parenting conversations

Multisensory Room

Dubbed the “Magic Room” by children, the multisensory room is a safe and interactive environment for children to explore their senses and the way that they process their thoughts.  This includes stimulating the children’s mental activity, providing a relaxing environment and promoting interaction. Every child and their caregiver, whether accessing the Emergency Shelter, Outreach Support Program or Court Support Program, have access to the multisensory room.