Coalition Core Services
All members of the Coalition are committed to providing place-based programs and services for families with children that are accessible and barrier-free. Members of the Coalition provide all or nearly all of the following core services:
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Early childhood development (early learning and care programs)
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Drop-in programs for children and adults
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Child care
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Parenting education
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Parent and caregiver support
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Resource and referral (referral to other resources and services)
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Meal programs (food and nutrition support)
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Volunteer opportunities
Along with the above core services, members may also provide additional services in the following areas:
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Seniors programs
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Youth programs
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Recreational programs
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Counselling services
Neighbourhood House Service Traits
A Neighbourhood House is a neighbourhood-based service hub that provides a continuum of services across age groups. The member Neighbourhood Houses of the Coalition of Neighbourhood Houses Capital Region have the following traits:
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Open to all
Everyone who comes through the door is served in some manner -
Accessible
Services are low-barrier for all families and individuals -
Stigma free
Centres embraces a stigma-free approach where people can be served in a welcoming and accepting environment -
Community driven
There is a commitment to intentionally reach out to the community and address identified needs -
Across a continuum
Services are provided across all ages and levels of support -
Secular
Non-faith based programs and services