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Five of the Top Stories at Five Counties this month! |
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Mask Use at Five Counties is Now Up To You |
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All Five Counties sites will become mask-friendly starting on Tuesday (April 11). This means all visitors will be able to choose whether or not to wear a mask.
We ask everyone to respect people's masking choices. Masks will still be available upon entry at our sites for those who choose to wear one. Hand sanitizer is also offered throughout our Centre sites, and we continue our extra level of cleaning to reduce the risk of illness. Please read the following note for more information about this change.
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Bria's Story: 'Outgoing Nature Draws
Friends and Family Close to Her'
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Meet Bria, a seven-year-old dynamo who skates, swims, bikes, hikes toboggans, and takes part in boxing classes.
She was born weight weeks premature, weighing just three pounds, but with the help of staff at Five Counties Children's Centre, she has thrived.
As her mom Jessica notes:
"When Bria wasn’t hitting her milestones as a baby, Five Counties offered us so many options and we took all the help we could get. There’s an amazing team at Five Counties. They’re kind, inclusive and welcoming. Bria’s been in speech therapy and she saw an occupational therapist to help with rolling, crawling, and walking and no longer needs that support."
Five Counties is proud to have supported Bria and her family! Your support means keeping kids like Bria in therapy and off waiting lists.
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What to Expect at Your Child's First Visit |
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Welcome to Five Counties Children’s Centre! Your child’s first appointment is coming up, and the initial visit/assessment can always be a bit nerve-wracking.
Don’t worry! We’ve prepared some resources to help you get ready and make the most of your visit and time with our therapists!
- Watch our Welcome to Five Counties Video.
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Learn more about what to expect before, during and after your assessment.
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Backyard Summer Social Blossoms for Another Year |
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The Backyard Summer Social will be in full bloom on Saturday, June 24, as it returns for a second year to Five Counties Children’s Centre in Peterborough.
The inaugural event held in 2022 raised more than $45,000 for critical, high-demand treatment services for children/youth at Five Counties. Now the Centre’s signature fundraising event is back with music, food, entertainment, fun activities and more as it offers a high-end gala experience for adults with a fun summer twist.
Tickets to the Backyard Summer Social are now on sale for $125/person. Tickets are available by calling Five Counties at 1-888-779-9916, ext. 300 or emailing development@fivecounties.on.ca. Along with a charitable tax receipt, each ticket purchased to the Backyard Summer Social includes all food, one drink ticket, live music, access to all activities, and a chance to win fantastic door prizes.
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“Our Backyard Summer Social is an adults-only gala event that celebrates the arrival of summer, lets you be like a kid again, and allows you to swap out the tux, gown and heels for T-shirt, shorts and sandals all the while supporting a great cause,” says Lyn Giles, Director of Fund Development at Five Counties. “Our initial Backyard Summer Social was a smashing success, and we plan to make it even bigger, bolder and better in 2023!”
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What: Backyard Summer Social
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Where: Five Counties Children's Centre (872 Dutton Rd.) in Peterborough
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When: June 24, 1-4 pm
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Who: You! (must be 19+ to attend)
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Recognizing our Valued Volunteers |
National Volunteer Week (April 16-22) is fast approaching, and Five Counties wants to recognize and thank all its many volunteers.
Volunteers play an important role, as they support the valuable work that Five Counties provides to kids and families in our communities. Volunteers are also integral to our fundraising efforts to ensure kids and youth can get better access to the treatment and support they need, while helping reduce wait times for these essential services.
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Community Event Fundraisers to Support Our Kids |
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Golf Fore All Fundraiser
Do you have a golfer in your life? Here is the perfect gift for a birthday, Mother's Day or Father's Day... or because gift giving is your love language!
The Golf Fore All 2023 Book includes more than 700 discount coupons at 121 golf facilities, including dozens of two-for-one coupons and discounts for weekend play. All proceeds go to support Five Counties kids. |
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Quilted Treasures Raffle
Save the date for the Quilted Treasures Quilt Show and Sale organized by the Lindsay Creative Quilters’ Guild. The event takes place on May 26 and 27 at the Lindsay Curling Club. Proceeds from the Quilted Treasures Raffle will go towards the kids at Five Counties Children's Centre.
Get your raffle tickets (tickets $2 each or three tickets for $5) from Five Counties:
- Call 1-888-779-9916, ext. 380.
- Email development@fivecounties.on.ca
- Visit Five Counties and ask at Reception
Don't delay! Draw takes place on May 27, 2023.
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For more information about our programs, services or fundraising please contact us
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Five Counties values your ongoing support in ensuring our Centre can provide the best care possible for children and their families. We are making investments in equipment and resources to ensure we can provide the same professional, prompt and caring services we always have.
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You can send us an email through info@fivecounties.on.ca or give us a call and we will connect you with someone who can answer your questions.
Peterborough City and County - 705-748-2337
Northumberland County - 905-377-0192
City of Kawartha Lakes - 705-324-9320
All Areas Toll-Free: 1-888-779-9916
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Charitable Business Number #12397 6342 RR0001 |
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