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Five for Five
November 2023
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Five of the Top Stories at Five Counties this month! |
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Historic Investment Will Help Boost Kids' Treatment Services and Reduce Wait Times |
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Children’s treatment services in the Five Counties region are getting a major boost, courtesy of a newly-announced $2-million provincial investment.
Local MPPs Dave Smith and Laurie Scott (pictured with Five Counties representatives) made the announcement last month. It means Five Counties will see its provincial funding increase by nearly $2.025 million per year, helping it to provide more care to children and families in the region, while reducing waiting lists for important services.
“We’re extremely grateful to the Ontario government for this additional investment in children’s treatment services,” says Scott Pepin, CEO of Five Counties Children’s Centre. “This is a huge win for our kids and families, as it will allow us to see and serve more families to help get them the treatment they need when they need it.”
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'Cougars for Kids' comes to Cobourg on November 20
The Cobourg Cougars and Five Counties are teaming up for the first-ever Cougars for Kids Night on November 20 at the Cobourg Community Centre. Pre-game festivities start at 6 pm, with game action starting at 7 pm.
Five Counties kids and families will be taking part in the ceremonial pre-game puck drop and a behind-the-scenes experience with the Cougars. Five Counties staff/volunteers will be providing information about our programs and services, while also selling T-shirts (for $15 each). Door prizes will be available for anyone who signs up to receive our e-newsletter.
Tickets are now available through the Cobourg Cougars. Kids under the age of 12 accompanied by an adult and wearing a team jersey or Five Counties clothing get into the game for free! Hope to see you there!
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Shifting to a New Client Information System |
It's a first for us, and one for all of Ontario.
Five Counties Children's Centre is the first children's treatment centre in Ontario to move to a new Client Information System. The new system will improve the way we track and manage client information. The new system also has many features -- including a parents' portal -- that will streamline and strengthen our ability to serve and support children, youth and families in our region. More details about this will be shared very soon.
As we make the transition to the new client information system, we appreciate your patience and understanding. There may be some delays during the move as Five Counties staff becomes more familiar and comfortable with the new system.
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Ellie's Story: 'Calling Five Counties Was
the Best Decision We Could Have Made'
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Elloise (Ellie) is very kind kid with a sweet sense of humour. As you can read in Ellie's Story, she loves to colour, put together puzzles, play games on the phone, count and recite her alphabet, sing songs and cuddle. Ellie’s absolute favourite thing in the world is her toy Penguin (also known as “Penkin”) who goes with her everywhere.
As noted by Ellie's mom, Ashley: "Since starting her Five Counties journey, Ellie has benefited from occupational therapy, speech therapy, feeding support at the Centre and a liaison for preschool. Our main goal is communication, both verbal and physical.”
Ashley is grateful for the treatment support her daughter has received. “Our time with Five Counties has given us the gift of communication which has unlocked so many opportunities and possibilities for our family,” she notes.
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Connect to Care: SmartStart Hub is Here! |
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Concerned about your child’s development? Unsure where to turn for advice?
The new SmartStart Hub lets families easily access and navigate their way to services and support for their child’s development needs. Five Counties has teamed up with eight other agencies in the area to launch SmartStart in Peterborough, Haliburton, Northumberland and Kawartha Lakes.
When families submit requests for services through the SmartStart Hub, Five Counties will connect them to appropriate care close to home. SmartStart Hub at Five Counties provides support for any child development needs relating to: moving around, performing daily tasks like eating and feeding, speaking with and being understood by others, getting along with other people, and taking part in routine activities.
Check out the SmartStart Hub and learn why it's already earning rave reviews!
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Show Your Support in These Upcoming Events |
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Long and McQuade
Music Therapy Drive
Believe in the healing power of music by supporting music therapy programs at Five Counties. From now until December 31, make a donation of $1 or more at any Long and McQuade Music location, and receive a $5 rental coupon for use any time in 2024....Learn more
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Give Back on
Giving Tuesday
November 28 is a day designed to let you give back to a worthwhile cause amid all the shopping and sales. Consider supporting the life-changing work that goes on at Five Counties Children's Centre to support kids and families in our region... Here's how you can help!
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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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