Five for Five
February 2024
Five of the Top Stories at Five Counties this month!
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Next Gen Game with the Petes on Feb. 19
Next Gen Game with Peterborough Petes
Our annual Next Gen Game with the Peterborough Petes is on the horizon. Watch the Petes take on the Kitchener Rangers on the afternoon of Feb. 19 (Family Day) at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Cheer on the Petes, while supporting Five Counties!  
  
Many Five Counties' kids, clients and families will play a role at the game, including taking part in the ceremonial pre-game puck drop and behind-the-scenes experiences. Five Counties staff/volunteers will be on hand during the game for face painting, silent auction, chuck-a-pep (or chuck-a-puck), giant Lego, Next Gen Toque sales and much more. Prior to the game, there is a Family Free Skate from 11:15 am to 12:50 pm for ticket holders to the game. We hope to see everyone out!
  
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by emailing development@fivecounties.on.ca or by calling (705)748-2337, ext. 248. All proceeds go to supporting our kids.
Family Experience Survey Coming in March
Poster promoting family input survey
Families play an important role in our services and support for children. That's why we need your ideas and input!
 
Five Counties will be rolling out our 2024 Client and Family Experience Survey next month. Between March 1-31, we urge you to take part in this short, confidential online survey. You will be asked to:
  • Share your experiences with us.
  • Rate how we're doing in certain areas
  • Inform us on what we do well.
  • Offer suggestions on how we can improve.

Watch for more details – including a survey link – in the next edition of Five for Five.
New Date for First-Ever Candlelights For Kids
Candlelight skating poster
Did you hear? The first-ever Candlelights For Kids is being shifted back a week to Feb. 17 at the Ontario Speed Skating Oval in Lakefield.

The family-friendly fundraising event will help support the speed skating oval and Five Counties kids. Tickets are still available (adults: $10, kids: $5), so come out and enjoy an outdoor skating opportunity with candles to light up the night. Hot chocolate, food and more will also be available! Any tickets bought for the original Feb. 9 and 10 skate dates will be honoured.
 
Two skating sessions are offered (5:30-7 pm and 7:30-9 pm).
Therapeutic Recreation Month
Helping More Kids Enjoy Recreation
February is Therapeutic Recreation Month, and it's a chance to highlight ways to help kids of all ages and abilities get in the game.
 
Our Therapeutic Recreation staff work closely to provide opportunities for Five Counties kids and families to enjoy sports and recreational activities, whether in Centre or in the community.
Summer Camp Listings
We've compiled a list of 2024 Summer Camps for kids of all ages and abilities. Both day and overnight camping listings are provided. Scan the listings to see what may be of interest to your child!
summer camp
Monthly Donors Make a Difference
monthly giving visual
Did you know! Approximately 41* children receive treatment annually through the support of our monthly donors. Monthly donations are a reliable source of support which allows Five Counties to better plan and provide services that benefit our kids.

This on-going investment allows us to help more kids be their best!  

*This number is based on the average amount of time for which a child uses services.
Every child is unique and requires unique services and care.  
For more information about our programs, services or fundraising please contact us
at 1-888-779-9916, ext. 300 or development@fivecounties.on.ca.
For Centre related updates, we encourage you to check Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, and our website for resources and information.
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.
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
Charitable Business Number #12397 6342 RR0001
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