Five for Five
March 2024
Five of the Top Stories at Five Counties this month!
Partnerships Help More Kids Get in the Game
Little girl enjoys gymnastics as adults watch on
While the brand-new Kawartha Gymnastics location in Peterborough is bright and spacious, the big smile on two-year-old Mirha’s face makes the setting even more effervescent.
 
Mirha was born with a weakened right side as the result of a stroke and receives treatment at Five Counties Children’s Centre. Today, her therapy journey has taken her to Kawartha Gymnastics with her parents for an adaptive gymnastics program developed in partnership with the club and Five Counties.
 
The adaptive gymnastics and SPLASH swimming programs – a partnership between Five Counties, the Peterborough YMCA and Heads Up for Inclusion – are geared to children with varying abilities, exceptionalities and sensory issues. These are great examples of how partnerships can break down barriers so more kids can enjoy recreational opportunities, according to Colleen Ristok, a recreation therapist with Five Counties.

“The power of play cannot be denied, nor can the power
of partnerships to help make it happen."
Have Your Say; Help Us Improve Our Services
If you haven’t done so already, we encourage you to take part in our Client and Family Experience Survey.

The confidential survey takes less than five minutes to complete and runs through March 31, 2024. Upon completing the survey, you can enter a draw to win one of three $25 grocery store gift cards.

The survey is geared to current and former Five Counties clients, parents, caregivers and families in our region. The survey is designed to get your input to help us improve our services and supports for kids, youth and families. 
 
Families are at the core of what we do. That makes your feedback in the survey so important! Thank you!
 
If you prefer an accessible format for the survey, email info@fivecounties.on.ca or call 1-888-779-9916, ext. 200.
Record-Breaking Results from Next Gen Game
Five Counties kid Deacon with Petes mascot Roger
Score one for the Five Counties treatment team, thanks to a huge assist from the Peterborough Petes and its fans.
 
In February on Family Day Monday, Five Counties teamed up with the Petes for the annual Next Gen Game. Many Five Counties kids and families took part, whether cheering in the stands, taking part in the puck drop or getting a ‘behind the scenes’ experience with the Petes. Five Counites staff and volunteers were also on hand for the pre-game festivities, including a silent auction, face painting, chuck-a-pep and giant Lego.

This year, a record total of $21,341 was raised from the Next Gen Game to support priority services like speech and occupational therapies that benefit children in the community while reducing wait times for these life-changing services.

Thank you to everyone involved who donated their time and showed their support for our kids!
Special shoutout to our event sponsors: Waste Connections of Canada and Pinchin Ltd. 
Five Counties kids sign one-day contracts with the Petes
Five Counties volunteer help out at Next Gen Game
Scholarships Available to Former FCCC Clients
Are you a student who received services at Five Counties or another children’s treatment centre in Ontario? If you are and plan to pursue post-secondary studies this fall, this scholarship opportunity is for you.
 
Empowered Kids Ontario (EKO) is offering six scholarships of $2,500 each to help students achieve their personal and professional goals. It’s part of EKO’s Scholarship Program 2024. Apply by April 30, 2024 to be considered for a scholarship. Don't miss out!
Summer Camp Listings
With summer quickly approaching, check out our list of 2024 Summer Camps for kids of all ages and abilities. Both day and overnight camping listings are provided. Search the listings to see what may be of interest to your child! It's sure to make for a happy camper!
summer camp
Get in the Swing and Support Five Counties Kids
Golf season is right around the corner, so don’t miss your chance to pick up a Golf Fore All 2024 book, while supporting Five Counties!

Each book is $60, but contains hundreds of dollars in discounts and savings to play in 2024 at a variety of golf courses in Central Ontario. This includes:
  • 768+ discount coupons at 128 golf facilities
  • 200+ “2 for 1” coupons
  • Weekend play at 96 golf courses 
  • Junior green fee coupons 
  • Driving range coupons 
 
Get your Golf Fore All book while they last. Call Linsey at 1-888-779-9916 ext. 380 or email development@five.counties.on.ca.
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
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