For information on services outside Moose Jaw, but within the Five Hills Health Region, contact the Early Childhood Services Coordi- nator in your area.

Moose Jaw and area (306) 691-1592

Assiniboia and area (306) 642-3374 Moose Jaw

VISION STATEMENT

Children and families realizing their potential.

MISSION STATEMENT

Moose Jaw KidsFirst, with community partners, strive to create an environment that supports child development and empowers families through:

Linking resources Building capacity Enhancing relationships; and Promoting independence Contact information for other KidsFirst Moose Jaw KidsFirst sites: 679 Hall St. W. VALUES

Moose Jaw, SK S6H 2S1 Meadow Lake (306) 236-6441 Moose Jaw (306) 691-1580 Phone: (306) 691-1580 Honesty Nipawin (306) 862-6222 or (306) 691-1616 Respect North (306) 446-6012 Fax: (306) 692-6841 Empathy Northern (306) 235-5437 Acceptance Prince Albert (306) 765-6656 Regina (306) 757-6796 Partnerships (306) 655-5804 (306) 783-1946 What is KidsFirst? What services can KidsFirst families receive? KidsFirst is a voluntary program that helps families to A home visitor provides become the best parents they information concerning child can be. development, parenting and KidsFirst supports families in connecting to the community. having the healthiest children Mental Health and Addiction possible. Services The program enhances Early Learning and Childcare knowledge, provides supports, opportunities and builds on family Opportunities to meet other strengths. Who is eligible for KidsFirst ? parents in similar situations. Families are matched with a Speech Therapy opportunities home visitor for weekly home Parents with children under Referrals to other services visits. All services are five years of age are assessed Prenatal nutrition program coordinated through the for program eligibility. The home visitors. in-home assessment looks at The KidsFirst program is family strengths and designed to enhance existing challenges. programs within the There are limited spaces community. within the program.

How can I access KidsFirst Services?

Families can apply themselves or agencies can refer them. Contact the Moose Jaw KidsFirst office to obtain a referral form.