Paula Cowan-Coons's Contact Details

Paula Cowan-Coons's Company Details

Parent Resource Centre / Centre de ressources pour parents

Ottawa, ON, CA • 20 - 49 Employees
Social Services

Committed to Every Child's Development / Engagé au développement de chaque enfantAs a children's charity, the Parent Resource Centre (PRC) is a leader in family support resource programs and comprehensive training for professionals. With a focus on early learning and play, parent support and education, training for professionals, as well as, research and community capacity, PRC aims to have a lasting impact on children's developmental outcomes. By using current best practices, we offer a holistic approach to support for children, their parents and caregivers, as well as to front line service providers who work with and nurture our children. PRC is committed to high quality, accessible programs and provides relevant parenting information that makes a tangible difference in a family's life. Our service area includes greater Ottawa and continues to the counties to the east and west of the city. With over 40 years of service in the child and youth sector, PRC is considered a destination for parents, caregivers, professionals and children.Our programs and services include: An on-line Parent Education Calendar and Incredible Directory of Services, An Information Referral phone line and a Parent Support Line, Community Playgroups, Parent Education and Support Programs, In-home Parent Education Support, Community trainings and workshops for professionals and parents, as well as housing the Early Literacy Specialists and Data Analysis Coordinators.