Register at: community.hmhc.ca/sessions/

***Understanding Adolescent Stress and Anxiety***
April 2, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Manachaban Middle School
A discussion on anxiety and stress in adolescents; what it is, what it may look like and how you can help your youth. This session will teach attendees strategies such as mindfulness and relaxation, and will also provide resources that can support caregivers and their youth.

***Cannabis: Legalization, Harms and Benefits***
April 3, 2019 @ 10:30 AM - Noon
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
This session will start by briefly reviewing the history of cannabis use. The session will discuss the reasons cannabis is being legalized and the prevalence of its use. The benefits and harms of cannabis will then be reviewed and guidelines for youth will be presented.

***Opioids & Youth: What adults should know***
April 10, 2019 @ 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
This presentation will discuss the signs and symptoms of youth opioid abuse. Participants will learn how to recognize and respond to the symptoms of an opioid overdose, including how to access and when to use a Naloxone kit. A universal screener for opioid abuse and other resources will also be examined.

***Let's Talk About: Typical Speech and Language Development (2 to 5 years)***
April 11, 2019 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Crowfoot Public Library Program Room 2
Typical speech and language development for two to five year olds will be presented, as well as when and how to seek help. There are many misunderstandings of what 'typical' speech and language development looks like in preschool-aged children. We will set the record straight and discuss when to refer, and how the 'wait and see' approach often may not be appropriate.

​***What Now?...Navigating Life After High School *Also Available as a Webinar***
April 11, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Ability Hub
This presentation will provide an overview of options for your teenager after high school, namely more school (post-secondary education or training), employment or a gap year(s). Typically, a gap year after high school for young adults with autism means sleeping late, gaming more and losing skills and confidence. Some autistic individuals are not quite ready for the rigors of university, college or work and need support to build readiness skills before taking that next step. This workshop will provide an opportunity to discuss strategies and resources to help strike the right balance between continued learning, part-time employment and social/recreational opportunities once high school ends.

​“I Am Still Right Here” : Non-Suicidal Self-Injury in Children & Adolescents 
March 19, 2019 @ 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Western Canada High School
There has been an ongoing increase in the prevalence of children and youth who engage in non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). It can be very frightening to have a child/ student who engages in NSSI, and adults can often have reactions that don’t really help. This session will focus on the types of NSSI, the reasoning behind the behaviour, and some ideas about how parents and teachers can help. We will spend some time on some case studies to provide examples and ample room for Q & A will be provided.

Self - Regulation: for you & your child
March 20, 2019 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
While being a parent or caregiver of children can be a joyous and awe-inspiring experience; it can also be frustrating! This session will help you understand what happens in your brain when we are under stress, and why self-regulation of our feelings and actions is essential to helping children learn this critical life skill. 

Cannabis and your Youth: What you should know
March 21, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Windsong Heights School
Join Dr. Bulloch in a discussion about the history of cannabis use and reasons for legalization.
Vaping vs smoking vs oils and lower-risk cannabis use guidelines will be introduced.
Benefits and harms, especially for youth will be addressed with time for questions from participants.

Let’s Talk Mindfulness
March 26, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
A.E. Bowers Elementary School
This session will outline and discuss the main concepts in mindfulness and how understanding the brain can improve 
self-regulation. Using a hands-on approach this session will teach skills related to these concepts. This session will discuss how the brain influences thinking, emotions and behaviour. Improved self-regulation can lead to better focus in school, better cooperation with others and improved self-awareness and self-control.

To register for these programs & more, go to: community.hmhc.ca/sessions/

Positive Psychological Health - What Parents Can Do!March 12, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Bishop Grandin High School
Many parents worry about their teen’s psychological health - and if not their own teens, than they worry about who they hang out with, what they spend their time doing, and exactly how they are feeling. Teens are well-known for appearing not to want to talk about their feelings, especially to parents. This workshop will provide an overview, based on interviews with adolescents, of what is on kid’s minds, how they might be feeling about things like anxiety, depression, social pressure, screentime, and other areas – and perhaps of most value to parents, how to engage with teens so they actually communicate!

Why Reading MattersMarch 13, 2019 @ 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
Literacy is the path to prosperity. In this session, you will learn about the literacy landscape in Canada, what current research says we need to be doing to support children to become successful readers, and how to develop a reading culture in your home, school, or organization.



Adulting: It’s harder than it looks! Helping your child with autism be successful after high school – including university and employment.March 13, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Education Centre
Becoming a legal adult at 18 years in Alberta and graduating from high school are two transition points that can be challenging – even scary for individuals on the Autism Spectrum and their parents. Developing a plan for “life after high school” can help to maximize the chances your child will be successful as they pursue continued education (post-secondary studies) and employment.This session will support families and provide valuable information about the following topics:

How to create a shared vision for your child’s future
Understanding next steps after high school
Managing health and mental health issues in adulthood
Developing pre-employment skills
Legal and financial issues including guardianship and program funding at age 18

Discuss how the Launch Program might support your child as they transition to adulthood
Launch Program https://sinneavefoundation.org/sinneave_work_item/launch/



Invisible: Why Do So Few Girls and Women Get an Autism Diagnosis? *Also Available as a Webinar*March 14, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Ability Hub
This presentation will discuss some of the reasons why more boys than girls receive an autism diagnosis, common co-occurring diagnoses and misdiagnoses that teens and adult women receive, strengths and struggles for autistic women across the lifespan, and finally screening and diagnostic tools specifically designed for females. If you or your daughter have been diagnosed with autism or are wondering about an autism diagnosis this session will provide helpful information and resources.



Invisible: Why Do So Few Girls and Women Get an Autism Diagnosis? *Also Available as a Webinar*March 14, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

This presentation will discuss some of the reasons why more boys than girls receive an autism diagnosis, common co-occurring diagnoses and misdiagnoses that teens and adult women receive, strengths and struggles for autistic women across the lifespan, and finally screening and diagnostic tools specifically designed for females. If you or your daughter have been diagnosed with autism or are wondering about an autism diagnosis this session will provide helpful information and resources.

​​To register: http://community.hmhc.ca (http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/) or contact CES@AHS.ca to register. ALL attendee’s will get a workbook and certificate for coming.

***Stop Child Sexual Assault - March 2nd 10am-12:30pm @ Cochrane Library
​The Prevent It! Taking Action to Stop Child Sexual Abuse workshop was developed by researchers in the department of Psychiatry at the University of Alberta, utilizing leading scientific evidence.
The workshop is useful for parents, professionals and organizations that are:
-  Interested in learning how to protect the children in their lives
-  Seeking training for staff and volunteers in the prevention of child sexual abuse
After the workshop participants will feel empowered and be informed about child sexual abuse, healthy sexual development and how to reduce the risk of sexual abuse as responsible adults and organizations.

***Infant Massage - March 5, 12, 19, 26 2:00-3:00pm @ YWCA Downtown
Learn how to connect with your baby through massage, and why massage is so beneficial for your child's body and brain development. Dolls will be provided for expectant moms and those who come without children .

Topics include: Benefits of infant massage for child and parent; emotional regulation; reading babies’ cues; and simple strokes for the legs, feet, stomach, chest, arms, back and face. 

***Helping Teens Diagnosed with ADD/ADHD - March 6, 11:00am-12:30pm @ Alberta Children's Hospital Theatre
Discover strategies and skills for parents and caregivers of teens with ADD and ADHD

 
To register: http://community.hmhc.ca (http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/) or contact CES@AHS.ca to register. ALL attendee’s will get a workbook and certificate for coming.

Care in the Creek Clinic will be closed for the family day holiday on Monday Feb 18, 2019. Wishing you a lovely day with your loved ones.

We are really pleased to announce a new collaboration with the Painted Moose Gallery in Bragg Creek. They will be displaying their art in our clinic, regularly rotating among all the artists there. This is our first feature from artist Barb Fedun!! So fabulous!

Please note new phone number for booking foot care: 403-861-1503

​Dr Sara Wiesenberg will be moving her practice to Hygieia Medical Clinic beginning of August. Her new clinic can be reached at 4034579117. Her last day in Care in the Creek will be July 12th.
Patients who wish to stay in Care in the Creek are welcome to see dr Cunning and dr Noordman. As a team of doctors and staff we will do what we can to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Thank you for your ongoing support of Care in the Creek Medical Centre.

It is amazing to see how many people are supporting our initiative to support the great cycle challenge to help fight kids' cancer. So far we have ridden 6158.7 kilometres and we have raised $9936.24. Impressive!
Yoga in the Heart, Sandstone Pharmacy, Banded Peak School, The Little Schoolhouse, Bragg Creek Dental, Bragg Creek Physio and 53 wonderful community members are actively biking for this good cause. And you can still join till the end of June. Sign up at greatcyclechallenge.ca/teams/careinthecreekmedicalcentre! On behalf of everybody who is  affected by cancer in some shape or form, thank you.

Next clinic June 14th