1. Liz Leroux, MSW. RSW Manager, YWCA Child & Family Services YWCA of Calgary Child Support Program at Sheriff King Home

2. Impact of Witnessing Domestic Violence  Heightened arousal  Separation anxiety  Nervous & anxious behaviors  Changes in play  Sleep disturbances  Regression  Acting out behaviors  Internalizing behaviors

3. Child Support Program Philosophy  Designed to meet therapeutic needs of children & adolescents staying at SKH  Children recognized as clients with unique needs  Child Support Counsellors will support and advocate for children during their stay at the shelter

4. Child Support Program Goals  Provide a supportive relationship with children in a safe environment  Support children in identifying and expressing feelings  Facilitate development of problem-solving skills  Develop safety plans with children

5. Child Support Program Goals  Provide info around nature and forms of abuse and responsibility for violence  To facilitate the processing of traumatic experiences  To support moms with non- abusive parenting strategies  Empower moms to interact and take responsibility for their children

6. The Playroom  A safe, nurturing place for “kids to be kids”  Child-centered play  Inclusive setting, wheelchair accessible  Opportunity for mom to have a break  Not a day-care setting

8. The Playroom Hours Preschool (0-5)  Monday- Friday: 9:30-11:30AM 1:00- 3:00 PM  except Wednesday: 1:00-2:15 PM  Summer Hours: Monday- Friday: 9:30- 11:30AM School-aged Children(6+)  Tuesday &Thursday: 3:30- 4:30 PM  Kids Club: Thursday after school  Summer Hours: Monday- Friday:1:00-3:00 PM, except Wednesdays 1:00-2:15PM

9. Assessment & Intervention Assessment  Parenting Intake  Children’s Intake  Playroom Observations  Play Themes Interventions  Child–centered play  Resources & Referrals  Parenting Strategies & Support  Safety Planning with School-aged children  Worry Buddies  Kids Klub  Journaling  Relaxation Techniques