Community Options

We provide quality education, childcare, and additional childhood development supports to children and their families in #YEG.

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The Oak and Pine Room children at Community Options Westmont ELCC had a blast building a "baby snowman" and enjoying the winter wonderland! ❄️⛄

What’s your child’s favorite winter activity? Share with us!

#WinterFun #OutdoorLearning #YEGChildcare #NaturePlay #Communityopsyeg

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Our team at Community Options is proudly supporting #PinkShirtDay today!💗 Together, we're standing against bullying and promoting kindness and inclusivity. Let's continue to create safe, supportive spaces where everyone is treated with respect!

#communityopsyeg #pinkshirtday

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Celebrate Black History Month with Dream Big, Little One! 🌟 18 incredible Black women who changed the world—perfect for inspiring young changemakers!

Who inspires your child to dream big? Tag them below!

#blackhistorymonth #raisingchangemakers #communityopsyeg

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Tired of bedtime struggles? Try these tips:

🕒 Set a consistent time
📖 Read or sing for relaxation
📱 Limit screen time
💡 Create a calm space
🧸 Offer reassurance

A well-rested child is ready to face the day!

#BedtimeRoutine #PreschoolSleep #PsychologyMonth #Communityopsyeg

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Sensory play at its finest! Our infants explored paint, water & creativity in a hands-on, messy art experience!👣🎨One child even problem-solved their way across the room by washing their feet first! Smart thinking!🧠✨

#MessyPlay #SensoryLearning #YEGChildCare #Communityopsyeg

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Happy Family Day! 🎉 Let’s celebrate with:

🌳 Nature walks
🎨 Creative fun
💬 Mindful chats
🏃‍♂️ Winter activities

How are you celebrating? Share below! 💬

#FamilyDay #FamilyFun #MentalHealthMatters #EmpoweredFamilies #Communityopsyeg

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Valentine’s Day is about connection and kindness. Try this taste-safe cloud dough for fun sensory play with your little ones!

How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? 💬❤️

#ValentinesDay #LoveAndInclusion #SensoryPlay #EarlyChildhood #InclusiveCommunities #Communityopsyeg

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Community Options staff volunteered at @yegfoodbank, making a real community impact and supporting our mission to empower families and build inclusive communities. 💙

#Communityopsyeg #GivingBack #InclusiveCommunities #YEGNonProfit

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When little ones are overwhelmed by big emotions, it's our job to offer calm, not chaos. 💙 Staying grounded helps them feel safe and learn healthy ways to manage feelings.

What helps your child when they’re upset? Share your tips! 👇

#bigemotions #staycalm #communityopsyeg

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We need a new space!
For 50 years, Community Options has provided inclusive early learning. Without a new location, children in our daycare & Apraxia program may lose support.

Know a space? Contact [email protected]

#yeg #inclusiveeducation #earlylearning #nonprofit

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At EDNW OOSC, children’s creativity shines! Recently, they set up a store with plastic food & with some help they created Safeway, OOSCWAY, 7-Eleven, & even a pet store!
Spaces available – https://t.co/PzegEkWIZD

#ChildhoodImagination #LearningThroughPlay #EDNWOOSC #YEGChildCare

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Supporting preschoolers' emotional growth is key! Here are 5 ways:

1️⃣ Validate feelings
2️⃣ Redirect to calm
3️⃣ Encourage words
4️⃣ Model calmness
5️⃣ Create routines

How do you help with big emotions? Share your tips!

#ManagingEmotions #PsychologyMonth #Communityopsyeg

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Family Fun Night is coming!
Join us on Feb 25, 2025 from 5–7 PM at Jerry Forbes Centre. Families from CPE, TAPP, OOSC, and ELCC are welcome!

🔗 Register: https://t.co/IRdRk23LEU

#FamilyFunNight #InclusiveCommunity #StrongerTogether #Communityopsyeg #YEGChildCare #YEGNonProfit

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February is Psychology Month 🧠! At Community Options, we help preschoolers manage their emotions through play and connection.

How do you support emotional growth in your child? Share below!

#PsychologyMonth #ManagingEmotions #PreschoolGrowth #Communityopsyeg

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Thank you for lighting up a child’s future! Your support is empowering children like Jaxon to thrive. 💙

#ThankYou #LightUpAChildsFuture #InclusionMatters #EmpowerChildren #MakeAnImpact

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Happy Lunar New Year! 🐍✨ Celebrate the Year of the Snake by reading "The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac" by Dawn Case. 🌱🎉
How will you celebrate?

#LunarNewYear2025 #EmpoweredFamilies #InclusiveCommunities #EveryChildMatters #Communityopsyeg

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We've created a FREE list of must-read books for preschoolers to inspire imagination, support speech, and promote inclusion.📚

Download today!👇
https://t.co/h4IOSSl8Gd

#EarlyLearning #PreschoolBooks #InclusiveCommunities #Communityopsyeg

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How has reading together strengthened your family? 📚💖 Share your with us this #FamilyLiteracyMonth!

#ReadingTogether #FamilyBonding #EarlyLearning #CommunityOpsYEG #EveryChildDeservesAGreatStart

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5️⃣ must-read kids’ books for learning and fun! 📚✨

🌴 "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom"
🐻 "Brown Bear"
🌳 "Where the Wild Things Are"
🌙 "Goodnight Moon"
🦙 "Llama Llama Red Pajama"

What’s your favorite?

#FamilyLiteracyMonth #ChildrensBooks #Communityopsyeg #InclusionRevolution

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@myencompass_yeg Thank you for sharing! 💙

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This #BellLetsTalk Day, let’s support youth mental health. 1.25 million youth in Canada need mental health support every year. Together, we can empower youth by fostering self-care, open conversations & healthy routines.

How are you supporting youth mental health today? 💙