Parent and Caregiver Support Groups

FIREFLY offers a wide range of programs for caregivers and parents to help navigate both common and unique experiences that families today are facing. Whether you’re looking for a specific topic or would like one-on-one support, we can help guide you on your parenting journey.

Below you will find a list of our current programs. You are welcome to click on the registration link below each description or head over to our News and Events page where you’ll find a calendar of programs and events taking place at FIREFLY.

If you have any questions regarding any of the groups don’t hesitate to reach out to our Central Intake team by calling 1-833-696-5437 – toll free, or e-mailing us at [email protected].

Anchored

FIREFLY’s Anchored group provides parents, caregivers, and any one else (professional or otherwise) who are involved with a family experiencing separation divorce. This three-session group offers a supportive space to understand what your children may be experiencing, learn how to talk with them about separation, and find strategies to help them feel secure and supported. We’ll also focus on strengthening your own stability as a parent – managing stress, staying steady, and knowing where to turn for support. Finally, we’ll cover practical tools for handling conflict, setting boundaries, and communicating effectively when parenting is at its most difficult.

Caregivers with children of any age can participate. The group is run over three sessions. Each session can stand alone but works best if all three are attended. Each session is one hour in duration.

Please note – This is a group information session. We are not legal professionals and do not work for child welfare services. While we’re here to offer support and guidance, we are unable to provide legal advice or intervene in legal matters.

Circle of Security® Parenting Program

Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) is a relationship-based parenting program for parents and caregivers. COSP uses thoughtful discussion to help parents focus and reflect on: their strengths and their struggles to meet their child’s needs, how their experience of being cared for influences their own caregiving, and their capacity to co-regulate their children’s emotions. COSP shows caregivers a path to a safe and supportive relationship which focuses on children’s needs rather than behaviours.

COSP is ideal for parents and caregivers of children ages 4 months to 6 years old. It consists of eight to ten 90 minute sessions.

High Intensity Kids

High Intensity Kids (HIK) is designed for parents and caregivers of children of any age who feel deeply and respond intensely. It offers a supportive space to connect with others who understand these unique parenting experiences.

Over the course of four one-hour sessions, participants will gain insight into what makes these kids “tick” and explore realistic, effective caregiving strategies tailored to their needs.

Participation is flexible – caregivers are welcome to engage at their own comfort level. Turning on cameras or speaking is not required.

Winter 2026 HIK Program

January 22, 29, February 5, and 12. 12:00-1:00 PM

It is highly recommended that you are able to attend every session.

This program is facilitated by RoxAnne Daignault FIREFLY’s Parenting Mental Health Support Worker and Shannon Bowcock, a Senior Clinician with FIREFLY’s Children and Youth Mental Health Team.

Parenting Mental Health Support Group

FIREFLY has partnered with the Lake of The Woods District Hospital, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances and Parents for Children’s Mental Health to offer both One-on-one support sessions as well as group sessions with our Parenting Mental Health Support Worker. These sessions provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space for parents/caregivers to speak openly and honestly about their experiences supporting their loved ones with mental health struggles.

Contact RoxAnne – [email protected]

One-on-one Support: In person, by phone, on Zoom or Teams with RoxAnne Daignault. These sessions can be booked at any time.

Group Sessions: (virtual via Zoom)

These virtual meeting take place every Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m. CT (8:00-9:30 p.m. ET). Please note that on the first and third Wednesdays of the month the focus may be centred around children and youth.

For more information you can contact [email protected] or check out their website.

Triple P Parenting Program

Triple P is a parenting program, that provides information, space, and perspective to explore your own parenting. It allows you the ability to choose your own goals, according to your own beliefs and values, and then select and adapt Triple P parenting strategies to help you achieve those goals. The three Ps in ‘Triple P’ stand for ‘Positive Parenting Program’ which means your family life is going to be much more enjoyable.

FIREFLY offers Triple P in two programs:

Group Teen Triple P for parents and caregivers of children ages 12-16.

Six-to-eight-week group for parents of teenagers up to 16-years who are interested in learning a variety of parenting skills.
Parents may be interested in promoting their teenager’s development and potential or they may have concerns about their teenager’s behaviour.
The program consists of five (2-hour) group sessions of up to 12 parents.

Group Triple P for parents and caregivers of children 2-12.

Six to eight-week group for parents of children up to 12-years interested in promoting their child’s development and potential or they may have concerns about their child’s behavioural problems or simply wish to prevent behaviour problems from developing.
The program involves five (2-hour) group sessions of up to 12 parents.
Parents actively participate in a range of exercises to learn about the causes of child behaviour problems, setting specific goals, and using strategies to promote child development, manage misbehaviour, and plan for high-risk situations.
Then there is 1 (15 to 30 minute) individual (telephone) consultation to assist parents with independent problem solving while they are practising the skills at home.

Virtual Autism Parent Support Group

The Virtual Autism Parent Support Group is an excellent opportunity for caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to get together and share their struggles, successes and ask questions. You do not need to commit to every session and the group is always welcoming new members. You are welcome to email [email protected] if you have any questions.

2026 Support Group Meeting Dates:

All meetings take place virtually beginning at 7:00 PM Central time.

January 20
February 17
March 24
April 14
May 19
June 16

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