Halton. Halton Region Public Health, Parenting Support Group

Halton. Halton Region Public Health

Site: Oakville - Halton Regional Centre

Service: Parenting Support Group

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Record #: OAK4160

Last Full Update: 02 Sep 2026

Contact Information

Office Phone	Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-825-6000 or call 3-1-1
Toll Free Phone	1-866-442-5866
TTY Phone	905-827-9833
Fax	905-845-0588
E-Mail	accesshalton@halton.ca
Website	https://www.halton.ca/for-residents/children-and-parenting/parenting-supports#parenting-support-group
Social Media	Facebook, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), YouTube, Instagram
Primary Contact	Jennifer Hedges RN, BNSc, MHS, Manager, Early Years

Agency Information

Established	2026
Funding	Regional / Municipal

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)	Free weekly parenting support group for parents and caregivers with infants from birth until crawling age; pregnant individuals are also welcome Provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for peer connection and mutual support during early parenthood Offers information and guidance on infant care and parental well-being Facilitates opportunities to connect with other parents and caregivers experiencing similar life stages Led by a Public Health Nurse and an Early Childhood Educator from EarlyON Focuses on supporting healthy parent-child development and caregiver confidence during the early months of parenting
Hours	Please see website for locations and times in Halton Region
Areas Served	Halton Region
Eligibility	Parents and caregivers with babies from birth until they begin to crawl Pregnant participants also welcome.
Application	new participants are always welcome no pre-registration required visit website for more information
Languages	English ; Interpretive Services - can be arranged for those that require language services
Fees	None

Site Information

Site Location	sessions are run at various locations in Halton - see website for details
Located In Community	Oakville
Address & Map	Halton Regional Centre 1151 Bronte Rd Oakville, ON L6M 3L1 View Google Map
Intersection	Bronte Rd and North Service Rd W
Mailing Address	c/o Halton Region Public Health
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Categories and Classification

HCSD Main Heading	Child / Family Services ; Health Care ; Youth
HCSD Sub Heading	Perinatal / Pregnancy / Postnatal ; Postnatal / Pregnancy ; Young Parents
Service Categories	Peer to Peer Networking ~ Pregnant Individuals ; General Expectant/New Parent Assistance ; Peer to Peer Networking ~ New Parents ; Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance ; Parent Support Groups ~ Pregnant Individuals ; Parent Support Groups ~ New Parents

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