Kindred Connections Society

Thank you for highlighting the impact of our Prenatal Outreach Support Team (POST)!

We’re proud to partner with CUPS Calgary and the Calgary Police Service to deliver support to pregnant individuals and new parents, helping build safer, healthier futures for children and families in Calgary.

If you or someone you know could use support, learn more about POST and Kindred’s other programs here: https://www.kindred.ca/need-help/parenting-supports/post/

Every child deserves a safe start. 💙

This Child Abuse Prevention Month, we're highlighting the Prenatal Outreach Support Team (POST), a partnership between Kindred Connections Society, CUPS Calgary & the Calgary Police Service. POST provides support to vulnerable pregnant individuals & new parents.

There have been over 100 referrals to POST so far in 2026.

One woman came to POST while experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, & domestic abuse, all while preparing to welcome her third child. Through consistent support including weekly check-ins, connections to housing, healthcare & community resources, she began taking meaningful steps toward stability.

Despite facing significant barriers, she remained committed to creating a better future for her children. Today, she is safely caring for her children, has strong supports in place, and is thriving as a parent.

Her story is a powerful reminder that small steps can lead to life-changing outcomes. By supporting parents, POST helps create safer, healthier futures for children.­­

Preparing for a new baby includes making space for your own care, too.

In partnership with the Women's Centre of Calgary, our Motherhood Together series offers an opportunity to learn, connect and share with others navigating pregnancy and early parenthood.

Our next session, Preparing for Postpartum, takes place on Wednesday, October 14 from 10–11:30AM at the Women’s Centre of Calgary (39 4 Street NE)

Register here: https://womenscentrecalgary.org/event/motherhood-together-prenatal-postpartum-wellness-series-5/

Kindred’s new operational hours offer more evening and weekend availability, making it easier to find time for support and connection.

🕘 Monday: 9AM–5PM
🕘 Tuesday–Thursday: 9AM–8PM
🕘 Friday: 9AM–4:30PM
🕘 Saturday: 9AM–1PM

Individual program hours vary. View program schedules and plan your visit here: https://www.kindred.ca/need-help/

This World Mental Health Day, take a moment to check in with yourself and the people you care about. That might mean making time for a pause, reaching out to a friend, or giving someone space to share how they’re feeling.

You don’t need to have the perfect words to start a conversation, and you don’t have to navigate difficult moments alone.

Our team is here to listen and support you. Explore our rapid access counselling services here: https://www.kindred.ca/need-help/mental-health-services/rac/

Find the right support and make connections at Kindred this October 💙

Whether you’re preparing for a baby, navigating early parenthood or looking for opportunities for your little ones to play, our featured programs offer welcoming spaces to learn, ask questions, and connect with other families.

Swipe through to explore this month’s parenting groups, prenatal and infant support, and drop-in play opportunities.

Find details, schedules, and registration here: https://www.kindred.ca/need-help/featured-programs/

Preparing for Birth and Baby is a virtual prenatal education series for pregnant people, along with their partners or support people. Sessions explore topics including third-trimester wellness, labour and birth, medical and non-medical supports, postpartum preparation, perinatal mental health, lactation, and newborn care.

Attend one session or join us for the full series!

📅 Every other Thursday beginning October 8
🕕 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
📍 Virtual

To learn more and register visit here: https://www.caredove.com/service/detail/sid/34673/refr/org

Newborn Cues and Connection is a free, guided session for caregivers and babies three months and younger. Together, you’ll learn how to:

✔️ Recognize and respond to your baby’s cues
✔️ Strengthen the parent-child relationship
✔️ Support your baby’s brain development
✔️Build confidence as a caregiver

📅 Wednesdays beginning October 7
🕙 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
📍 Kindred: #10, 2175 29 Street NE

To register visit here: https://www.caredove.com/service/detail/sid/32319/refr/org

Have you RSVP’d for Kindred’s Community Open House?

Visit our new Program Centre, explore the spaces designed to support Calgary children and families, and connect with the Kindred team. Throughout the afternoon, guests can participate in storytime, family mindfulness sessions, introductions to infant massage, and smudging offered in partnership with Miskanawah.

The Calgary Public Library Book Truck will also be on-site from 3 to 6:30 p.m.!

📅 Wednesday, September 23
🕒 3 to 7 p.m.
📍 Kindred: #10, 2175 29th Street NE

We look forward to welcoming you to our new home. View the schedule and RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/youre-invited-to-kindreds-community-open-house-tickets-1995141703543