Families Matter Society

Families Matter have amazing things for kids. From cooking classes to wellness kits, they have gone above and beyond for these programs. Their contact Jordan is easy to get in touch with and super nice. Highly recommend this society’s kids programs.

I love this classes so much. Helped me so much. Especially with 4 kids now. This self care time worked for me after I got them all on bed. It all about me time. To relax. To clear my mind. To have better sleep. To do jorunaling. To plan out for next day schedule and the week. Learnt different techniques for meditation and breathing skills.I'm so happy I signed up to this every single month. Wouldnt miss a day on it.Peace though breathe and rest class

Families matter offers fabulous programs and drop in sessions that are highly recommended to those who are seeking baby-parents opportunities. I’ve joined several programs and received useful resources that I can apply to day-to-day parenting. Staff is awesome, friendly and knowledgeable. They always welcome us with big smiles!

Great programs for kids, and for parents. I just wished they offered some classes in more locations than just one, and were able to offer more classes as spots sells out very fast. Family Matters is definitely a charity worth funding, for all the precious helps it gives to families. Their workers are friendly, and non-judgemental. Family Matters will be one of my few good memories about life in Calgary. For.post-partum,.they are definitely more usefull, and more efficient than ahs.

Families Matter is a wonderful family resource that is amazing for any family. I love that they took the challenge of the pandemic and built themselves up to be better abled to offer assistance and support to families. By offering many of their programs on ZOOM, families are still able to connect with each other and the great resources offered by this organization. Whether it be a story time class, Messy Fingers or a parenting class, Families Matter has options for all of Calgary's (and surrounding communities) families.

I could not say enough good things about Families Matter! Soon after I had given birth to my daughter I realized that I was suffering from PPD and PPA and didn’t know where to go to get help. My doctor recommended I reach out to them and within a week I was enrolled in their online zoom postpartum support group. The weekly meetings held me accountable to look after myself and my emotions with the help of facilitators and the group members as well. I don’t know how I would have gotten through the darkest period of my life without their support. Thank you Families Matter for being my biggest support and so accessible to parents in need!

Great classes offered to family. My kids enjoyed their baby group and messy fingers. Even I loved the messy fingers class where I don't have to worry about cleaning after. Papa bear is also an awesome one for dads and their littles ones to bond.

I really appreciate the program offerings that Families Matter has. One unique program is Peace through breath and rest where the facilitator guides us through a relaxation session for an hour. It really is a treat to have this time carved out to focus on relaxation and rest which moms do not frequently get. Catherine does a fantastic job and I always feel rested and even sometimes fall asleep even before the Zoom session ends. Every session is slightly different in that she introduces different breathing exercises, body scan and awareness, etc. Highly recommend these classes for anyone, especially tired and exhausted moms who have insomnia (whether it be falling asleep or staying asleep) or don't have a chance to catch a break. I have found myself trying to implement some of the exercises and concepts during the day when I've been stressed out or overwhelmed and holding too much tension in my body.

Awesome friendly compassionate people working here.