Parenting Journey
Parenting Journey is a home visitation program that provides support for families experiencing complex social, emotional and familial challenges that may impact overall family functioning, parent-child relationships and the well-being and development of children and youth.
We help families to identify their needs and to set goals that improve their lives. We work with families who have children from ages 3-18 years.
Our home consultants work with families to build meaningful relationships while identifying their strengths, challenges, and what resources are readily available to them. We then help prioritize each family's needs and provide support in those areas.
Our Mission
Kings County Family Resources Centre provides community-based programs and services that promote healthy family development through acceptance, communication, and education in a supportive and respective environment.
Our Vision
That all families have the opportunity and the resources to reach their full potential.
Your Parenting Journey Consultant Can...
- Meet with you in your home, at our Centre or at any other comfortable community space to decide if this program is right for you and your family's needs.
- Provide individualized support to parents and children or youth.
- Connect you with other community resources and provide referrals as needed.
- Attend appointments with you such as school, counselling, medical, legal, foodbank, etc.
- Share important information on child, youth and family growth and development.
- Provide regular visits and phone calls to support you in reaching your family goals.
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Parenting Journey Home Visitor Consultants
Kim Matthews - Parenting Journey Home Visitor Consultant
My name is Kim Matthews and I live in Coldbrook, NS, with my husband, our children and 2 small dogs.
Employed with Kings County Family Resource Centre since 2016, I began as a program facilitator running multiple programs. Since 2020, I have been a Parent Journey Home Visitor Consultant working with and supporting families in the community. I love my new role!
In my leisure time, I enjoy being with my family & friends and walking my dogs. I love the beach and yoga.
Marius West - Parenting Journey Home Visitor Consultant
Hailing from the beautiful, twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean, I moved to Nova Scotia in 2022 with my wife and two youngest girls.
My previous background in Corrections exposed me to the importance of men in the lives of their children and the severe, negative consequences of their absenteeism. This ignited my passion for working with families to create lasting, positive relationships.
When not at work, I enjoy taking advantage of the natural beauty of Nova Scotia, with hiking and fishing being at the top of my list.