Who can come to June's Centre?
In order to use June's Centre services, you must be 18 years old or younger and either pregnant or a parent. Once you have met with one of our counsellors who will explain all our services to you, you will be able to participate in any of the programs that are right for you. We also have some programs and services for your boyfriend.
Does it cost anything?
No. All our services are free.
Are services confidential?
Yes. The staff at June's Centre will not share information with your parents, boyfriend, other family members, or workers at other community agencies, unless you want us to.
Can someone come with me?
Yes. You are welcome to bring someone to support you when you come for your first meeting with a counsellor. Our programs, however, are limited to June's Centre participants. Your boyfriend can come to June's Centre programs if you want him to.
Can my boyfriend come?
Yes. It is your choice whether or not your boyfriend comes to use June's Centre. We do offer some programs that you may want to invite him to.
When are you open?
June's Centre is open for programs Monday to Thursday, and our hours are generally 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with some special program times in the evenings. We send a calendar out to all participants each month. Our schedule changes seasonally, so please be sure to check the monthly calendar. (Available here as "This Month" in the 'What's New' section).
Can I live at June's Centre?
No. We are a drop-in support service. There are several housing options available to pregnant and parenting teens that we can help you access.
Can June's Centre help me find a place to live?
Yes. June's Centre has a housing counsellor on staff that can work with you to find suitable housing.
Do you have prenatal classes?
Yes. We offer a variety of parenting education classes for both pregnant and parenting teens.
How do I join the school?
In order to go to June's Centre school you must have first joined the centre by meeting with one of our counsellors. Your counsellor will then put your name forward to be considered for enrollment. Please note, space in our school is very limited.
What if my child is not currently with me?
If your child is temporarily not in your custody, but you are planning to have your child returned to you, you can still be a participant at June's Centre.
Are there waiting lists?
No. You will usually be able to see a counsellor for an initial meeting within a week.
