Virtual EarlyON Parent Town Hall will focus on the impact of the pandemic on young children

Whitby, Ontario – Parents and caregivers in Durham Region are invited to attend the virtual Let's Talk - EarlyON Parent Town Hall. This virtual event will focus on the impact the COVID-19 pandemic may have on young children (six years of age or younger); featuring a panel of experts to help answer questions about children’s development and health.

Registration is required to attend.

When: Thursday, June 10 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Due to COVID-19 physical distancing measures, this event will be held virtually.

Why: The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges, and many parents and caregivers wonder how it may impact their child’s development and health. This virtual Let’s Talk – EarlyON Parent Town Hall aims to provide useful information for parents/caregivers and help answer any questions they may have. The following experts will present at this virtual event:

• Seetha Abeyesekera, M.Ed - Behaviour Consultant
• Pepi McTavish, MD, MPH, MHM, CCFP, FRCPC - Associate Medical Officer of Health
• Melanie Smith-Brown, BASc - Infant and Child Development Consultant
• Jennifer Carr, BCD, RECE - EarlyON Educator
• Sacha Farrell, B.A. - EarlyON Educator

The Let’s Talk – EarlyON Parent Town Hall is free to access. However, registration is required. Please register on Eventbrite.

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