Rose of Durham has much to offer (prenatal, school, individual support, parenting groups, workshops) We support the client’s decision to attend (or not attend) what they choose. At intake, you can discuss your needs with your counsellor. But all young parents who use any service at the Rose must have an active counsellor.

If you would like to bring a friend, partner, parent or other relative with you for your first counselling appointment, you may. The counsellor will meet with you, separately, first and then your friend/relative may join you. Your partner is welcome to book their own intake. For prenatal classes, you may bring a partner/coach.

Yes, young fathers can receive individual counselling, attend the school program, and may attend some parenting groups offered at Rose of Durham (such as ‘What a Difference a Dad Makes, and Back 2 Basic, Family Play, Summer Program, Christmas Party), they often attend prenatal classes as a ‘coach’. Their counsellor can inform them of others options available.

No, you can usually see a counsellor within a week of calling the agency.

Rose of Durham is open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday.

There is no cost for any of the services offered by Rose of Durham.

Anytime during a pregnancy, or when they are already young parents.

To take part in counselling and other programs at Rose of Durham female clients must be under 26 years of age and male clients must be under 30 years of age. You will meet with a counsellor who will tell you about the services offered at Rose of Durham available to you. The counsellor will also tell you how to get in touch with other services offered in the community that you might need.