ARCQESupport ServicesThe REACH Program

The REACH Program

Ages and Stages Questionnaire Resources for Family Resource Networks and Home Visitation Services to Strengthen Family Support in Child Development.

  • Child Development

Assisting Agencies and Families

ARCQE is pleased to be able to support the Family Resource Networks and Home Visitation Agencies with use of the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) Database.

REACH is a support initiative designed to help with implementation of a universal screening program aligned with the use of the Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2) focused on supporting optimal child development. 

REACH offers training and guidance to help programs navigate the ASQ Online Database, bringing staff up to date with best practices, and making tracking and supporting children’s development easier. REACH participants are invited to join communities of practice and information-sharing sessions, where agencies connect, share insights and collaborate on ASQ use.

REACH programs and agencies are invited to a year-end Showcase of Learning event to share experiences and connect as a community.

If you’re a Family Resource Network or a Home Visitation Agency and are interested in receiving coaching support and use of the ASQ online database for supporting child development, please email our Project Coordinator.

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What Does REACH Include?

  • Free access to the Brookes Online Database
  • ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 training (Train the Trainer & Refresher sessions)
  • Quarterly collaborative sessions with other FRNs and HV programs focused on child development strategies and activities
  • Access to ARCQE-tivity, an Alberta-specific online resource portal of developmental activities for families to complete with children from the comfort of home. These activities support developmental growth following screening and are aligned with ASQ domains.
  • Program specific support and coaching with screening if/as needed.
  • Invitations to family-focused events such as the Parent Symposium in collaboration with Alberta Health Services 
  • Resource kits and materials in multiple languages
  • Universal screening support and consultation for families at program or community events, such as setting up an information booth at resource fairs

REACH is provided at no cost through Government of Alberta funding. Programs remain part of REACH as long as they continue to engage with the project, and while provincial grant funding remains available.

Fill out the Child Development Service Request Form below to get involved or to find out more information.

Brookes Online Database

The Brookes Online Management System is a secure digital platform that helps programs manage ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 screenings, monitor trends, store results, support prompts for next screening intervals when required, and follow up support (i.e. resource packets for families) post screening. It also supports a more collaborative screening process by allowing programs to invite families to complete questionnaires directly through the system when appropriate, helping to build family confidence and engagement in their child’s development.

  • No cost for REACH programs
  • Easy access from anywhere (paperless)
  • Keeps screening records organized and accessible and enables parents full access to share screening results if/as necessary for follow up referrals or with schools upon entry to Kindergarten.
  • Helps with family engagement and follow-up between home and program
  • Supports a consistent and confidential approach to screening
  • Aligns with FOIP and Government of Alberta privacy standards

Through ARCQE! We provide:

  • Onboarding and knowledge transfer sessions
  • Access to formal ASQ “Train the Trainer” sessions to guide implementation of screening in individual programs.
  • Tip sheets and resource guides
  • Ongoing access to the Project Coordinator for support
  • Hourly support time when needed

Programs are strongly encouraged to use the database to support consistent practices and long-term success, portability of screening results for families accessing further support or as children transition between care and school, but REACH supports can be customized for all programs even if you’re not using the database right away.

ARCQEtivitites

The ARCQEtivities site creates a world of fun for families with a wide range of hands-on activities designed to spark growth through play! As your go-to platform for supporting every aspect of children’s development, ARCQEtivity offers 927 unique play experiences that you can use at home or on the go.

This free digital resource is designed to assist families involved in ARCQE's Child Development supports.

Brookes Publishing Co.

Who are they and what do they offer?

Brookes Publishing specializes in early childhood and education resources. They are the official author/publishers of the Ages and Stages Questionnaires® (ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2), which are researched and reliable widely used tools supporting developmental and social-emotional screening.

Programs participating in the REACH project with ARCQE receive free access to the Brookes Online Database, a secure platform that helps to streamline, automate and digitall manage and track ASQ screening results.

  • Allows for online completion of ASQ-3 and ASQ:SE-2 
  • Stores screening results in a secure, centralized space
  • Tracks trends, follow-up actions, and referrals
  • Generates individualized resource packets based on individual children’s developmental needs.
  • Helps streamline communication with families and sharing and debriefing results more effectively between home and the program.
  • Enables families to complete screenings digitally from the comfort of home and on a more flexible schedule that suits the child and family’s needs

Yes. The Brookes Online System meets privacy and data protection standards aligned with FOIP and Alberta expectations. Programs receive support from ARCQE to ensure safe and effective use.

If your FRN or HV program joins REACH, ARCQE will provide onboarding, training, and ongoing support to help you use the database confidently.

Visit www.agesandstages.com or reach out to Lauren Bailie at [email protected] for program-specific support.

The CDS projects are accepting applications for new programs.

Priority will be given to programs based off the following criteria:

  • Previously or currently supporting Inclusive Child Care (ICC)
  • Having received a certificate of completion for an ARCQE ASQ Orientation Sessions and ASQ Kits
  • Have a formalized connection with another agency that is a current participant in the GRASP project.
  • Our project model is broken into three phases: Orientation and Project Initiation, Plan for Implementation, and Family Engagement. Coaching support will be tailored to meet the following levels: First Year Program, Second Year Program, and Early Leader Program.

CDS involvement includes the following:

  • Direct Coach support virtually and in-person.
  • Developing an ASQ Team and having educators engaged in the process of screening.
  • Utilizing the ASQ Database within three months of project initiation.
  • Ongoing use of the Brookes ASQ database, including a maximum of 3 screenings per year under the age of two and 2 screenings a year over the age of two. An additional two per year may be completed for children in monitoring and/or referral areas with a focus on universal screening.
  • Attendance at training sessions and networking/learning showcase opportunities.
  • Invitations to formal Training & Refresher Training sessions to guide new and returning programs.
  • Access to resources to support implementation and responsive strategies for families as a follow up to formal ASQ screening outcomes.
  • Working with your coach to develop resources for families within the program.
  • The availability of ASQ kits in other languages as necessary to minimize barriers to family participation.

Child Development Supports Service Request

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Type of Program*
Who is the primary contact in your agency supporting services for Birth - 6 years of age?
If yes, please provide the coach's name.
Attendance to ASQ:SE-2 Orientation Session and have kit*
Attendance to ASQ-3 Orientation Session and have kit*