Provincial Family Resource Networks – service provider search

Service description: Information and referral and coordination of services for Albertans.

Service description: The Strengthening Homefires Cultural and Social Work Support Program is a prevention and early intervention program that uses Indigenous ways of knowing and holistic views to strengthen and build resiliency of a family unit to create a legacy of healing through education and support. The supports and services provided will strengthen Indigenous parents, youth and families’ understanding of traditions, customs and practices; grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, increasing positive outcomes related to child safety and well-being. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills to build resilience through understanding the effects of indigenous history and intergenerational trauma regarding parenting and interactions with family and community and increase their capacity to access community resources in times of need.

Service description: By supporting vulnerable children and youth between the ages of 6-18 they will attain long term stability by increasing connections, supports and reducing barriers. A variety of evidence-informed and strength-based programs, supported referrals, and in home supports will be provided to the community and families we serve. We work with people of all backgrounds including but not limited to indigenous, sexually and gender diverse, and culturally diverse children, youth, and families.

Service description: Play - Early Childhood Development programming is offered throughout the Fort Saskatchewan and Sturgeon Region Family Resource Network area. It is an opportunity for caregivers and their children to play together and learn more about child development in a supportive and enriching environment.

Service description: Home Visitation is an in-home support provided to prenatal caregivers as well as caregivers of children 0-6 years of age within the Fort Saskatchewan and Sturgeon Region Family Resource Network. The support may include Health for Two pre-natal support in a community location. The intent is to nurture the caregiver-child relationship and provide support for child development.

Service description: Family Education and Support includes one to one in home supports and group supports in community for families with children aged 0 – 18 years. Support is intended to build resilience and increase knowledge and skills about parenting and child development.