Mary was but one of the people drastically affected by the Fort McMurray forest fires. She lost her job that supported her and her stay-at-home husband in Edmonton. Mary was then forced back to Edmonton, a city she was not familiar with. Shortly after…
Being alone through the holiday season can be a painful time. For some people, the holiday season means spending quality time with family, sharing a meal, and maybe even sharing gifts. For others, this time of year may not feel cheery and is not the…
Is it time to get your creativity flowing? These upcoming art fairs and markets could help spark your inspiration and get you started on your holiday shopping! Enjoy hand-made items, local goods, and live entertainment at these upcoming events. …
Vince and Leona had last seen their grandson Trevor when he was 12 years old and visiting them in Ontario during a summer break. After that visit, Vince and Leona had tried to keep in touch with their grandson in Edmonton through Skype. Each time they…
Leanne's daughter struggled with her mental health which led to drug addiction and criminal offences. Being in and out of jail, she lost guardianship of her children. Right away, Leanne knew that she wanted to care for her two grandchildren. However,…
Burnout can affect not only your work but also your relationships and your health. It’s important to know what burnout is and its symptoms so you can spot them quickly and take steps to intervene. Burnout is the effect of chronic, long-term stress.…
We all deserve to be in a healthy relationship. Simply put, a healthy relationship brings out the best in you. Here are seven signs to look for: 1. You trust each otherYou trust your partner, meaning you have confidence in them, can rely on them, and…
The Family Centre no longer offers supervised/safe visitation services. If you require this type of service, please refer to the alternatives listed below:1. Family ConnectionsFamily Connections is accepting new clients who need court-ordered supervised…
Ainsley, a burly and tough security guard, found out how strong he truly was after joining Strive. At first, Ainsley was hesitant to join the therapeutic group for men recommended by his mental health therapist. He didn’t feel comfortable opening up…
Talk to any busy mom or dad, and you know that raising a family can be a challenging undertaking. We usually develop our family structure based on how we were raised. It’s often referred to as our “normal” and the only thing we know. These behaviours…
Conflict in Relationships is Normal Are you and your partner arguing more? Do you feel unappreciated for the things you do in the relationship? Are you constantly feeling like you need to defend yourself? Do you both withdraw and refuse to talk? You’re…
Are you looking for fun, inexpensive things to do with your family this summer? Besides watching the K Days Parade and dipping into the pools at the Legislature, there are many other activities in our city that won’t break your bank. The Priceless…
Helping around the house allows children to practice skills they will need all their lives, such as setting the table, organizing a room, and preparing meals. Chores also give children something productive to do. We have all heard children say, “What…
Brittany, 21, recently completed a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Alberta and started her career as a registered nurse. When she was in junior high, she received supports from The Family Centre. “I had been dealing with some…
Online access to our LGBTQ+ resource guide, The Rainbow Pages, is available through our new and improved website. Transitioning into adulthood can be tough, finding resources shouldn’t have to be! The upgraded platform is a safe space where youth…
Stress is a part of our everyday life. We can experience good stress (such as getting married or beginning a new job) or bad stress, such as losing a beloved pet. Human beings are designed to respond and react to stress as a survival strategy. Our bodies…
You don’t always get to choose your family but Patricia was glad she could. There were no doubts in her mind when she decided to care for her ex partner’s son, Jon. Jon’s early life was spent moving back and forth between cities, homes, and caregivers.…
Are you ready for the big commitment? There are many significant decisions to be made and conversations to be had before the “I do”. How will we celebrate holidays? What are our beliefs about sex? Will we have a shared bank account? How do we handle…
In the fall of 2016, The Family Centre embarked on a journey to becoming a trauma-informed agency. This came after several years of increasing our knowledge in brain development, attachment, the impacts of trauma, and poverty as a systemic issue. We…
Kassidy’s entire life was spent in and out of the social service system. Her parents separated three times throughout her childhood before her father moved away. Growing up, Kassidy’s father had a drinking problem and she was never able to build…