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Therapeutic Foster Care in the News - New Approach in Alberta
News Posted On Dec 01, 2023

Therapeutic Foster Care in the News - New Approach in Alberta

Foster care is changing in Alberta, and we are thrilled to be part of this new approach. Our therapeutic foster care (ohpikîhakan) is focused on increased training and support for caregivers, and family reunification.  Did you catch our therapeutic…

Our Indigenous Support Services
News Posted On Sep 01, 2023

Our Indigenous Support Services

The Family Centre is committed to working towards reconciliation by becoming a wicihtasow (ally). Read on to learn how we are developing our Indigenous practice and the services available to our Indigenous service users.   We have been developing our…

New Therapeutic Foster Care Program Looking for Caregivers for Youth
News Posted On Apr 01, 2023

New Therapeutic Foster Care Program Looking for Caregivers for Youth

The Family Centre's new therapeutic foster care program is looking for interested caregivers for youth. Have you ever thought about becoming a caregiver for youth? If you want to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable youth in Edmonton, this…

Calvin's Story
News Posted On Jun 29, 2021

Calvin's Story

Calvin’s love for his daughters gave him the courage to hold his family together as a single parent. His daughters were put into care because their mother struggled with addiction and unhealthy relationships. When Calvin heard the news, he was living…

Trista's and Angela's Story
News Posted On Mar 01, 2021

Trista's and Angela's Story

Trista was shocked the day her oldest sister called her from prison. She asked Trista to care for her baby, Briella, when she would be born. “I knew that Briella would be taken, and my sister would be sent back to the prison after she gave birth. So,…

Crystal's Story
News Posted On Jan 01, 2021

Crystal's Story

Crystal was caring for her grandchildren when her world turned upside down. She had been sober for sixteen years but was accused of using drugs and alcohol. The next day her grandchildren were taken into care. Nobody believed Crystal and the pain turned…

Nataz's Story
News Posted On Jul 01, 2020

Nataz's Story

At the age of seventeen, Nataz was transitioning out of foster care and into her own place. Feeling bright-eyed, she was ready to take on any opportunity that was presented to her. A few years later, her social worker introduced her to Natasha, a youth…

Resources for National Indigenous History Month
News Posted On Jun 05, 2020

Resources for National Indigenous History Month

In June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month to honour the history, heritage, and diversity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. If you’re interested in learning more about Indigenous peoples, here are some resources recommended by our knowledge…

The Family Centre acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and traveling route for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

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