Programs
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ACAV developed the capacity to identify emerging needs in the community, and has led a coordinated response to those needs. As part of that, we have identified programs within the community to assist you and your needs.
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| Program Name: |
Adopt-A-School Program |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Police Service Youth Eductaion and Intervention Unit |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTONAL PROGRAM/SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Students (k-6)
Program:
Presentations about school violence prevention
Regular contact with the school and student body by the District Constable
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| Contact Information: |
206-8571
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Alternatives To Violence Education Program for Youth |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary John Howard Society |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
Cost:
Delivered to:
Program:
Two-day workshop offered to students to build pro-social skills
The AVEPY philosophy is respect for self, respect and caring for others; think before reacting; ask for a non-violent solution; and expect the best
AVEPY’s goal is to empower youth with the tools they need to play a positive role in their communities
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| Contact Information: |
264-0060
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Avenue 15 |
| Coordinator: |
Boys and Girls Club Community Services |
| Description: |
Cost: None to consumer
Program:
Avenue 15
Youth age 12-17 who are homeless or temporarily unable to live with their family
Accessible 24 hours
Short term stay facility offers emergency shelter and food
Youth goal planning
The Side Door is located at Avenue 15 and provides youth living on the street with basic hygiene, nutritional services and the emotional support to enable them to make positive life changes
Self referral to access meals, showers, family mediation, referrals, educational support, etc.
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| Contact Information: |
543-9651
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Awo Taan Native Women’s Shelter |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Native Women's Shelter |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICES
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Children (K-12)
Program:
Healing Circle
Children’s Healing Circle runs concurrent with the women’s Healing Circle
Legends are retold and related to different lessons in life
Smudging
Child Support Program
One on one tutoring is available to in-house clients as well as school liaison
Healing Circles
Short term counseling
Summer programming
Community Liaison Program
Provided by Family Violence Prevention Counselors
Provide access to food, crisis counseling or services, short-term counseling, support through the court system
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| Contact Information: |
531-1972
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Behavior Adaptation Treatment Program |
| Coordinator: |
YWCA Youth and Family Services |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Children 6-12 years of age
Program:
Behavior Adaptation Treatment Program
Family support services are provided for children 6-12 years of age, and their families, who are in a CBE designated classroom for students with behavioral and emotional difficulties
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| Contact Information: |
717-1723 |
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| Program Name: |
Business Accreditation Program |
| Coordinator: |
Child and Youth Friendly Calgary |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free
Delivered to: K-12
Provides residents and visitors with a brochure containing Child Friendly attractions, hotels, restaurants, recreational facilities and services
All have been inspected by kids to ensure they accommodate the needs of children and families
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| Contact Information: |
266-5448 |
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| Program Name: |
Calgary Community Conferencing |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Community Conferencing |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICES
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Students (K-12) referred by the courts or the schools
Program:
After serious incidences occur in schools, the program brings the victim and offender together and provides alternatives to the Criminal Justice System
Restorative Justice Focus
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| Contact Information: |
974-1963
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Calgary Counselling Centre |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Counselling Centre |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICES
Cost: Sliding scale
Delivered to: Children ages 3-18 by experienced staff
Program:
Responsible Choices for Children & Parents
Specialized group program for children ages 3-18 who are aggressive or disruptive at home or at school.
One parent must attend the parent component of the group
Program runs for 12 consecutive Saturdays.
Play Therapy
Counseling to deal with issues affecting children’s lives and well being, or counselling for those children who may be demonstrating emotional difficulties.
Individual Counseling
Counseling is available to children, 3-18, and their families
Crisis counseling is NOT available, although distressed individuals will usually be seen on the same day
Children of Divorce
Specialized group program for children 3-18 who are experiencing parental separation or divorce
One parent must attend the parent component of the group
Helps children and parents understand and deal with feelings that arise from separation and divorce
Program runs for 10 consecutive Saturdays. |
| Contact Information: |
265-4980
Direct line to in-take department: 691-5991
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Child Abuse Service- Alberta Children's Hospital |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Health Region |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free (must have Alberta Health Care)
Delivered to: Age 0-12
Program:
„h Assessment & treatment for children and families who have experienced maltreatment or are at risk of maltreatment
„h Groups for children and parents: behavior management; anger management , sexual abuse treatment, social skills
„h Prevention Program ¡V Shaken Baby Syndrome
„h Referrals to community agencies as needed
„h Medical examination for sexual and physical abuse
„h Consultation with community agencies around issues of child maltreatment
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| Contact Information: |
phone:943-7886
fax: 943-7245
Website |
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| Program Name: |
Child Sexual Abuse Treatment |
| Coordinator: |
Catholic Family Service |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICES
Delivered to: Children ages 5-17 by qualified staff (Services open to all denominations)
Program:
Child Sexual Abuse Treatment
Referred only by Calgary and Area Child & Family Services
Specialized program for children and adolescents who have been sexually abused
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| Contact Information: |
233-2360 |
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| Program Name: |
Child Witness Court Preperation |
| Coordinator: |
Canadian Society for the Investigation of Child Abuse |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free of charge
Delivered to: Children and youth ages 3 to 17
Program:
Provides direct assistance to the increasing number of children being called upon to testify in court proceedings
The needs of child witnesses are primarily addressed in group settings
Each group consists of six sessions requiring the commitment of both the child and an adult who will support the child in court
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| Contact Information: |
289-8385
www.csicainfo.com |
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| Program Name: |
Children's Advocate |
| Coordinator: |
Child and Youth Advocate |
| Description: |
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Children & youth with child welfare status
Program:
Advocate will represent young people with status under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancment Welfare Act and the Protection of Children Invovled in Prostitution Act to ensure their rights, interests and viewpoints are considered when decisions are made about them.
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| Contact Information: |
297-8435 |
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| Program Name: |
Community of Caring |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Catholic School Board St. Paul Centre |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL/CLIMATE PROGRAM
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Students by teachers, school staff and administration in the Calgary Catholic School District(K-12)
Program:
Teaches students universal values which improve their self esteem
Components:
Integrates values of respect, responsibility, caring, trust and family through curriculum and the daily life of school
Coordinating committee organizes activities
Parental and community involvement
Student forums, community service
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| Contact Information: |
301-0815 Ext 2257 |
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| Program Name: |
Community, Paremt and School (COMPASS) |
| Coordinator: |
YWCA Youth and Family Services |
| Description: |
In-home family support for families experiencing difficulties with their children 0-12 years of age
Weekly visits for up to six months
Teach problem solving
Anger management program can be accessed by elementary schools in Calgary
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| Contact Information: |
264-3440 |
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| Program Name: |
Comprehensive School Health |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Health Region |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL/CLIMATE PROGRAM
Delivered to: Students (K-12) by teachers, parents, school staff and public health nurses
Program:
A whole school approach which links instruction and learning (curriculum) with school culture, social supports (environment) and relevant community services (support services) to develop a health-promoting school.
Components:
School Action Committee of parents, students, staff and public health nurse coordinates action plans to address health issues identified by the school community
Training, in-services, resources, networking, facilitation
Health issues chosen by schools range from violence prevention to nutrition, staff wellness, air quality and others
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| Contact Information: |
943-0216
wwwcrha-health.ab.ca/hecomm |
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| Program Name: |
Counseling |
| Coordinator: |
Discovery House Family Violence Prevention Society |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free for in-house clients
Delivered to: K-12
Program:
Provides counseling to children and adolescents who are, or have been, affected by family violence.
Services are available to children living in the shelter and those living in the community.
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| Contact Information: |
277-0718 |
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| Program Name: |
Counselling |
| Coordinator: |
Jewish Family Services |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Sliding Scale
Delivered to: Individuals, families
Program:
Case Management
Intake & Referral Services
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| Contact Information: |
287-3510
www.jewishfamilyservicecalgary.org |
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| Program Name: |
Counselling Program |
| Coordinator: |
Catholic Family Service |
| Description: |
Counseling is available to children and their families from all communities and denominations |
| Contact Information: |
233-2360 |
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| Program Name: |
Dare to Care |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Family Service |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL/CLIMATE PROGRAM
Cost: Schools in certain areas receive corporate sponsorship for program delivery. Please call for further information.
Delivered to: Students (grades 7- 12)
Components:
Teacher component
Parent Component
Program:
Facilitate the development of a school wide policy on bullying
Develop a culture which values caring, respect and safety
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| Contact Information: |
269-9888 |
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| Program Name: |
Eleanor's House |
| Coordinator: |
Boys and Girls Club Community Services |
| Description: |
Short term housing for teens leaving the sex trade and for those in danger of entering it
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| Contact Information: |
276-9981 |
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| Program Name: |
Family and Schools Together (FAST) |
| Coordinator: |
Catholic Family Service |
| Description: |
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Students (K-4) by staff working with school staff and families
Program:
Community based early intervention program for strengthening families of children "at risk” for future social and academic difficulties or substance abuse
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| Contact Information: |
233-2360
www.cfs-ab.org |
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| Program Name: |
Family and Youth Counsellor |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Family Service |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICES
Cost: Sliding Scale
Delivered to: K-12
Program:
Family & Youth Counselor Program
Youth counselors are present in a number of schools in higher need areas of the city to provide individual and small group counseling and support to students and their families.
Counselors teach and train staff in unique programs that help schools deal with issues such as bullying and violence.
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| Contact Information: |
269-9888
www.calgaryfamilyservices.org
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| Program Name: |
Individual and Group Counselling |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Family Service |
| Description: |
Available to children and youth and their families |
| Contact Information: |
269-9888
www.calgaryfamilyservices.org |
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| Program Name: |
Information Sharing- Sessions |
| Coordinator: |
Government of Alberta |
| Description: |
The initiative is comprised of delivering training modules to staff in organizations that deliver services to children, youth, adults and families. |
| Contact Information: |
Human Resource and Employment
Information Sharing Training Unit
12th Fl, Centre West Building
10035-108 ST, Edmonton, AB T5J 3E1
(780) 644-1629
Email
http://infosharing.gov.ab.ca |
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| Program Name: |
Keep it Kool! (Anger Management Program) |
| Coordinator: |
Boys and Girls Club Community Services |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
Cost: Free to members—Family Membership $55.00/yr
Individual Membership $25.00/yr
Delivered to: Students (K-12) by Boys & Girls Club staff
Program:
Anger management & conflict resolution
Groups are for children ages 6-8, 9-12, 13-17 and adults
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| Contact Information: |
276-9981
www.calgaryboysandgirlsclub.ca |
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| Program Name: |
Mayor's Youth Council |
| Coordinator: |
Child and Youth Friendly Calgary |
| Description: |
A group of young people represent the voice of Calgary’s youth
This group also provide their perspective to a variety of organizations seeking youth input
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| Contact Information: |
266-5448
www.childfriendly.ab.ca |
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| Program Name: |
Multicultural Family Services |
| Coordinator: |
Catholic Family Service |
| Description: |
Cost: Sliding Scale
Delivered to: Children (0-17) and their families
Program:
Counseling available to families either in-house or outreach
Available to all denominations, all cultural backgrounds in any Calgary community
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| Contact Information: |
233-2360
www.cfs-ab.org
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| Program Name: |
New Roads Program |
| Coordinator: |
New Roads Coordinator |
| Description: |
The New Roads Program is a free 16 week, early intervention program forpre-adolescents (7-11) who are engaging in at-risk behaviour. It provides interventions and alternatives to children and their families dealing with community violence, and anti-social behaviour. The goals of the program are to develop a positive relationship among children, families and the community. Some reasons for referral may be showing defiance at home,school or the community, property destruction, lying, stealing, and bullying. It targets children who are displaying anti-social behaviour, who may have a difficult time communicating with others and expressing their feelings in an appropriate way. Parental consent and involvement is needed,and the emphasis is on early intervention services.
Some interventions that we offer are:
* Parent/Child Educational groups - Skill based group for parents and children. Children learn more effective ways to problem solve and interact with others. Parents learn a variety of parenting "tools" including behaviour management techniques.
* Recreation Program - Highly structured recreation program focusing on teaching social skills, that are incorporated into the activities (i.e.getting along, problem solving and following instructions).
* In-Home Support - Family specialists visit the child's home once a week to help parents implement skills taught in parents group sessions.
* Mentoring Program - As your child transitions out of the New Roads Program, the mentoring program is designed to offer support to the child and family. Your child would be matched up with a positive role model.
Mentoring could be side by side, recreational, or tutorial.
* School Support - Family Specialists work with the child's teachers to provide support or strategies that may benefit that particular child.
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| Contact Information: |
The referral process is easy, parents can be informed and call us themselves, or you can call with their consent in which we will call to
follow up. Feel free to call to request further information or brochures, please contact the New Roads Program at 274-2297. |
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| Program Name: |
Outreach Services |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter |
| Description: |
SUPPORT SERVICE
Cost: Free
Program:
Provides support, safety planning and assistance in acquiring basic needs and counseling to women and children who are fleeing domestic violence (such as physical, emotional, sexual, financial abuse)
Services are provided in the community
Referrals to the programs are from the CWES in-house shelter program or from the community crisis program
Support group and crisis counseling available
Service is available for 4 to 6 months
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| Contact Information: |
Crisis Line (24 hours) 232-8717
Contact 234-7233 |
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| Program Name: |
Safe & Caring Schools |
| Coordinator: |
Society for Safe and Caring Schools and Communities |
| Description: |
Intergration of safe and caring themes into the curriculum to affect school climate and culture |
| Contact Information: |
(800) 232-7208 ext. 487
www.sacsc.ca |
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| Program Name: |
Second Step |
| Coordinator: |
Committee for Children |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
Cost: Curriculum materials and costs vary depending on Grade/level
Delivered to: Students through curriculum and to teachers through training
Program:
School based social and emotional skills curriculum that seeks to change attitudes and behaviors that contribute to violence
Children learn how to respond empathicly to others and practice skill steps for calming down, reducing anger and solving problems
Free implementation support through the planning and teaching of the curriculum
Research based and proven effective
Parent component
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| Contact Information: |
1-800-634-4449 or
1-206-343-1223 Ext 200 |
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| Program Name: |
Stop Bullying |
| Coordinator: |
Catholic Family Service |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL/CLIMATE PROGRAM
Cost:$300 or donations
Delivered to: Grade 1-6 (Services are open to all denominations)
Components:
School personnel Training
Parent Training
Student Training
Program:
Two school training sessions around bully proofing
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| Contact Information: |
233-2360
www.cfs-ab.org |
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| Program Name: |
Turn Off the Violence Campaign (K-12) |
| Coordinator: |
Alliance to End Violence |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL/CLIMATE PROGRAM
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Students (K-12) by AEV staff and teachers
Program:
Public awareness campaign to help students generate healthy alternatives to violence in their schools, communities and families
Components:
Creative Writing Contest
Poster Contest
Peace Heroes Celebrations
Curriculum support materials
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| Contact Information: |
283-3013 ext. 224
www.endviolence.ca
info@endviolence.ca
tatiana@endviolence.ca |
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| Program Name: |
Who Do You Tell? |
| Coordinator: |
Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse |
| Description: |
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
Cost: Free
Delivered to: Students (K-6) by CCASA staff
Components:
Teacher orientation
Parent information night
Two presentations for students in every classroom of the school
All presentations are co-facilitated by CCASA staff
Program:
Educates children about child sexual abuse
Gives the message that child sexual abuse is wrong
Provides support and referrals to children who do disclose
Encourages parents to be the primary educators of their children in sexual abuse
Primary resource to teachers concerned with child sexual abuse
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| Contact Information: |
237-6905
www.aasac.ca/calgary |
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| Program Name: |
Youth Volunteer Corp |
| Coordinator: |
Child and Youth Friendly Calgary |
| Description: |
Offers young people of junior and senior high school ages opportunities to get involved in volunteer projects for non-profit agencies throughout the community |
| Contact Information: |
266-5448
www.childfriendly.ab.ca |
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