SPARK Family Resource Network
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Located in Whitcourt, and designed for rural Alberta, this Hub acts as central referral point for families wanting assistance to build on their strengths and develop strong familial units.
The Network provides a range of free services that focus on strengthening caregiver knowledge, access to community supports and resources, improving child and youth development, and building resiliency and fostering well-being (ages 0 – 18 years).
Our Programs are offered in Whitecourt, Mayerthorpe, Swan Hills, Fox Creek, Valleyview, Lac Ste. Anne County, Onoway, and surrounding areas.
Please call 780-206-8225 for more information for you and your family, or complete our referral.
1-780-206-8225
Carlan Community Resource Centre,
76 Sunset Boulevard,
Whitecourt, AB
For families with youth aged 7 - 18 yrs
Free, accredited, family-centred, solution-focused counseling and family support for:
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Parenting Skills
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Conflicts in Family Relationships
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Coping with Separation/Divorce/Family Changes
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Communication
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Anxiety/Depression
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Grief and Loss
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Aggressive Behaviour
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Adolescent Issues
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Self-Esteem
Whitecourt & AREA family support program
Services are offered by The Town of Whitecourt
HOME Visitation
For families with youth aged 0- 6 yrs
Home Visitors provide one-on-one parenting strategies to
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Promote positive parent-child relationships;
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Grow parenting knowledge and skills;
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Foster healthy pregnancies and child development;
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Help families identify and access formal and informal supports and services;
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Assist in the identification and pursuit of family goals
Services are offered by Healthy Families Healthy Futures and The Town of Fox Creek
Family capacity & connection
For families with yourth aged 0 - 18 yrs
Providing opportunities for Caregiver Education and other programming focusing on child development, asset building, parenting, and strengthening family bonds.
Programs may include:
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Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)