Community agencies available in Family and Community Services
If you’re stressed about money, groceries, relationships, parenting or you just need to talk, call us at 780-464-4044.
Family and Community Services staff will support you and connect you to free resources in the County.
If you require immediate assistance during this time, please call the Distress Line 1-800-232-7288 or in the case of an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
Call-in hours:
Monday and Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Our office is not accessible to the public at this time.
Services, including counselling, are available by calling 780-464-4044.
Please note: FCS is closed Wednesday November 11, 2020 for Remembrance Day
Need help now? Crisis support numbers
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Individuals and families can access community agencies by calling 780-464-4044
Community Adult Learning & Literacy Society (CALLS)
- Are you or someone you know looking to improve your reading and writing or learn English?
- Offers free and low-cost foundational learning for adults - reading, writing, math, basic computers, and English Language Learning
- Contact: calls.coordinator@gmail.com or 780-667-8441. Please note that learners can call or text.
Parents Empowering Parents (PEP)
- Are you concerned about your child's (youth or adult) substance use or addiction?
- Since 2004, PEP has provided professionally facilitated innovative programs for parents, families and youth looking for support and knowledge.
- Contact: info@pepsociety.ca or 780-410-8516
- Family Support Line 780-293-0737; Main office 780-410-8516
Strathcona County Community Mediation (SCCM)
- Do you need help with having a difficult conversation? SCCM provides County residents with free mediation services and conflict resolution workshops. We are committed to assisting and educating County residents to resolve conflict respectfully.
- Contact: communitymediation@sccm.ca or 780-464-8445
