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News Posted On May 23, 2019
The Rainbow Pages Gets a Platform Upgrade
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…
News Posted On Mar 25, 2019
Kassidy's Story
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…
News Posted On Dec 12, 2018
How to Handle Holiday Family Get-Togethers
Holiday family get-togethers can be stressful. All of those old childhood wounds can get reopened, and, in some families, new issues are created. Even in families that appear to get along, unvoiced resentments from the past can linger behind a mask of…
News Posted On Dec 06, 2018
How Unforgiveness and Bitterness Impacts You
One of the most potent attacks that our mind can bring against us is unforgiveness. Left undealt with, it can impact our health. Many of us have gone or are going through some difficult or challenging experiences. You may be hurt and experiencing pain.…
News Posted On Nov 30, 2018
Holidays and Kids
The holidays are a whirlwind of excitement, especially so for kids. The over-the-top nature of the holidays can be a lot of fun, but can easily become too much. While many may get stressed out by all of the parties and plans, kids can be downright overwhelmed.…
News Posted On Sep 12, 2018
The Ultimate Guide on Boosting Your Learning Habits
Learning isn’t limited to any age. No matter what you’re studying, developing good learning habits is key to actually understanding new information. Whether you’re studying for a class, assisting your child with his or her homework, or learning…
News Posted On Aug 14, 2018
Michelle’s Story (Roots and Wings)
Michelle was struggling with depression as she was building up the courage to get a divorce. Stuck in an abusive relationship, she felt that she had no control over her life. Even with her husband working out of town Michelle still found herself living…
News Posted On Jan 05, 2018
Do These Things Instead of Making New Year’s Resolutions
It’s that time of year again: about 50 percent of adults think about making a New Year’s resolution, but only about 10 percent will be able to set goals for the New Year and achieve them. Making changes in your life can be a challenging undertaking,…
News Posted On Dec 20, 2017
Alone for the holidays
Holidays can be a lonely time for some. If you end up by yourself, there are a lot of creative ways to overcome the feeling of isolation. No matter the time of year or season, develop life skills to avoid and intervene with loneliness because research…
News Posted On Dec 01, 2017
Elaine’s story
Elaine has been seeing a mental health therapist at The Family Centre for five months, but coming in for the first appointment was not easy for her. “I sat in the parking lot for 40 minutes and did some soul searching before I decided to come in. I…
News Posted On Jul 25, 2017
Trevor’s story
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…
News Posted On Jun 21, 2017
Martina’s Story
In the fall of 2016, Martina, a mother of two, was not in a good place. "My son was incarcerated, and it was very hard for me. I became depressed and closed off. The principal at my daughter’s school noticed that I wasn’t doing well and asked if…
News Posted On Jul 26, 2016
The Way In
The Way In Program is an innovative partnership between Edmonton Public Schools, Alberta Health Services: Mental Health & Addictions, B&GBigs, Kids Up Front and The Family Centre which supports teens and their families to create brighter futures. This…
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.