Support Services: Resources for Families

Local Family & Parenting Support

Chestermere Parent & Caregiver Support Services (PCSS)
Location: 105 Marina Road, Chestermere, AB T1X 0V2
Phone: (403) 207-7050
Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Email: pcssinfo@chestermere.ca
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Overview: PCSS is a provincially funded program under the Family Resource Network (FRN), offering free, evidence-based resources and support for parents and caregivers of children under 13.

Services Offered:

• Parenting Programs & Workshops: Evidence-based sessions to support family well-being.

• One-on-One Parent Consultations: Personalized guidance and support.

• Developmental Check-Ups: Assessments for infants, toddlers, and children under six.

• Resource & Referral Support: Connecting families to community-based services.

Strathmore/Chestermere Family Resource Network
Location: 419B 2 Street, Strathmore, AB T1P 1B9
Phone: (403) 983-0076
Email: strathmorefrn@growwithtrellis.ca
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Overview: The Strathmore/ Chestermere Family Resource Network provides a wide spectrum of prevention to intensive services for families with children aged 0-18, at no cost. The Family Resource Network works with families, caregivers and communities to support the safety and resiliency of infants, children and youth within nurturing and supportive environments.  

La Leche League Canada - Chestermere
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Location: Chestermere, AB
Overview: Offers mother-to-mother breastfeeding support for families.
Contact: La Leche League Chestermere

Health & Child Development

AHS Birth and Babies
Location: Calgary & surrounding areas, AB
Overview: Offers pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting classes, peer groups, and support for families.
Contact: AHS Birth and Babies
Overview: Alberta Health Services offers pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting classes, providing support and connection for new and expectant parents.

• Interactive Virtual Classes: Engaging and social online sessions, allowing parents to connect from anywhere in Alberta.

• Expert-Led Learning: Real-time contact with experienced educators.

• Future In-Person Sessions: In-person classes will resume once AHS restrictions are lifted.

Community Education Services
Phone: 403-955-4730
Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 AM – 4:30 PM
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Overview: Provides parents/caregivers and other community members with opportunities to
access free, public education sessions on child and youth emotional wellness and health topics.

Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre
Location: 1725 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
Phone: (825)-205-7918
Email: info@pilsc.org
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Overview: Our mission is to support and connect individuals who have experienced the trauma around miscarriage, stillbirth, Termination For Medical Reasons (TFMR), abortion, neonatal loss, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), or infertility.

Disability & Neurodiversity Support

Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)
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Location: Alberta (province-wide)
Overview: Helps families plan, coordinate and access services to raise a child with disabilities. May help with costs for respite services, parking, mileage, meal accommodation and sibling care associated with medical appointments, medical supplies and specialized services.

Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada
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Overview: CADDAC is a Canadian national charitable  organization dedicated to improving the lives of those with ADHD through ADHD awareness, education and advocacy.

• Develop, provide and present up-to-date scientifically based information on ADHD

• Provide support for individuals, families and ADHD organizations

• Actively advocate to government and institutional decision makers on the impact of ADHD, lack of resources and other issues that affect those with ADHD

Calgary Apraxia
Location: Calgary, AB
Website: Calgary Apraxia
Overview: Calgary Apraxia is a charitable organization dedicated to supporting families affected by Childhood Apraxia of Speech through education, advocacy, and community initiatives.

• Comprehensive Resources: Information for families navigating a new diagnosis or seeking additional support.

• Community Connection: Opportunities to connect with other families and professionals.

• Awareness & Programming: Campaigns and programs designed to educate and support children with Apraxia.

Dyslexia Canada
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Overview: Dyslexia Canada is a national charity committed to advocating for children with dyslexia across the country. Through partnerships with professionals, experts, and advocates, the organization works to drive systemic change and improve education and support for children with dyslexia.

Key Initiatives:

• Public Awareness & Education: Engaging communities to increase understanding of dyslexia.

• Advocacy & Policy Change: Working toward legislation that recognizes and supports dyslexia in schools.

• Resources & Support: Providing guidance for parents, educators, and children affected by dyslexia.

Newcomer & Multicultural Support

Disability Tax Credit
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Location: Alberta (province-wide)
Overview: A non-refundable tax credit that helps people with disabilities, or their supporting family member, reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay.

Calgary Immigrant Women's Association (CIWA)
Phone: 403-444-1758
Email: reception@ciwa-online.com
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Overview: CIWA provides essential support for immigrant and refugee women, girls, and their families, helping them successfully integrate into Canadian society.

• Comprehensive Programs: Over 50 programs addressing settlement, language training, employment support, and family services.

• Personalized Support: Assistance tailored to meet individual and family needs.

• Community & Empowerment: Helping women and families build confidence and independence.

Financial & Legal Support