Family and Community Supports
Steadfast Connector
Fort Saskatchewan
The Steadfast Connector provides personalized support for clients to navigate, maintain and increase social support systems, including but not limited to, government, addictions, mental health, funding streams and natural supports. The Steadfast Connector will support communication between the client and Community Services in order to reduce silo'd systems and increase networks of support for Fort Saskatchewan community members.
You can find the Steadfast Connector at Families First during business hours on weekdays. If you require assistance after business hours, please contact the Steadfast Connector to schedule an after-hours appointment below.
We also recognize that sometimes life throws curveballs our way. When this happens, and finances get tough, The Families First Helping Hands fund (available to residents of Fort Saskatchewan) may be able to provide some support when all other avenues have been exhausted.
If you find yourself in a tough situation and need some support to navigate the resources/supports available to you, please reach out to the Families First Steadfast Connector at any time:
780-619-9311 (text or call) or sc@familiesfirstsociety.ca
Single Session Counselling Services
Families First Society is pleased to announce the launch of our Single Session Counselling service for individuals!
Services will be provided by Danny Batraki, a Registered Provisional Psychologist, on Tuesday and Thursday mornings (Tuesdays 9am-1pm / Thursdays 10am-2pm). These sessions are intended for one-time use and are designed to address single, workable concerns (50 minute session).
This counselling service is available to adults who are 18+ years. We can support with:
- Strategies to solve a specific problem
- Help coping with a challenging situation
- Seeking more services/programs in the community/region
Please note: we are unable to assist with items relating to legal concerns, active psychosis, active suicide, and addiction.
Sessions are done in person at the Families First Society and can be booked directly through the web (Use the link: Add a waitlist request) or by calling Families First at 780-998-5595.
All clients MUST complete the intake and consent form BEFORE any counselling can begin. The form will be emailed after a session is requested.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Families First at 780-998-5595 or email Danny directly at greymatterspsych@gmail.com.
Health for Two: Pregnant Parents
Fort Saskatchewan
Participants: Parents/Caregivers
A program available to expectant parents offering prenatal information, nutritional supplements (such as milk coupons and prenatal vitamins), and support during their pregnancy and following the birth of their baby.
For more program offerings and program scheduling click here for our events page.
WECAN Food Coop
Fort Saskatchewan
Order pick up is generally the third Thursday of each month from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
$35 buys you a basket with 3 cuts of frozen meat, 3 kinds of seasonal fruit and 3 types of fresh vegetables. A savings of 25%!
Deadline for WECAN food order payment is the FIRST Friday of every month
Participants: Community Members
Cost: $35
To order click here
Family Violence Prevention Program
Fort Saskatchewan & Sturgeon Area
This program provides education, referrals, and support for anyone who has or is currently experiencing family violence.
For more program offerings and program scheduling click here for our events page.
Healing Homes
Fort Saskatchewan & Sturgeon Area
Healing Homes, is a medium-to longer-term (6 – 24 months) second stage housing program that will provide safe housing and inclusive support for those seeking a new beginning free from domestic violence.
For more information please call 780-998-5595
ext. 222.
