*Needing someone to talk to? Call a friend or family member…chances are they also would like to chat too. **Mandy at Castor & District FCSS is also available when in the office 403-882-2115. If no one answers (and the answering machine does not kick in then I am on the phone, if the answering machine does kick in then I am not in the office so please leave a message and I will return your call).
Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence 1-866-403-8000 (support and information for survivors, and loved ones)-Available 9am to 9pm, 7 days/week. Interpreters available in 200 languages. If outside of those hours, this line will forward callers to an emergency sexual assault line in Edmonton, Calgary or Red Deer.
Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2643 Confidential line for mental health related support, offers information and referrals as well.
Caregiver Support Line 1-877-453-5088 Available to those who are providing care to others and need support themselves.
Elder Abuse Resource Line 1-877-454-2580 24 hour resources and information.
Alberta Supports Emergency Line 1-866-644-5135 Information about Alberta programs and supports, including emergency supports (housing, fleeing violence, senior programs, income support etc.)
Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868 Call, text or chat online (google Kids Help Line) support for youth and children.
Emergencies: Contact local RCMP or Police, Call 911 or visit any emergency department at your local hospital. **There are others you can call: --Fr. Roger is available for pastoral guidance at Our Lady of Grace parish on Thursdays from 3 to 5 pm. Alternately, an appointment may be made through our Administration Office by calling 403-742-2047 --Marty Hays is listed on the Castor Evangelical Missionary Church website as the contact at 1-780-519-0134 --Pastor Clayton Grice (Coronation Evangelical Free Church) is also available mornings, Tuesday to Friday 1-403-578-3884
*If you are feeling extremely depressed and unsafe in yourself (considering self-harm) please call 911 immediately and talk to them.
* Online mental health resource that provides evidence-based tools to help individuals and families manage during this difficult time http://www.comhs.health/Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence 1-866-403-8000 (support and information for survivors, and loved ones)-Available 9am to 9pm, 7 days/week. Interpreters available in 200 languages. If outside of those hours, this line will forward callers to an emergency sexual assault line in Edmonton, Calgary or Red Deer.
Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2643 Confidential line for mental health related support, offers information and referrals as well.
Caregiver Support Line 1-877-453-5088 Available to those who are providing care to others and need support themselves.
Elder Abuse Resource Line 1-877-454-2580 24 hour resources and information.
Alberta Supports Emergency Line 1-866-644-5135 Information about Alberta programs and supports, including emergency supports (housing, fleeing violence, senior programs, income support etc.)
Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868 Call, text or chat online (google Kids Help Line) support for youth and children.
Emergencies: Contact local RCMP or Police, Call 911 or visit any emergency department at your local hospital.
Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence 1-866-403-8000 (support and information for survivors, and loved ones)-Available 9am to 9pm, 7 days/week. Interpreters available in 200 languages. If outside of those hours, this line will forward callers to an emergency sexual assault line in Edmonton, Calgary or Red Deer.
Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2643 Confidential line for mental health related support, offers information and referrals as well.
Caregiver Support Line 1-877-453-5088 Available to those who are providing care to others and need support themselves.
Elder Abuse Resource Line 1-877-454-2580 24 hour resources and information.
Alberta Supports Emergency Line 1-866-644-5135 Information about Alberta programs and supports, including emergency supports (housing, fleeing violence, senior programs, income support etc.)
Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868 Call, text or chat online (google Kids Help Line) support for youth and children.
Emergencies: Contact local RCMP or Police, Call 911 or visit any emergency department at your local hospital. **There are others you can call: --Fr. Roger is available for pastoral guidance at Our Lady of Grace parish on Thursdays from 3 to 5 pm. Alternately, an appointment may be made through our Administration Office by calling 403-742-2047 --Marty Hays is listed on the Castor Evangelical Missionary Church website as the contact at 1-780-519-0134 --Pastor Clayton Grice (Coronation Evangelical Free Church) is also available mornings, Tuesday to Friday 1-403-578-3884
*If you are feeling extremely depressed and unsafe in yourself (considering self-harm) please call 911 immediately and talk to them.
* Online mental health resource that provides evidence-based tools to help individuals and families manage during this difficult time http://www.comhs.health/Alberta's One Line for Sexual Violence 1-866-403-8000 (support and information for survivors, and loved ones)-Available 9am to 9pm, 7 days/week. Interpreters available in 200 languages. If outside of those hours, this line will forward callers to an emergency sexual assault line in Edmonton, Calgary or Red Deer.
Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2643 Confidential line for mental health related support, offers information and referrals as well.
Caregiver Support Line 1-877-453-5088 Available to those who are providing care to others and need support themselves.
Elder Abuse Resource Line 1-877-454-2580 24 hour resources and information.
Alberta Supports Emergency Line 1-866-644-5135 Information about Alberta programs and supports, including emergency supports (housing, fleeing violence, senior programs, income support etc.)
Kids Help Line 1-800-668-6868 Call, text or chat online (google Kids Help Line) support for youth and children.
Emergencies: Contact local RCMP or Police, Call 911 or visit any emergency department at your local hospital.
Call 310-1818 or chat online at alberta.ca/safetychat
Family and Community Support Services
What is FCSS?
FCSS stands for family and community support services.
Family and Community Support Services is a partnership between the Province of Alberta, and the municipalities of Castor and Halkirk, that develop locally driven preventive social initiatives to enhance the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities.
What is Castor & District FCSS All About....
Mandy is a registered social worker with a bachelor in social work. In the Castor office there is: * Children/youth after school days and cooking program *Volunteer appreciation awareness and events *Promotion of awareness campaigns - Family Violence/ Sexual assault/Seniors abuse/ Children’s Day *Positive small group/one on one groups - Compassion Care, Financial - budgeting etc, Sagesse - women’s self esteem group *assistance with form filling in, *volunteer income tax filing *Telecare -home monitoring program for people concerned with falling *Partnering with Castor Recreation dept to provide summer camp programs for kids *Home Support *Meals on Wheels * Certified Grief Recovery Specialist... there is a collection of books on grief available for use * Community participation/involvement during special events Festival of Trees, Canada Day, Fair/Parade, Family Day, Easter Egg hunt * referencing to more specific supports within/outside the area *Books to be borrowed. Children's stories right through to self inquiry books. You are welcome to come have a look *Partner with other agencies/groups *Participate on other boards-Association of Communities Against Abuse, Coronation/Consort Victim Services, Halkirk/Castor Community Van, Castor Food Bank, Castor Community Network
4901 - 50th Ave Castor, AB
403-882-2115
castordistrictfcss@telus.net
Monday - Thursday
8:30am - 4:00pm
What is Castor & District FCSS All About....
Mandy is a registered social worker with a bachelor in social work. In the Castor office there is: * Children/youth after school days and cooking program *Volunteer appreciation awareness and events *Promotion of awareness campaigns - Family Violence/ Sexual assault/Seniors abuse/ Children’s Day *Positive small group/one on one groups - Compassion Care, Financial - budgeting etc, Sagesse - women’s self esteem group *assistance with form filling in, *volunteer income tax filing *Telecare -home monitoring program for people concerned with falling *Partnering with Castor Recreation dept to provide summer camp programs for kids *Home Support *Meals on Wheels * Certified Grief Recovery Specialist... there is a collection of books on grief available for use * Community participation/involvement during special events Festival of Trees, Canada Day, Fair/Parade, Family Day, Easter Egg hunt * referencing to more specific supports within/outside the area *Books to be borrowed. Children's stories right through to self inquiry books. You are welcome to come have a look *Partner with other agencies/groups *Participate on other boards-Association of Communities Against Abuse, Coronation/Consort Victim Services, Halkirk/Castor Community Van, Castor Food Bank, Castor Community Network
4901 - 50th Ave Castor, AB
403-882-2115
castordistrictfcss@telus.net
Monday - Thursday
8:30am - 4:00pm
Castor & District is a wonderful area to be a part of. Prevention and inclusion are an important aspect of community. Please take the time to be involved through volunteering. It will give strength to our community but also bring satisfaction to your life too.
Helpful Links
http://www.castor.ca Town of Castor
www.gsstelecare.org TeleCare www.programs.alberta.ca Government of Alberta Prog. & Service www.seniors.alberta.ca Special Needs Assist for AB Seniors www.servicecanada.gc.ca ServiceCanada www.gov.ab.ca/servicealberta/LowerIncomeGuide Lower Income www.albertahealthservices.ca Alberta Health Services FCSSAA Family and Community Support Services Association of Alberta
Alberta Children & Youth Services Alberta Children & Youth Services Ministry Website.
People Services Programs and Services for Aboriginal Peoples, Artist, Children, Seniors and so much more. Family Resource Programs
~ Canadian Association of Family Resource Programs
http://www.castor.ca Town of Castor
www.gsstelecare.org TeleCare www.programs.alberta.ca Government of Alberta Prog. & Service www.seniors.alberta.ca Special Needs Assist for AB Seniors www.servicecanada.gc.ca ServiceCanada www.gov.ab.ca/servicealberta/LowerIncomeGuide Lower Income www.albertahealthservices.ca Alberta Health Services FCSSAA Family and Community Support Services Association of Alberta
Alberta Children & Youth Services Alberta Children & Youth Services Ministry Website.
People Services Programs and Services for Aboriginal Peoples, Artist, Children, Seniors and so much more. Family Resource Programs
~ Canadian Association of Family Resource Programs
72 Hour Emergency Kit
Know the drill log onto www.3minutedrill.alberta.ca
Expect the unexpected, if an emergency struck would YOU be prepared?
Weather it's a power outage, severe weather or a wildfire, Albertans need to be prepared to take care of their basic needs for at least 72 hours.
A well-stocked 72 hour kit should include the following:
Know the drill log onto www.3minutedrill.alberta.ca
Expect the unexpected, if an emergency struck would YOU be prepared?
Weather it's a power outage, severe weather or a wildfire, Albertans need to be prepared to take care of their basic needs for at least 72 hours.
A well-stocked 72 hour kit should include the following:
- two litres of water per person per day
- enough canned and dried food for three days (including protein/granola bars,
trail mix/dried fruit, crackers/cereals, canned tuna, beans and canned juice) - a manual can-opener
- pen and paper
- pocket knife
- axe
- rope
- shovel
- change of clothing and blankets
- duffel bag or plastic tote (to put 72 hour kit items in)
- small bills and change
- important legal documents like birth certificates, wills and passports
(place items in water-proof container) - first aid kit and supplies
- toiletries
- hygiene products (such as mini hand sanitizer) and soap
- flashlights
- candles
- lighter and water-proof matches
- radio
- batteries
- prescription medications as well as over the counter medications.
Update your kit every six months (put a note in your calendar/planner) to make sure that all food, water, and medications are fresh (not expired) clothing fits, personal documents are up to date, and batteries are charged. Small toys and games are important too as they provide comfort and entertain.
"Planning ahead can significantly reduce the impact of an emergency or disaster and help Albertans recover quickly," said Ray Danyluk, Minister of Municipal Affairs. Minister Danyluk also announced the ministry's plan to strengthen the Emergency Public Warning System (EPWS) with new technology.