Strengthening Aboriginal Families Effectively
AKA: SAFEProvided by: Native Council of Prince Edward Island - AKA: NCPEI
Service Description
Provides support to Indigenous families who live off-reserve who are involved, or at-risk of becoming involved with Child and Family Services. Also provides support to non-Indigenous foster families and support to Indigenous youth ageing out of the Child Welfare System.
General Support for Families:
- Works with families to to educate, support, and strengthen their family unit
- Individual and family supports and cultural programs including Triple P Parenting Classes, community kitchen, home visits, family workshops, and cultural activities
Non-Indigenous Foster Families and Caregivers:
- Provides cultural competency training, supports, and activities to that foster Indigenous culture and community with the child is in care
Indigenous Youth Ageing Out of the Child Welfare System:
- Individual support and referrals to other Native Council programs that support development toward an independent and healthy lifestyle
Information
Eligibility:
Indigenous individuals/families living off-reserve who are involved or at risk of being involved with Child and Family Services * Non-Indigenous families fostering Indigenous children
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call or email the SAFE Coordinator
Documents Required:
Not applicable
Program Email:
Program Phone Numbers:
- SAFE Program Coordinator
902-892-5314
Language:
English
Website:
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
Service Locations & Contact Info
- 6 FJ McAulay Court, Charlottetown, PE C1A 9M7
- Coverage Area:Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
- Disabilities Access:Street level
- Mon:8:30am - 4:30pm
Tue:8:30am - 4:30pm
Wed:8:30am - 4:30pm
Thu:8:30am - 4:30pm
Fri:8:30am - 4:30pm
- General Inquiries
902-892-5314