Strengthening Aboriginal Families Effectively

AKA: SAFE
Provided 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:
Language:
English
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

Service Locations & Contact Info