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Family Links Program (Kinship Care)
This program provides assessments, support, and training to extended family members or significant others who care for children and youth who have been apprehended from the parental home.
Am I eligible?
This program is intended for families where the child or children has been apprehended by the regional Child and Family Services Authority (CFSA). This program works directly with the extended family of the apprehended child or children in order to provide a stable home to the children.
Where is this service provided?
Catholic Social Services
8212 118 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5B 0S3
Phone: (780) 471-1122
How much will it cost me?
This program is funded by the Region 6 Child and Family Services Authority (CFSA). The Home Assessment is completed at no cost to the potential kinship caregiver. The client is responsible for the required Criminal Record Check, which costs $30.00.
How do I access this program?
- Contact the program by calling (780) 471-1122.
- You will be given contact information for Child and Family Services Authority (CFSA).
- You must contact the CFSA to express your desire to provide kinship care to an extended family member.
Who do I contact for more information?
Dianna Drews, Program Manager (780) 471-1122
Cheryl Crawshaw, Program Supervisor (780) 471-1122
Samantha Jaswal, Program Supervisor (780) 471-1122
Program Outcomes
Children and youth feel safe, healthy, and able to reach appropriate developmental stages and independence.
Children and youth are protected from further abuse and neglect.
Client Testimonials
“I appreciate the support and in particular the advocacy we received.”
“I’m getting all the help I need and feel very safe with Family Links.”
“I would like to say thank you for everything that was done for us. Without your help and support it would not have been possible for me to take in my niece.”
Additional Information
All children and youth received into the Family Links Program are direct referrals from the Region 6 Child and Family Services Authority Placement Intake Unit. Children and youth have in-care status and have the ability to function within a family setting in a community environment.
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