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Safe House - Community Follow-Up Program (PSECA)
Provides follow-up community services for “at risk” youth identified under the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act (PSECA). Outreach workers provide support, informal counselling, and facilitate the youth’s access to community resources as well as work with the youth through their accomplishments and relapses. This program is provided through a partnership between Catholic Social Services and Metis Child and Family Services.
Am I eligible?
Only children identified under the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act (PSECA) are eligible.
Where is this service provided?
Catholic Social Services
8212 118 Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5B 0S3
(780) 471-1122
How much will it cost me?
There is no cost to families or participants. Funding is provided through the Ministry of Children's Services.
How do I access this program?
- The child is identified under the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act (PSECA).
- The child is then assigned to a PSECA Worker through Child and Family Services Authority.
- The child is offered the services of a Community Follow-Up Worker to assist them reach their goals.
Who do I contact for more information?
Kim York, Child and Youth Care Worker (780) 471-1122
Program Outcomes
The program goals are to provide support, guidance, and case coordination in helping youth find positive lifestyle alternatives to sexual exploitation. The Community Follow-Up worker will develop an Individual Service Plan with the youth, along with his or her parents and/or guardian (if involved). The Service Plan may be developed from the PSECA voluntary service agreement and is designed to identify the required services, goals, and objectives for each youth. Upon completion of their involvement with the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children, a discharge is designed with the youth and is gearing toward providing a continuum of supports.
Client Testimonials
“My CFU (Community Follow-Up) worker is my support and helps me when I need it - and she is there no matter what.”
“If it wasn’t for you, I wouldn’t know the stuff I know now and would not be the person I am today. I would not have the strength to stay clean.”
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