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Holiday Office Closure

If you are struggling during the holidays & need immediate support, please call the Family Violence Info line at 310-1818 or the Distress Line at 780-482-4357.

Thank you to Our Amazing Donors

If you'd like to make a year end donation & get your tax receipt, you can still do so till Dec 31st. Click here for ways to do so online!

Recognizing Our Rockstar Volunteers

With the pandemic going into its second year & vaccines becoming available, we have had the opportunity to have some in person volunteer opportunities. Thank you to all who helped with our SAiF Car Rally, Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Autorama, our Casino & Paint the Town Purple. And a very special thank you to our office volunteers who come in to help with various tasks that make our work possible in many ways. Without you, we couldn't do what we do!

Staff & Board Thank you

We've experienced unprecedented demand for our programs & services. During the pandemic, we've never closed but adapted to ensure we could meet the needs of those reaching out to us. Part of our ability to book phone consults w/in a week & new intakes w/in 2 weeks, is our staff. And thank you to our Board who have been rock solid during a time when many of us would fold under the pressure & challenges. We're grateful to our team who have worked together to ensure SAiF is meeting the needs of the community when the need has been greatest. Learn more about our team here.

Paint the Town Purple. Drum Roll pls...

Thank you to everyone who made our 1st annual Paint the Town Purple an amazing success! Between our breakfast donors & business partners, you helped us raise...

$37,814

for SAiF families! This funding will go to ensure counselling supports are available to those who reach out to us in the communities we serve.

Christmas in the Park - Nobel Park

Have you checked out the #holidaylights at Christmas in the Park? It's in Noble Park @ the intersection of North Ridge & Natalya in #StAlbert. Thanks to a local teen Zach Holmes who for the 2nd year, has organized this as a fundraiser for us! You can donate online using the QR codes on the signs along the walk. All funds go to our children & youth programming as per Zach's wish.

SAiF Blog Post: Talking to Youth...

There are so many things hurting our youth these days & mental health supports are not always easy to find or to access quickly. We get it. We see a number of children and youth in our programs & they're struggling, like so many of us...read more.

MoreGoodDays Launch

Young people aged 12 to 25 are among the most underserved population for mental health and substance use support in Alberta. Kickstand is excited to share MoreGoodDays - a supportive text message program for young people in Alberta. Sign up by texting MoreGoodDays to 393939 for a daily dose of inspiration & support straight to their phone via text message. Learn more.

Are You Able to Volunteer in 2022?

If you can help us out, please email Tanya @ tanya@stopabuse.ca

Monday's in 2022 - Can you spare some time to help out in our office during the day? We're looking for volunteers to come into the office and do various projects. If you can help out for 2-4 hours, please email Tanya .

Family Violence & Family Law Online Courses

These free courses, which have been accredited by law societies, provide information about family violence and family law and explain changes to the Divorce Act relating to family violence. While the courses were prepared with legal advisers in mind, it is available to anyone who is interested in learning more. Courses are available online here.

Are You Open to Sharing Your Story?

We're looking anyone who may be open to being interviewed for a podcast series on abuse, survival, and healing to hopefully inspire others to reach out or feel hopeful about their own situations. If you would be interested in sharing your story and want to discuss how we can do so safely, contact Areni at 780-460-2195 ext. 306 or areni@stopabuse.ca. Thank you.

Other Resources & Supports

AB Family Violence Info Line 24/7 Toll Free: 310-1818
AB Family Violence Info Chat 8 am - 8 pm: alberta.ca/SafetyChat
Other Local Resources: shelters, crisis lines, & legal/housing supports

Support for those dealing with abuse:
The Today Centre offers a range of short term supports including safety planning, resources & emotional support. Click to learn more.

Workshops for Couples/Families:
Couples Communication. Click the link for more or contact the Family Centre: (780) 423-2831.

SAIF Programs & Services

We currently serve St Albert, Sturgeon County, Parkland County, & nearby rural areas. If you're interested in any of our services, please email or call. You don't need a referral; just contact us directly. Whatever your gender, sexual orientation, culture or background, you can ask for support, even if you don't want to leave. Please don't suffer in silence.

Child Play Therapy
(ages 5-11)
Emotional Regulation
Play Based Interventions
Parent/Child Support

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Group Counselling
(ages 18+)
Healthy Relationships
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Couples Programs

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Youth Counselling

(ages 12-17)
Strength Based
Solutions Focused
Skills, Coping, Healing & Resiliency

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Elder Abuse

(ages 50+)
Coordinated Response
Safety & Supports for Vulnerable/At Risk Seniors

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School Programs
(Grades 4-12)
Healthy Relationships
Anti-Bullying
Healthy Dating
Boundaries & Consent

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Adult Counselling
(ages 18+)
Strength Based
Solutions Focused
Skills, Coping, Healing & Resiliency

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It's our donors & charitable partners that make our work possible & allow us to offer so many free services to those who reach out to us. If you'd like to discuss options for gift giving or learn more:

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