By Ashlea Cook No one is given a handbook for life with instructions of how to handle the situations we may encounter. Sometimes though, we are lucky enough to come across a human or group of humans that can assist us through the crazy ups and downs of life. Thanks to the staff Read more
By Bessie Dudu and Danielle Mayer With the implementation of public health and safety measures such as quarantine and physical distancing to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, we all are coming to terms with adjusting to a new way of going about our daily lives. The extended Read more
Thank you to our donors who gave to Closer to Home from January 1 to March 31, 2020. Aida Rafie Alan and Heather Jones Alggin Employees Align Association of Community Services Amy Heidman Arlene Oostenbrink Aubrecht Family Bailey Rivard Barb Henning Blasetti Broyles Bloxham LLP Brown Bagging for Calgary's Kids Read more
We know these are very difficult times for many families and we recognize the additional stress of the current COVID-19 situation can be very challenging. We know that our services are needed now more than ever. We want you to know – we are still here to help. We Read more
During these uncertain and challenging times, I hope that you, your families, and your teams are safe and doing well. We know that the families in our community are experiencing additional stress at this time, and we are deeply committed to responding and supporting families as needed through telephone Read more
Written by Ashlea Cook In a world where media constantly focuses on childhood heroes tragically passing away, planes falling out of the sky, and magical places with kangaroos and koalas going up in flames, it can feel like a very scary time, not only for a child but for everyone. Read more
Written by Bessie Dudu Mary* is a single mother of three children. After leaving a domestic violence situation in their previous home, she struggled for two years to hold down a full-time job and take care of her children. Her mental health deteriorated and she eventually lost her job last Read more
I want to thank you for helping us to serve over 1,500 Calgarians in need this past holiday season! But our work doesn’t stop after the holidays. We are committed to a holistic approach to working with families that looks deeper into their challenges, and how they can best be Read more
Thank you to our donors and volunteers who supported Closer to Home in the last quarter (October 1 - December 31, 2019). Staff of Adventures in Scuba AHS Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Alan and Heather Jones Alaris Royalty Corp. Alberta Distillers Ltd. AlphaBow Energy Ltd. Amy Heidman Anderson Family Andrew Read more
Thanks to your support, 1,511 people were given the chance to have a magical holiday season, free from the added stress of holiday expenses. 350 donors gave more than $247,214 in gifts and grocery gift cards to families who needed a little extra support this Christmas. Your donations helped Read more
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