Written by: Jen Head, Fund Development Manager The first time I met Kevin Haughton was years ago at Closer to Home’s Report to the Community Meeting. I was a new employee at Closer to Home, and had the pleasure of sitting with Kevin and learning about him, his family and Read more
Written by: Bessie Dudu As a young child growing up in Lethbridge, Susan enjoyed spending time with her family. She has fond memories of family trips and experiencing different cultures. For the past four decades, she has called Calgary home and has a strong sense of giving back to the Read more
As a Registered Psychologist who worked with Alberta Children’s Hospital’s Child Abuse Service for more than nine years, Dr. Daniel Garfinkel has seen many children and youth facing heartbreaking struggles. Specializing in supporting children who have been impacted by maltreatments, Daniel has helped kids who have experienced abuse – both Read more
This fall, children, youth and families in Calgary are in urgent need of help. Parents in our community are desperate for support to keep their children safe. These children are struggling with mental health concerns that impact their well-being and safety. Many are living with depression, anxiety and other challenges Read more
When Cristina* had her first child, Colton, she was worried about how she would handle it. As a young, single mother with limited social supports in Calgary, she was determined to find a way to succeed. Colton’s father is not able to be in their lives, due to his own Read more
As adults, we should teach children to use basic skills such as how to follow instructions, accept feedback, raise concerns or disagree appropriately. By practicing these skills with your child regularly, they learn to listen more and argue less. 1. From an early age, teach your child what your expectations Read more
Thank you to our donors and volunteers who supported Closer to Home in the last quarter (April 01, 2019 to June 30, 2019): Aileen Glasgow Amy Heidman Arlene Oostenbrink Bailey Rivard Barb Henning Beauty Depot Beverly and Larry Flug Brett Shikaze Brown Bagging for Calgary's Kids Calgary Children's Foundation Calgary Read more
We got to organize and get involved in some exciting events and activities this spring. Many thanks to our volunteers and supporters for making these events fun-filled, successful and memorable. Here are few pictures from some of the events in the last quarter. Read more
This spring, we're running to help meet the needs of kids and families in our community, and you can help us make a difference! Closer to Home Community Services is raising funds through the 2019 Scotiabank Calgary Marathon’s Charity Challenge. Closer to Home supports vulnerable children, youth and families who Read more
Watch Asha's story. Sitting down with a drum can be a spiritual experience, says Darcy Turning Robe, who teaches the drumming circle every Tuesday as part of Closer to Home’s Ee-Des-Spoom- Ooh-Soop program. “The drum itself has its own spirit,” he continues. “Every drum speaks to a person.” That was Read more
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