It was a particularly cold winter. Christmas was approaching, and Helen*, a single mom of four kids, longed — as any mother would – to provide each of her kids with at least one gift from their wish list. She worked full time, but it wasn’t quite enough to cope Read more
Camp coordinator, Amy, prepares to deliver activity bags full of supplies for Summer in the City's virtual campers. For over 15 years, we have been offering a free summer camp called Summer in the City to children from low-income families in Calgary. Many of those who participate have Read more
So much has happened since our last update on Closer to Home’s new North Central Family Resource Network (FRN). The team has been working hard, not just getting the space ready, but also the very crucial work of getting acquainted with the families and community agencies in the area. Knowing Read more
A few months ago, we couldn’t have imagined how drastically our lives would change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While families continue adjusting to their new “normal,” many are struggling to manage the different needs and expectations of those in their household. Families such as Twyla’s*. A single mom in Read more
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
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
It’s that magical time of year, when the days left on the advent calendar are few, and the anticipation of Christmas Day has almost reached its peak. The shopping malls are bustling, a glass of eggnog has become a daily routine, Christmas music plays on repeat, and the Elf on Read more
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