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Holiday Closure Emergency Services Information

211– An excellent resource for basic needs services and information on accessing items such as clothing, food, and coats for kids. Available 24/7, with up-to-date details about emergency services if needed. 

Free Holiday Meals – Access a list of free holiday meals and locations: 211 Holiday Meals List – Google Docs 

Mental Health Services for Children, Youth, and Adults in Edmonton Emergency Situations: If an adult or child is in physical danger or at risk of harming themselves or others, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. 

Crisis Support: Call the Distress Line at 780-482-4357 (available 24/7) or access their Online Crisis Chat

Alberta Health Services Access 24/7 – Call 780-424-2424 for adult mental health crisis support. 

Kids Help Phone – Children and youth can call, text, or chat for support: Call: 1-800-668-6868 Text CONNECT: 686868 Chat: Kids Help Phone Website 

Kids Kottage Crisis Line – Call 780-944-2888 for immediate assistance. Kids Kottage also provides emergency care for children aged 0-10 years for up to 72 hours.

Our Ongoing services

Bread Donations– Thanks to Bon Ton’s generous donations, we have bread available for families in need. Limited bread in stock.

Car Seat Installations – Have questions about  safely using your child’s car seat? Make an appointment with one of our trained car seat technicians to ensure that your seat is installed correctly. Weather permitting.

Clothing Exchange – Families are welcome to help themselves to gently used clothing. Donate clothing that no longer fits your children to the exchange. We carry sizes for newborns to teens. 

Developmental Screening – The Ages and Stages Questionnaire is a parent completed  checklist. This easy to use tool helps parents follow and monitor their child’s development. The Questionaire is developed for children 1 month to 5.5 years of age.

WeCan Food Basket – A city wide food buying cooperative. Members can buy fresh meat and produce at a savings of 20% or more off the regular grocery prices. Our pick up day is the 3rd Thursday of each month. Visit the site http://wecanfood.com/ for more info

Call for more information: 780-489-2243 or Email: jpfrnhub@jasperplace-cfrc.com

Resources for Families

 Alberta Health Services – Information for parents: Comprehensive health information and resources for parents across Alberta.

Catholic Social Services: Provides a variety of community support services, including family counseling and refugee assistance.

Centre for Family Literacy: Offers programs and resources to help families develop strong literacy skills together.

Child Care Lookup – Alberta Human Services – Government of Alberta: A tool to help parents find licensed child care options in Alberta.

City West Child Care: A trusted child care provider offering quality early learning and care services.

Edmonton Food Bank: Provides emergency food support and resources for families in need.

International Association of Infant Massage Canada: Offers infant massage courses to strengthen the bond between parents and babies.

Little Warriors: A national organization focused on the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse.

Positive Parenting Program (Triple P): A program offering practical advice and strategies for parents to manage child behavior effectively.

WeCan Food Basket: A community-based program providing affordable food options for families.