Many services available through FCSS during pandemic


The Redcliff FCSS provides funding to the Redcliff Youth Centre,Medicine Hat Family Services, the Family Liaison program and for preventative mental health-related program- ming and events for the community. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus has had emphasis on one particular group of peo- ple. “The focus of FCSS in Redcliff during the pandemic is to support children, youth, adults


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he focus of Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) has always been to provide social services pro- grams in the communities it serves.


and seniors and referrals based on individual needs,”said Carla Spampinato, Redcliff FCSS co-ordinator. “FCSS provides mental health programming


and referral services.Currently,we offer child and family programming,Meals on Wheels delivery service, referrals to mental health sup- port, help with food insecurities and much more. Every need is assessed individually.” Redcliff FCSS has seen a demand for its serv-


ices during the pandemic. “The greatest demand has been help with


connecting to government financial assistance and support, for Meals on Wheels and for


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mental health referral services,” she said.


Residents of all ages — mostly family members of seniors —


are needing assistance, she added. FCSS is excited with the possible addition of the Urban Garden community, later this win- ter. “Anyone interested can contribute to plan-


ning, planting and harvesting approved spaces,”she said. “This program will ultimately develop inde- pendence, strengthen coping skills and build relationships and support networks.This is an activity that is safe during a pandemic and after and encourages connection.”


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