Barrhead and District Family and Community Support Services Society
FCSS is a partnership between the Province of Alberta, the Town and County of Barrhead, and the people of the community. They are community based and volunteer supported. Their role is to develop locally driven preventative social services to enhance the well being of individuals, families, and communities. FCSS is involved in direct service programs as well as community planning. If you see a need in the community or if you have an idea for a program they will be happy to discuss it with you.
What is FCSS?
Barrhead & District FCSS Society provides preventative programs and services that strive to enhance and strengthen individuals, families and the community.
Who We Are
The Barrhead & District Family and Community Support Services Society is a unique 80/20 funding partnership between the Government of Alberta and participating municipalities or Metis Settlements.
Our Philosophy
The FCSS philosophy is based on a belief that self-help contributes to a sense of integrity, sell-worth and independence.
Our Commitment
Barrhead & District Family and Community Support Services Society is committed to providing social support services that enhances the well-being of individuals and families through prevention and early intervention.
In the Community
FCSS emphasizes local decision-making for programming based on the belief that communities have the desire, energy and resources to build community capacity.
Connect With An FCSS Society Program
Programs developed are intended to help individuals in their community to adopt healthy lifestyles, thereby improving the quality of life and building the capacity to prevent and/or deal with crisis situations should they arise.
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