FCSS recognizes that volunteers are a critical piece to ensuring a vibrant community. Many community initiatives would not be possible without them! Annual Volunteer Appreciation Event- Barrhead & District FCSS plays an active role, along with our numerous community partners, in planning the annual Volunteer Appreciation Event held in April. We feel that it is very important that our hard-working …
Are you new to our community?! Come see us at FCSS to receive an amazing welcome basket and find out more about what your new community has to offer. Our welcome baskets are comprised of Items from various businesses and local groups and agencies. The baskets will provide new residents to Barrhead with all the information they need to feel …
Are you in need of a little help with your grocery costs in a month? All food and services provided by the Barrhead & District Food Bank are offered at no cost to individuals and families in need. We are committed to supporting our community by ensuring access to nutritious food without any financial burden. Donations from generous supporters and …
Are you caring for a family member or friend? Do you feel that you need to connect with others sharing a similar experience to yours? Caregiving can be stressful, isolating and overwhelming. It can have a negative impact on the caregiver’s physical and mental health. That’s why the award-winning COMPASS for the Caregiver program helps caregivers balance their own well-being …
School supplies can be expensive. Do you need help with getting your children the supplies they need to return to school in the fall? The Tools for School program assists local families with equipping their children with the tools they need for the school year. This includes backpacks, paper, binders, etc. The Tools for School Program aims to reduce known …
Would you like to give your child stronger self-esteem and resiliency? The Heroes program is a social-emotional skill building program that equips youth with tools proven to enhance their capacity for resilience. By building their inner strengths, resilience, and decision-making skills, youth feel more confident navigating life’s challenges and taking healthy risks. “BELIEVE IN YOURSELF” “I MATTER” To sign …
Do you have a child/youth interested in afterschool activities and learning new skills? FCSS is offering a new program called Club House. Wednesdays are for children in grades 4-6, and Thursdays are for youth in grades 7-9. We offer social activities and items that offer valuable life skills. Please contact Barrhead FCSS at 780-674-3341 for more information and for updates …
For youth that love children and are wanting to make a little extra money the babysitting course is perfect for them. This one-day course comes with a certificate of completion that allows the youth to babysit with confidence and gives comfort to the parents that their children will be well taken care of. The Babysitting course covers everything from managing …
Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Home Alone Program is designed to provide children 10 years of age and older with the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for short periods of time. It will help them understand how to prevent problems, handle real-life situations, and keep them safe …