The Family Preservation Program provides in-home intervention and support to parent(s)/legal guardian(s)/families of children/youth identified as experiencing mental health needs and where there is a risk of family breakdown.
This service extends rather than replaces services that are already in place for a family. The staff provides flexible, intense and diverse services to address various needs of clients by utilizing a holistic approach. Children/youth referred to the program must be under the age of eighteen (18) years and reside within the Districts of Cochrane and Timiskaming.
Participation in this program is voluntary and consents are required.
Services provided include:
- Behaviour Management Training
- Parenting Techniques
- Dealing with Discipline
- Establishing Routines
- Household Management
- Understanding Developmental Stages
- Accessing Social Services/Community Resources