Annual Report (2016-17)

Family and Children’s Intervention Services

OCS provides a range of programs to support families to regain stability, build parenting skills and improve the quality of family life.

Family Strengthening and Development Supports the development of positive parenting knowledge, skills, behaviours and family dynamic.

Quick Response Short-term, intensive supports for families in immediate crisis and at risk of abusing or neglecting their children.

Specialized Services to Children and Families

Family Counselling

Opportunities for children and youth with special needs to participate fully in the community, experience meaningful friendships and learn new skills.

Masters level therapists help families build healthy relationships, work through anxiety/ depression, learn coping skills and resolve conflicts.

100% Experience increased integration into community

93% Report increased problem-solving and life skills

“We felt our counsellor, was extremely friendly and relatable. I never felt judged or uncomfortable with her in our home, and we started to even look forward to our appointments.”

“I learned great communication skills, as well as the ability to identify a problem and alternative ways to approach it in the healthy way.”

100% Families report experiencing less crisis and disruption in their lives

97% Report using

more community resources to meet family needs

Support to Parents of Young Children One-on-one support and group sessions offering parenting skills and development of community-based support systems.

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