Mental health and addictions in Calgary, Alberta
Calgary John Howard Society - Youth Outreach, Advocacy and Support
Offered by Calgary John Howard Society (Main Office)
In short
Our Youth Advocates help to provide alternatives for youth who are at risk of offending or reoffending, due to difficulties they are experiencing at home, school or in the community. Have immigrated to Canada.
- Who it is for
- Youth, Indigenous people, Newcomers and immigrants, Refugees; Youth, Indigenous, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Refugee claimant, Convention refugee, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Where
- 1000 - 4502 Builders Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4C6
- How to reach
- Contact through Calgary John Howard Society (Main Office): (403) 266-4566 · info@cjhs.ca · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
About this service
Our Youth Advocates help to provide alternatives for youth who are at risk of offending or reoffending, due to difficulties they are experiencing at home, school or in the community. We work with youth who:
- Are Indigenous
- Have immigrated to Canada
- Are struggling to connect with or stay connected to school
How it works
The Youth Advocates provide one-on-one support, helping youth with:
- Family mediation
- Crisis resolution
- Accessing counselling
- Goal-setting
- Basic needs
- Securing affordable and safe housing
- Cultural connections
- Navigating the justice system and child welfare
- Finding and maintaining employment/education
- Recreational opportunities
- Accessing financial support
- Anything else the youth may need in order to have alternatives to crime
Through these supports, youth have the opportunity to re-engage with family, school and the community, and to grow into healthy, responsible adults.
Who can use it?
At-risk youth ages 12-24, and those involved in the justice system
How do I get in touch?
Call (403) 266-4566, email info@cjhs.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Calgary, Alberta.
1000 - 4502 Builders Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4C6
1000 - 4502 Builders Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4C6Calgary, Alberta
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