Mental health and addictions in Strathcona County, Alberta
A Safe Place - Aboriginal Elder Support
Offered by Strathcona Shelter Society (Women's Emergency Shelter)
Website checked March 2026
In short
Our Elder is deeply committed to sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and supporting client healing through prayer, smudging, and indigenous teachings.
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- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- Who it is for
- Indigenous people; Indigenous
- What it helps with
- Help with drinking or drugs, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- How to reach
- Contact through Strathcona Shelter Society (Women's Emergency Shelter): (780) 464-7233 · communications@asafeplace.ca · Website
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About this service
Our Elder is deeply committed to sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and supporting client healing through prayer, smudging, and indigenous teachings.
- Elders hold key roles in supporting both formal and informal education in our Indigenous communities. Strongly connected to the past, Elders are teachers, healers, advisors, storytellers, and counselors.
- Our Elder provides support to our Indigenous and Non- Indigenous women and children by connecting, listening, teaching through storytelling to ignite pride, purpose, and passion for the past, present, and future. Our Elder may also be called upon for or provide:
Who can use it?
Indigenous and Non- Indigenous women and children
How do I get in touch?
Call (780) 464-7233, email communications@asafeplace.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Strathcona County, Alberta.