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Camrose and District Helpbook - Your Guide to Human Services
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Education & Literacy
Camrose
Battle River School Division
5402 - 48 A Ave. Camrose, AB T4V 0L3
Operates schools and programs within the City of Camrose, Camrose County, Beaver County and Flagstaff County, including Pre-K, 12 schools, French Immersion, Hockey Academy, online, outreach schools and Hutterite Colony schools, as well as a program for young moms. The school division also welcomes dozens of International students from across the globe to join our school communities each year.
Mon.- Fri., 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Child & Youth Services
Bawlf
Bawlf Playschool Society
Terry-Lynn Sereda
Phone:780-373-2115 or 780-608-4434 (cell)
Box 210 Bawlf, AB T0B 0J0
Playschool provides a safe and stimulating environment where children ages 3-5 years learn through play, crafts, and instruction. Serves children from Bawlf and surrounding communities 2 mornings/week. Out-of-School Program offers after school care for children in K - grade 6, Monday through Friday.
Support Groups
Camrose
Bereavement Support Group
Shelly Dalueg
Phone:789-679-2793
Fax:780-679-6139
4607 - 53 St., St. Mary's Hospital Camrose, AB T4V 1Y5
If you have recently experienced a death in your family, you know the pain and length of time it takes to recover. This support group will aid in the process.
There are three eight-week sessions per year. (Depending upon interest.)
No charge for the course
Helplines
Bullying Helpline
Phone:
Toll free: 1-888-456-2323 (24 Hour Bullying Helpline)
Advice or support on bullying.
24 Hours
Education & Literacy
Camrose
Camrose & Area Adult Learning Council
Diane McLaren (Executive Director)
Phone:780-672-8754
Email:
#7, 5000 - 51 Ave. Camrose, AB T4V 0V6
Literacy and academic assessment to assistance and develop a Learning Plan. Career Planning and Resume Writing Workshops. Develop your skills online or in our classroom in the areas of reading comprehension, writing, math, basic computer. Prepare to write your GED exam or the Trades Entrance Exam.
English Language Training to prepare for the workplace or to write an academic test. We assist adults struggling with language and literacy using "real life" materials and situations they will encounter every day.
LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) English Language program that focuses on improving students' ability to communicate in real-world situations.
Mostly free. Some courses have a fee, but fee reduction is available upon need.
Child & Youth Services
Camrose AB
Camrose & Area Early Childhood Development Coalition
Jolene Doig (Coalition Coordinator)
Phone:780-672-0141
Fax:780-672-2833
Email:
4516 - 54 St. Camrose AB, AB T4V 4W7
A provincial project which identifies and develops community assets in support of early child development. The local Coalition, which serves Bashaw & Tofield along with the City and County of Camrose continues to focus on engaging parents and community to better understand and promote the importance of Early Child Development.
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.
Support Groups
Camrose & Area Stroke Recovery Association
Sandra McLay (Peer Support)
Phone:780-608-6141
A support group for stroke survivors and caregivers to gain information on therapies, financial issues, driving, recreation, and a time for socializing. Call Sandra @ 780-608-6141 for mtg. schedule.
Information & Referral
Camrose
Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Information Services
Sharon Anderson (Executive Director)
Phone:780-672-4217
Phone Alt:780-679-0064
Fax:780-672-1059
Email:
5402-48 Ave. Bill Fowler Centre Camrose, AB T4V 0J7
Promoting a proud and prosperous business community. Provides year-round tourist information services. Camrose souvenirs available.
Sept. long weekend to May long weekend, Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; May long weekend to Sept. long weekend, Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Sat./Sun., 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Call 780-672-4217 for membership application.
Emergency Services
Camrose
Camrose & District Family Thrift Shop
Horst Schreiber (President)
Phone:780-608-1544
Phone Alt:Store Number: 780-672-5027
5006-50 Ave Camrose, AB T4V 0S5
Provides used clothing and miscellaneous household items at a reasonable cost. Supports non-profit organizations and special personal needs. Each request is dealt with on its own merits. Donations may be left at the store during business hours only.
Tues.- Sat., 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Home Support Services
Camrose
CAMROSE & DISTRICT HOME SUPPORT SOCIETY
#3, Community Centre, 4516-54 St. Camrose, AB T4V 4W7
Provides experienced Home Support workers to assist individuals and families with homemaking, shopping, meal preparation and emotional support. We serve those who are socially isolated with insufficient support systems; individuals who are frail and/or confused and families under stresses such as illness (physical or mental), or parenting difficulties. These services are meant to be preventative and supportive in nature.
Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sliding scale based on income $16.00 - $20.00/hour.