Family Services

 We welcome you to stop by, give us a call or send us a message. Our staff will assist you to get connected to local information and services. If we are unable to help, we will provide you with alternative options. Referrals will be made to partner organizations where appropriate. To learn what we offer, see below.

Contact us, 403-396-3369.

For after hours mental health support, please call the 24 Hour Mental Health Help Line. 1-877-303-2642 

Overwhelmed, too much to do, not enough time, not enough money, can't keep up, exhausted, always stressed.... 

Does this sound familiar?  

Have you ever wondered where to go when life's challenges become too much? We have designated staff who can help create a personalized plan, so that your concerns are addressed and needs/ goals can be met. This program helps with navigating systems and provides support that is kind, empathetic, consistent and is a revolving door for anyone accessing services.

Access throughout the region in Alix and Bashaw.

Contact us, to meet with a Wellness Navigator or email nav1.alixcrc@gmail.com.

 Access assistance filling out forms, including emergency supports or government funding. 

Online appointments can be supported by technology services such as computer access and free WiFi. Private office spaces are available.

Visit us for help on the computer, to print/ photocopy or to send a fax.

 Fees: 

Black & White: $0.25/page

Color: $0.50/page

Fax Local: Free

Fax Long Distance: $0.50/page       

 To further support families and a healthy community, our Family Wellness Worker engages with students at the Alix-MAC School.

 Time is spent where any additional help is needed in the classroom or individually.

A key program goal is high school completion and after-school planning.  

To learn more, contact us. 

 McMan Central- Family Resource Network (FRN) focuses on prevention and early intervention services for families and youth aged 0-18 years.  

Family Support- This program educates parents and caregivers about child development, provides social supports, and offers coping and problem-solving skills in order to build resiliency and success within families and communities. Delivered through home visitation or by appointment at the Alix and Area Community Resource Centre.

To learn more, click here. To access, contact us or the Coordinator-Lacombe and Area, karen.white@mcmancentral.ca or 403-896-3408. 

 Healthy Families is a home-based program.  We work in partnership with expectant parents and those with children newborn to six years of age.  Our primary focus is on fostering the growth of secure attachment relationships and developmentally enriched, empathic parenting that supports families to reduce their stress and build protective buffers for their children.  

To learn more, click here. To access, contact us or the Healthy Families Facilitator, alyle@cafcl.org or 780-679-8066. 

Located at the Alix and Area Community Resource Centre. 

 All are encouraged to use this resource. Please contact us, to access a food hamper. 

The Alix Food Bank is supported by the community through donations and partnership with the Alix Mirror Wellness Supports Society. Click here, to learn more about how you can get involved.

We have fresh veggies at the Centre , available to anyone in the community. 

Pick up while quantity lasts.

Thank you to the PIC N PAK for their generosity!

 This program offers free income tax assistance, during March and April for seniors or low income tax returns.

Contact us for more information or to sign up. 

  Take a break from mealtime stress. Available to Alix and Area residents. Home-style meals are delivered up to five days a week at lunchtime. Hot and frozen options can be ordered. Meals are delivered Monday to Friday. 

Fees: 

Hot Meal: $10.00/meal

Frozen Meal: $8.00/meal

Gift certificates can be purchased. Please contact us, for more details, monthly menus and to book a delivery.

*All volunteer delivery drivers are screened by the RCMP.  

A free program supporting adult learners to gain basic life skills or competencies, upgrade education, pursue career training, improve literacy or learn English as a second language. To learn more, click here.

 To make an appointment, contact us or Bashaw Adult Learning,   bashawadultlearning@gmail.com or 780-372-3648. 

     Volunteers support many of the programs and services offered at the Centre. 

Contact us to learn more, if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.    

Looking for some 'new to you' puzzles OR

do you have too many taking up space? 

• Take one and help yourself
• Bring in your old puzzles

Swap and trade with other puzzle lovers!     

 The Open Door offers support services and hope to youth in need between the ages of 11-24 and their families. Youth and young adults will access a one-stop shop to help navigate the complicated world of healthcare as well as social supports. In addition, Emergency Housing and Transitional Housing is available, located in Camrose, AB. 

To learn more, click here.

To access, contact  the Rural Youth Outreach Worker,  ashley@camroseopendoor.com. 

Call or text their 24-hour help line at, 780-679-HELP (4357).

      The Lacombe FCSS offers Tools For School, available to families who qualify for help with getting students ready to start a new school year.

Apply before the deadline to access this program. Eligible children are able to choose a NEW backpack for the school year. Forms are available at the Centre.

Click here  to download the form. For more information contact Lacombe FCSS,  info@lacombefcss.net or 403-782-6637. 

 The New Coats for Kids Program provides new winter wear for children, newborn to 17 years of age.  Families experiencing financial difficulties can access assistance for children living in their care. This program can be accessed once every two years.

Forms are available at the Centre. 

Click here  to download the form or apply online. For more information contact Lacombe FCSS,  info@lacombefcss.net or 403-782-6637.  

     The County of Lacombe Lifelong Learning Association provides affordable learning and community development opportunities to adults living in the County of Lacombe.  

Most classes are offered in-person or online. Learning bursaries are available to help with financial barriers for employment related courses. To learn more, click here.

To register call 403-782-7955  or email office@cllla.com. 

   Learn how to live healthier or how to manage a chronic illness. The AHS Alberta Healthy Living Program offers numerous virtual courses, which are free and led by healthcare professionals.  

Click here to learn more about the courses offered. Click here to find out when courses are scheduled. 

Contact AHS to register, 1-877-314-6997. Contact us for help to register or for technology support.