Counselling
Find Healing
and Support
CFN offers specialized service attention to newcomers in difficult scenarios using a Case Management & Wrap Around approach. Each person is assessed in a comprehensive way & services are provided in all areas of one’s life where attention is required & requested.
We will work with the client to attend to their basic needs, income, housing, work & career preparation, settlement, integration, health, mental health, risk mitigation, safety planning, sexuality, family issues, legal issues, domestic violence & more.
The program works with any age, culture, & sexual diversity & we will arrange language translation if it is required beyond the more than 20 languages of the VPS team.
Case Management
Any person or family that complex and multi-need scenarios can be matched to a case manager who can help you with a large variety of needs. Our case managers are devoted to helping people with any complex scenario. For full details of the program click here.
Mental Health
Mental health support, including therapeutic counselling, case management, and crisis intervention, focuses on assessing and addressing emotional, social, and behavioral needs. We help identify challenges, explore options, and create action plans tailored to the individual. . For full details of the program click here.
2SLGBTQ+ Newcomer Services
Our services are accessible to individuals across Alberta, regardless of immigration status, including permanent residents, asylum seekers and those with other statuses. Our team works collaboratively with 2SLGBTQ+ focused organizations to ensure individuals receive the support they need to navigate settlement, education, employment and mental well-being. For full details of the program click here.
Refugee Support
We provide support for individuals seeking refuge in Canada, including refugee claimants, humanitarian applicants, and those without status. Our team offers personalized settlement services, legal referrals, and guidance on immigration processes, helping newcomers navigate the system and access essential services like housing, healthcare, mental health support, employment, and financial assistance. For full details of the program click here.
Housing
We provide comprehensive support for securing housing, including financial assistance and placement services, facilitating access to social services, advocating for tenant rights, and creating community partnerships to increase affordable housing availability, ultimately promoting stability and improving quality of life.
Domestic Violence
Our case managers support individuals experiencing domestic violence by creating safety plans, coordinating with organizations, and providing mental health resources. We organize workshops using a peer support model, allowing participants to share experiences, build confidence, and learn to set boundaries. For full details of the program click here.