The Parent-Child Assistance Program (PCAP) offers specialized, holistic support during and after pregnancy for those experiencing difficulties with substance use and other health and social issues. PCAP mentors build healthy relationships by meeting the participant where they are at in their lives and assisting them to create the life they want.
Catholic Social Services: First Steps Program – The First Steps Program was initiated to help individuals who are at risk of giving birth to a child with FASD. First Steps is a 3 year relationship-based mentorship program.
First Steps is for individuals who are pregnant, or up to six months postpartum, who have used alcohol or drugs during this, or a previous pregnancy, and:
- Wish to make a change in their lives
- Lack an effective connection to other community services
- May have a child suspected of having FASD
By providing long-term support to individuals including mentoring and advocating, the Mentor will help the client to:
- Identify personal goals and develop strategies for positive growth
- Address income, housing, and food needs
- Access alcohol or alcohol/drug treatment
- Balance income, finances, budgeting
- Access health care and immunizations
HOW DO I ACCESS THIS PROGRAM?
Call the First Steps Program Intake Worker at 780-405-9336.