Brighter Futures - Edson Friendship Centre
This program is designed to overcome barriers to optimal growth and development of at-risk children between the ages of birth to six years. The program offers a play-based program for children, parent education, outreach services and satellite programs through various partnering agencies.
Services available:
→Preschool and Kindergarten PUF Program
→Under the guidance of a Certified Teacher - Private School authorized by Alberta Education
→Direct Therapy Intervention, Family Support and Child Development
#200, 111 54th St (Provincial Building)
Edson, AB T7E 1T2
Telephone: 780-723-5494
Email: info@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
Circle of Security Parenting
West Yellowhead Family Resource Network Program provided through the Edson Friendship Centre
Services available:
→(Offered to parents/caregivers of children birth – 18 years)
→Circle of Security assists parents to look beyond their child’s behavior and focus on the relationships that support children to feel secure in the world. Two trained Circle of Security facilitators provide this program to parents/caregivers in 8 weekly group sessions.
#200, 111 54th St
Edson, AB T7E 1X7
Telephone: 780-517-8200
Email: anna.skinner@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
CORE Child Care Society
Services available:
→provide developmentally appropriate childcare for children ages 0-12 focusing on the individual child's age and stage of development/unique personalities
4632 3rd Ave
Edson, AB T7E 1C2
Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm
Telephone: 587-466-9292
Daycare Society of Edson
Services available:
→daycare, out of school program
→Edson Family Day Home Agency
5501 3rd Ave
Edson, AB T7E 1L5
Monday-Friday 6:30am-5:30pm
Telephone: 780-723-6444
Email: edson@dcsoe.com
Discovery Kids & Play and Learn
Services available:
→Preschool programming for children ages three and four.
#200, 111 54th St
Edson, AB T7E 1X7
Telephone: 780-723-5494
Email: info@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
Early Childhood Matters - Edson and Area Coalition
Services available:
→local service providers and community members interested in the well-being of children ages 0-6 and their families
→Green Shack park play
Email: edsonearlychildhoodmatters@gmail.com
Edson Children's Services
Services available:
→Children’s Services offers a range of supports and resources for children, youth and families in 7 regions across the province. This includes Calgary, Central, Edmonton, Northeast, Northwest, North Central, Southeast and Southwest regions. Culturally specific services are also provided through Metis and Indigenous Children’s Services offices and Delegated First Nation Agencies.
100, 111 54th St (Provincial Building)
Edson, AB T7E 1T2
Monday-Friday 8:15am-4:30pm
Telephone: 780-723-8325
Fax: 780-712-7277
Toll Free: 310-0000 then 780-723-8325
24Hour Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-387-5437
Edson LEAP Therapy and Resource Centre
Services available:
→child development, developmental milestones, speech and language tips, sensory processing
→respite care, children's groups, family support, pre-school and kindergarten PUF program
→direct therapy intervention, consultation, in-servicing/staff training, parent info sessions
4818 7th Ave
Edson, AB T7E 1K8
Telephone: 780-723-1295
Email: info@EdsonLeapCentre.com
Elements Forest School
Services available:
→an outdoor program for children of all ages following an educational play approach that is nature based and child led
Telephone: Emma Vale (780) 297-4042
Email: elementsforestandnatureschool@gmail.com
Edson Public Library
Services available:
→getting a library card, borrowing materials
→computers and internet, print, copy and scan services, equipment rental
→meeting room rental
4726 8th Ave
Edson, AB T7E 1E3
Monday-Friday 10:00am-8:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Telephone: 780-723-6691
Family Support Program
West Yellowhead Family Resource Network Program provided through the Edson Friendship Centre
Services available:
→Family Support Workers work alongside families in the home and community. Information and support is provided to families in the areas of family functioning, child development, communication, stress, positive attachments and problem-solving skills.
#200, 111 54th St
Edson, AB T7E 1X7
Telephone: 780-723-5494 ext. 102
Email:laurie.mccallum@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
Family and Community Support Services
Services available:
→provides a variety of programs and events for children, youth and families, connection to local supports and resources.
605 50 Street
Edson, AB T7E 1T7
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Telephone: 780-723-4403
Email: cserv@edson.ca
Home Visitation Program
West Yellowhead Family Resource Network Program provided through the Edson Friendship Centre
Services available:
→Centered in the family home, a Home Visitor provides parenting information and support in the areas of parenting, child development, child health, parent/child relationships and other aspects of positive family functioning.
#200, 111 54th St
Edson, AB T7E 1X7
Telephone: 780-723-5494 ext. 102
Email: laurie.mccallum@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
Kids Help Phone
Services available:
→virtual counselling
→resources and information about emotional well-being, bullying, abuse, sex, relationships, physical health, identity, abuse, school work, friends, family
Telephone: 1-800-668-6868
SMS: 686868
Available 24/7
Service Canada
Services available:
→provincial and territorial child protection
4905 4th Ave
Edson, AB T7E 1T1
Telephone: 1-800-O-CANADA (622-6232)