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SUPPORT
Provincial and Federal Financial Aid
The Alberta Government will provide immediate financial relief to Alberta’s families and vulnerable populations. Read more here https://www.alberta.ca/covid-19-supports-for-albertans.aspx
The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to help Canadians facing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more here https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2020/03/canadas-covid-19-economic-response-plan-support-for-canadians-and-businesses.html
Eligible wages time frame extended for the Wage Earner Protection Program
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic many businesses are facing financial hardship. Some may have become insolvent, but with less access to the courts, many are experiencing delays in filing for bankruptcy or receivership. That is why the eligible wages period for the Wage Earner Protection Program (WEPP) has been extended by up to 6 months. This extension will help to ensure that any delays in bankruptcy or receivership proceedings, due to the pandemic, will not affect workers’ eligibility for the WEPP.
Full details on the WEPP and how to apply for it can be found here:
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/labour-standards/reports/wage-protection.html
Consult the changes to the Wage Earner Protection Program for employees:
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/wage-earner-protection/employee/eligibility.html#h2.01-h3.01
Consult the changes to the Wage Earner Protection Program for trustees: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/wage-earner-protection/trustee/eligibility.html#h2.01-h3.02
For more information on the Government of Canada’s response to COVID-19, refer to https://www.canada.ca/covid-19
CONNECTION and PREVENTION
Practice healthy lifestyle habits
Eat well, exercise daily and get enough rest to help support your immune system.
For more information visit the following websites:
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/features/2020/Page15478.aspx
https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/features/2020/Page15475.aspx
https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/being-active/physical-activity-your-health.html
https://www.alberta.ca/guidance-on-outdoor-activities.aspx
Hello Neighbour Cards
Not everyone has family that they can rely on. Hello Neighbour cards are available on our website. Support your neighbours and reach out. Click here to download a PDF version of the Hello Neighbour Cards.
Strathmore Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is available to answer questions, help access local resources, and provide support with government services. We are here for EVERYONE any ANYONE. We are also here just to listen.
Strathmore FCSS Offices have reopened to the public in the new Municipal Building at 1 Parklane Drive, Strathmore. We are available to answer questions, help access local resources, and provide support with government services. If you know someone who is struggling you can also call us Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm at 403-934-9090.
Local Support Numbers:
If you need additional support, please call the Town of Strathmore’s Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) office at 403-934-9090.
Financial Counselling
Money Mentors
Phone: 1-888-294-0076
Website: https://moneymentors.ca/
Credit Counselling Society
Phone: 1-888-527-8999
Website: https://nomoredebts.org/
Food Assistance
Wheatland County Food Bank
Phone: 403-324-4335
Website: https://wheatlandfoodbank.ca/
Mental Health Resources
Strathmore Wheatland Wellness Resource Project
Phone: 403-962-0167
Website: https://www.swwellness.ca/
24/7 Crisis Supports
Wheatland Crisis Society
Phone: 403-934-6634
Website: https://strathmoreshelter.com/
Wheatland Counselling
Wheatland Crisis Society
Phone: (403) 901-3761
Website: www.wheatlandcountycounselling.com
Distress Centre Calgary
Phone: 403-266-1601
Website: https://www.distresscentre.com/
Important Numbers
- For 24/7 Supports that are available for anyone please call 403-266-4357
- Alberta Health Services: albertahealthservices.ca/amh/Page16759.aspx
- Sexual Assault Services, ON LINE: 1-866-403-8000 learn more
- Text4Hope: Supporting Mental Health & Wellness in a Time of Stress & Isolation albertahealthservices.ca/topics/Page17019.aspx
- Addiction Helpline 1-866-332-2322
- Family Violence: Find Support 310-1818
- Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-387-5437
- Income Supports 1-866-644-5135
- Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868
- Mental Health Helpline 1-877-303-2642
- Income Support Contact Centre 1-866-644-5135
- AHS Mental Health & Addictions: 403-361-7277 albertahealthservices.ca/info/facility.aspx?id=1004516
- Woods Homes Community Resource Team 24-hour crisis counselling for individuals and families 1-800-63-6106 www.woodshomes.ca/programs/the-wheatland-program/
- ConnecTeen 24 hr support: Text 587-333-2724 or call 403-264-8336 calgaryconnecteen.com
- Emergency Social Services: 1-866-644-5135
- Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) Provincial Office Contact Toll Free:1-800-252-7553 | 780 455 2200 mna@metis.org
- Children's Services: 403-934-1706 humanservices.alberta.ca/services-near-you/calgary-and-area-child-and-family-services-contact-us.html
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