Resources for Parents

Take a self-assessment if you think you might have COVID-19 symptoms and obtain the most current information in Alberta and across Canada.

Coronavirsus Disease

MANAGING THE SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL AND TRAUMATIC IMPACT

While Health Departments have been directing much of the initial focus on re-entry to schools, the emotional and traumatic impact of COVID-19 has received less attention. These Guidelines will set the standard as the most comprehensive trauma-informed and systems-based practice for supporting students, staff and their families during the pandemic.

File: PDF Guidelines for Re-Entry into the School Setting During the Pandemic

Help in Tough Times

At some point in our lives we all have stressful times. We can be impacted by such things as financial pressures, unexpected difficulties, unemployment, or stressful situations such as the current outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Alberta Health Services has resources and services, such as Text4Hope, available to help you or someone you know. Remember, if you are struggling you are not alone. There are supports in place to help you.

Alberta Health Services Covid-19

This article includes specific information about how parents/caregivers can respond to and support children of different ages during the COVID-19 pandemic.

How Parents Can Help Their Children During the Pandemic

In these unprecedented times, CASA aims to continue assisting our families and community members in dealing with the many mental health concerns that may come out of dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. In keeping with this, we have launched a new initiative, "The Impact of the Pandemic on Mental Health Web Series," an interactive live series featuring insights from experts.       READ MORE

Children Youth and Families (CYF) Caregiver Education sessions have gone virtual.  Click here for more information:  https://www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca/