Family and Community Support Services

Community Compass Program – Ties together hundreds of independent social services and programs into a coordinated system to streamline access and help residents navigate community support across the region. The program is a partnership with the Community Foundation of Northern Alberta and the City of Grande Prairie.

Community Programs – Community based programming for all ages.

Community School Liaison Program – Provides information and support to families and students who are having trouble at home or at school.

Early Childhood Development – Parent and Tot programs for caregivers and children 0 - 6 and Playschool programs for three and four year olds.

Grant Program – FCSS supports local preventive social services through direct programming and the provision of financial assistance through the grant program.

Transportation Grants – County Council provides Seniors and Accessible Transportation Operation Assistance grants, in consultation with the FCSS Advisory Board. 

Home Support Program – Provides in-home support to families and individuals experiencing disruptions to their normal family routine.

It Takes a Volunteer – Recognizes and highlights the commitment of volunteers throughout the County who have donated their time, skills, and knowledge to benefit our residents and communities.

Senior and Special Needs Snow Removal – The County provides free snowplowing of private driveways for County residents aged 65 years and older and special needs individuals living in rural areas.   

Seniors Walk and Talk – Keep fit and stay connected. No charge to walk and enjoy a coffee on us.

Summer Youth Programming – Fun interactive programs for youth ages 6 - 12 years old during July and August.

Special Project Funding

Limited funding is available to sponsor preventive social programs with the goal of improving resident's well being.

For more information contact Melodie McCracken, Director of FCSS at 780-532-9727.

To learn more about Family and Community Support Services in Alberta visit FCSSAA's website if you have ay questions please feel free to fill out our General Inquiry Form and will get back to you.