McMan Youth, Family & Community Services Association - Calgary Region
Calgary Sibling Support Groups - Milestones Program
Sibshops provide young brothers and sisters with peer support & information
around their sibling’s disability in a safe setting. Siblings will meet other siblings
to have fun, laugh, & talk about the good & not-so-good parts of having a sibling with a disability. We will play games, learn, chat, and of course have fun! Sibshops are offered in person and online and are for siblings with no diagnosis.
Ages: 8-12
Transition to Adulthood Support - Milestones Program
Milestones Transition to Adulthood program supports families with a youth, 16 – 18 years of age, with a disability to help them prepare for successful transition to adulthood. We help the youth and family answer questions, access resources and work towards their transition to adulthood goals.
Ages: 16-18
FSCD Eligible
DBT Skill Groups for Teens, Young Adults, and Adults
DBT Skills Training is one mode within a comprehensive DBT treatment program. This 12-week program teaches specific skills to increase an individual’s capabilities to cope with emotions and experience life differently than they currently are. DBT has been found to be effective for people experiencing problems such as: depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and disordered eating.
Ages: 13+
Caregiver Counselling - Milestones Program
Milestones Counselling Program offers one to one, non-emergency based, counselling with a registered clinician. Our clinician creates a supportive and open environment where caregivers can explore their needs raising a child with a disability.
Ages: 18+
FSCD Eligible
Behavioural and Developmental Aide Support (BDS) - Milestones Program
Milestones provides parents/ caregivers with in-home support to address the unique needs they have parenting a child with a disability. In-home support focuses on strengthening parent skills, learning new strategies, accessing resources and strengthening their support network.
Ages: 0-17
FSCD Eligible
About this Organization
McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area is a responsive and innovative organization making a difference in the lives of close to 3000 vulnerable children, youth and families annually. We support children, youth and families with complex needs that can include mental health issues, addiction, homelessness, poverty, and disability by providing them with the services and supports they need to thrive.
