Livingstone Range School Division

Wellness Resources for Students, Staff, and Families

Livingstone Range School Division focuses on the wellbeing of students, families, and staff, and wants everyone to stay physically, emotionally, and mentally well.

Our professionals have curated these resources to help families. Use good judgment when accessing websites and online tools. Livingstone Range School Division is not responsible for third-party information.

Alberta Health Services Virtual Sessions & Webinars

AHS offers free mental health webinars through their Community Education and Child, Youth, and Family Caregiver Education Services. Find one that fits your needs and schedule. Click on the webinar title for more information and to register.

 

Check out this series about healthy sexuality. Download the poster here.

March 29, 2023 – 7:30 pm Talking to Your Kids About Sex
As parents we know it’s our job to provide our children with the knowledge and guidance they need, but what do they need to know and when do they need to know it? Give me some actual words to say! How can we protect our children from sexual abuse? Come for some great ideas on how to equip your children to deal with their own sexuality, and the bombardment of sexual messages in our culture. Recommended for parents of children 0 – 12 years

Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85671975562
Meeting ID: 856 7197 5562 Passcode: 419321


April 26, 2023 – 7:30 pm Porn-proofing Your Kids
Our kids are growing up in a world where an abundance of free, on-line pornography is available to anyonewith an electronic device. This easy access and the potential harm of exposure raise concerns about children’s health and well-being. Internet porn didn’t used to be a thing, so it’s hard to know how to protect our kids! At this presentation, Tami Buroker will answer questions like: What’s the harm in watching porn? How can I prevent porn exposure for my kids? What if my kids have already seen porn? 

Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85366151387
Meeting ID: 853 6615 1387 Passcode:318317


May 24, 2023 – 7:30 pm Talking to Your Teens About Sex
Teens are facing a complex world of sex, relationships, STIs, shifting gender norms, and porn that is more accessible than ever before in history. And though they may not think so, they still need your guidance and support. Talking with teens about sex may not be comfortable, but when you have the right tools, you can equip them to better navigate these challenging waters.

Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82091676669
Meeting ID: 820 9167 6669 Passcode: 228435

Please register by emailing Penny at penny.pittman@fcss.ca

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Visit the AHS Community Education page for more information. community.hmhc.ca

Visit the AHS Child, Youth, and Family Caregiver Education website for tip sheets, videos, and more! www.cyfcaregivereducation.ca

Mental Health Supports & Helplines

Access mental health supports and services online, by phone, or by text.

Promoting Good Mental Health

Find resources for talking, calming anxiety, healthy habits, and mindfulness. Remember: self-care isn't selfish.

Resources for FNMI Families

Piikani and Kainai families can find local resources here.

For on-reserve Piikani families, the number for Emergency Essential Packages is 403-965-3092.

For Blackfoot Confederacy members livings off-reserve in Calgary or Lethbridge, food hampers are available. Email arnoldj@blackfootconfederacy.ca and include your name, nation, contact information, physical living address, and number of people in household.

Counsellors' Corner

Our Family School Liaison Counsellors share video messages to help us stay mentally and emotionally well.

Emergency & Financial Support Resources

Find supports for financial assistance, food banks, shelter, emergency preparedness, and more.

  • Practical and Emotional Preparedness for a Pandemic
  • Government of Alberta Emergency Financial Assistance
  • Emergency Social Services (especially when in need of shelter or need to leave home) 1-866-644-5135
  • Alberta 211
    • Financial assistance, counseling, support with isolation, food, shelter etc. (multi-lingual)
    • CALL – 211     TEXT - 211
    • LIVE CHAT - https://www.ab.211.ca/
  • Claresholm Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) - 403-625-4417
    • Prepare and deliver food/hygiene hampers to people’s doorsteps, all while following the AHS guidelines
    • Click HERE for poster
  • High River Food Bank – 403-652-2195
  • Claresholm Food Bank - 403-625-2092 | 221-45 Avenue West
  • Fort Macleod Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) - 403-553-4491
  • The Salvation Army Family Services (Lethbrdge) - 403-327-8084
  • Crowsnest Pass Food Bank - 403-564-5110
  • Pincher Creek Food Bank - 403-632-6716
  • Nanton Ministerial Food Bank - 403-601-4201

How to Talk to Your Child

These articles and resources may help you in talking to your child about COVID-19 and its impacts.

Structure & Learning From Home

Learning from home in this way is new for all of us. Discover resources to help establish routines, understand expectations, and use technology.

Managing Boredom

Being physically and mentally active will help mitigate boredom and loneliness during social distancing and school closure. Check out these online resources to help.