Linking Youth and Families @ Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services

FFS FOUNDATIONAL FAMILY SERVICE The Linking Youth and Families Program connects with teens and families experiencing high parent-teen conflict. The connection is made because without someone stepping in, it is likely the teen will be admitted to the care of the Halton Children’s Aid Society. If the teen does go into care, the program supports the youth with discharge and the return to home. In this program, a counsellor steps in to listen to and address the concerns of both parent and teen. The counsellor works with the teen and the family to find solutions to the conflicts and to set reachable goals. Counsellors will also help in finding and connecting the teen and family with other supports. The goal is to keep the teen at home instead of going into the care of the Halton Children’s Aid Society. Other program services include the following, Parenting information sessions and education Triple P parenting strategies In-home support Follow-up and support as required