 McMan is a non-profit
organization established in 1975 and has been operating
in Southeast Alberta for over 15 years. We provide care
and services to people whose circumstances have placed
them at risk or disadvantage and strive to provide support
necessary so they can function effectively as members
of their communities. McMan's role, through the establishment of a Foster
and Family Resource Centre, is to recruit, screen, and
train all new foster homes in the region for the Southeast
Alberta Child & Family Services Authority. Programs
and services are offered that assist foster parents
in the care of children and other parents who have significant
struggles with their children.
Mission Statement:
McMan
helps individuals and families develop the skills
and support to function effectively as members
of the community. |
Resource Centre Programs and Services
- provide a lending resource library for parents to access
- assist with initial training and provide ongoing training
opportunities
- facilitate peer support activities such as mentors and
groups
- advocate for foster parents; assist with the establishment
of an active chapter of the Alberta Foster Parent Association
- promote foster care in the general community through
newsletters, special events, foster parent week, and public
awareness
Our Goals
On behalf of the Southeast Alberta Child & Family Services
Authority, McMan invites people who want to develop their
parenting skills to a professional level to help meet a serious
need in the community.
Our mutual goal is to return children to their natural families;
find other permanent families for them if necessary; or prepare
them to live independently, based on the unique situation
of each child.
 Other
Programs McMan Offers:
Youth Work Program:
A program to promote positive development in children and
youth who are in foster care or have involvement with the
Child and Family Services Authority.
In-Home Family Support Program:
Providing in-home educational and supportive services to
families in which the safety and well being of children are
considered at risk.
YTA– Youth Transitions
to Adulthood Program:
A two-phase program that prepares youth – ages 16-20
– who have involvement with the Children’s Authority,
to live independently.
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