Canada will be celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. In Calgary, a full week of events (known as Aboriginal Awareness Week) is scheduled leading up to this day to celebrate the distinct culture and heritage of Indigenous people. Closer to Home (CTH) is thrilled to be part of Read more
Growing up, Shahd was a shy young girl. “I kind of had this bubble I was always in,” she recalls. Then she came to Closer to Home (CTH)’s summer day camp program, Summer in the City. “I didn’t talk to anyone or participate in anything for the first few days,” Read more
As a parent of a 9 year old, I find it challenging at times to help my son manage his emotions. Although he is young, he is experiencing grownup feelings he does not understand. As the world around him expands, how do I help him cope with these big emotions Read more
Our heartfelt gratitude to all our donors and volunteers for supporting Closer to Home this past quarter (January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018). Our Donors in the last quarter: Alberta Ballet and the Sun Life Financial Nutcracker Dream Program Alggin Employees Amy Heidman Andrew McQuiston Ann Davies Arlene Oostenbrink Read more
When Brandy became a Teaching Parent for Closer to Home at the young age of 24, she had no idea what she was getting herself into. She had previously worked in community-based programs for adults with developmental disabilities, but the job of a Teaching Parent is quite unique. Brandy Read more
This spring, you can run or walk to help meet the needs of kids and families in your community! Register today for the Calgary Marathon in support of Closer to Home! Whatever your skill level, there is a race for you. Take it easy with the GoodLife Fitness 5K Family Read more
At Christmas time, the need for extra support becomes increasingly apparent for many Calgary families. Many are barely making ends meet with their regular expenses, and with bills already piling up, the thought of budgeting for gifts and a special holiday meal seems like an impossible task. This past Christmas Read more
Closer to Home would like to thank all our supporters who donated between September 15, 2017 and December 31, 2017: Abra Controls Inc. Aida Rafie Aileen Glasgow Alaris Royalty Corp. Alberta Ballet and the Sun Life Financial Nutcracker Dream Program Alberta Theatre Projects Albornoz Family Align Association of Community Services Read more
Closer to Home is in need of some new items to support the children, youth and families we serve. Infant/Baby Wraps Towels Face Cloths Recreational Passes (Bowling, Movie) Zoo Passes Sport Socks Subway, Tim Hortons Gift Cards ($5-$10 each) Hygiene/Toiletry Items (Shampoo and Conditioner – Unisex) Gift Certificates for Hair Read more
I am a single parent. I work full time and my daughter, goes to after care at her school. Unfortunately, it is closed during spring break. I can take a few days off work, but not for the entire break. Are there any low cost or no cost activities she Read more
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