If you are thinking about opening your home and heart to a youth needing a safe place to call home, you may be wondering which foster family program to join. Various social service agencies and non-profits offer the opportunity to be a youth caregiver, and each comes with its own pros and cons. PLEA Community […]
This September 30 marks the third anniversary of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation for Canada. This day holds profound importance, serving as a time to honour the survivors of residential schools, their families, and the Indigenous communities affected by the long-standing legacy of this dark chapter. In operation for over a century, the residential […]
Foster caregivers open their homes and hearts to provide a nurturing environment for youth in need. This is an incredibly rewarding thing to do but it presents unique challenges. There are certain skills that will prepare you to overcome these challenges, enabling you to give youth the best possible chance of succeeding. It’s important to […]
I’m writing this post today to keep you up to date on the progress we have made implementing our Strategic Plan. We are now more than two years into implementing it, and while the journey hasn’t always been easy, I continue to be inspired by the progress we are making. As a reminder, the theme […]
If you’re wondering what it might be like to become a foster caregiver for youth, you’re not alone. PLEA Community Services is currently looking for families who want to open their homes and hearts to a youth in need. Perhaps you can offer a youth a fresh start and sense of belonging in a safe, […]
