Prevention & Wellbeing
Services
Prevention & Wellbeing services help families address underlying factors that put children at risk of harm or removal from their home. In cases of Children's Services intervention, our programs and services support children and their families while we advocate for reunification or kinship placements.
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We use a combination of advocacy, direct support, cultural connection, and referrals to help families identify their needs, set goals, and access support necessary to sustain positive outcomes.
Advocacy
Advocacy regarding:
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Intervention
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Repatriation
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Relative placements
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Cultural needs and rights
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Advocacy for children/families in court, meetings with child protection agencies, and other formal proceedings.
Direct Support
Support for parent, grandparent, & caregiver rights.
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Financial assistance for immediate needs.
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Education and guidance on parenting, relationships.
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Support for relatives or caregivers without funding from Children's Services.
Culture
Connection to Neyaskweyahk community, culture, and language.
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Access to Elder's/Knowledge Keepers, mentorship, ceremonies, and teachings​.
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Access to community supports and resources.
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Education and guidance on language and cultural practices.
Referrals
Referral to external services and agencies.
Referral to on/off community supports.
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Referral to KKI programs and services.
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Referral to wellness and treatment facilities.
Service Areas
Band Representatives
Advocate and provide referrals for children and families that have PGA, PGO, and PG status
Community Connectors
Advocate for families and provide services and referrals relating to prevention
Prepare and deliver cultural programming to support prevention