The Family Preservation program provides in-home counseling and intensive support to Aboriginal families and their children who living are on reserve. Families and children who are:

• identified as experiencing difficulties or distress
• are at risk of a family breakdown and/ or
• child apprehension

SERVICES PROVIDED:

• Behavior Management training
• Parenting techniques and guidance
• Dealing with discipline
• Establishing routines
• Household management
• Understanding development stages
• Accessing community resources
• Preparing for treatment programs
• Counseling referrals
• Lifeskills planning
• Syilx cultural activities and practices

SERVICE DELIVERY:

• Case management for the family remains with the Penticton Indian Band.
• Quarterly reports are submitted to the Ministry for Children and Families.
• Participation is encouraged and supported in order for the children to remain with the custodial parent and within their own culture.
• Minimum requirement of two (2) hours per week when working with the Family Preservation Worker.
• Follow-ups are available
• Hours of service are flexible to clients needs.

**All referrals must be initiated by Dorothy Ward, B.S.W., Director of Social Development OR the Ministry for Children and Families.