Families are Strong
We all come from families. They are one of the most important building blocks of our lives and our community. There are many definitions of family in our community. Your United Way is committed to programs and initiatives that strengthen Cambridge and North Dumfries families. Your investment supports the community by making help available for families. See a complete list of the programs that your investment supports or check out our Priority Sheet on Families.
Here are some specific examples of how your investment in families is helping:
Self Help Cambridge Recovery Centre Program - Self Help Alliance
Individuals are improving their recovery with healthier life choices, and improvement in social and pre-employment skills
- 58% of individuals improved their employment skills and were able to identify how to find a job 79% experienced a decrease in social isolation and improvement in social networks
- 79% experienced improvement in healthier life style activities
Healthy Living: Positive Steps to Dealing with Anger Program - Family Counselling Centre of Cambridge & North Dumfries
- 92% of program participants indicated that they are using destructive expressions of anger less often, and using healthy coping strategies more often since joining the group.
Client Success Story
Before coming to Self Help Alliance in Cambridge (SHA), James lacked a strong support system, was struggling with depression and an undiagnosed mental health issue. After several months at SHA, James learned how to better cope with his depression, manage his anger, have healthier relationships,and adapt better to the changes in his life. He now volunteers for SHA, providing peer support to others. Volunteering has provided him with a sense of belonging and support.
Programs that help families in Cambridge & North Dumfries be strong.
Learn more about each program on our Partner Agency page.
Families with Complex needs are Supported
| Program | Organization |
| Home Healthcare Equipment Loan Program | Canadian Red Cross |
| Self Help Cambridge Recovery Centre | Self Help Alliance |
Families are Free From Violence
| Healthy Choices: Positive Steps to Dealing with Anger | Family Counselling Centre of Cambridge & North Dumfries |
| Individual, Couples and Family Counselling | Family Counselling Centre of Cambridge & North Dumfries |
| Residential Program | Women�s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region |
Families are Resilient and Supported by their Community
| Community Support Services of Ayr & North Dumfries | Family Counselling Centre of Cambridge & North Dumfries |
| Counselling Support for Resilient Families | Lutherwood |
| Distress Centre of Waterloo Region | Canadian Mental Health Association Grand River Branch |
