Family & Children’s Services of Renfrew County launched a social media campaign this week to support local families and children. Their media release gives the following details:
Vulnerable families, children and youth in Renfrew County need support now more than ever. With schools, childcare and many workplaces closed, many families are struggling with additional stresses and children and youth may be at greater risk. That’s why Family and Children’s Services of Renfrew County (FCSRC) and several community organizations, with the support of M.P.P. John Yakabuski, are reminding families we are here to help in a social media campaign launching today.
The campaign includes a video series that begins with the release of messages from both M.P.P. John Yakabuski and Executive Director of FCSRC, Kathy Davis on Family and Children’s Services of Renfrew County’s Facebook and Twitter pages. Mr. Yakabuski reminds us that in difficult times, it’s part of our fabric in Renfrew County to come together to help each other. He also highlights the recent announcement of the Ontario government’s COVID-19 Action Plan to support the most vulnerable in the province and acknowledges the agencies doing this work. Ms. Davis details the efforts FCSRC is taking to support families and emphasizes the importance of reaching out to the organization if support is needed or if community members should have a concern for a child or youth’s safety.
Organizations offer help
The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families, Bernadette McCann House, the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the O.P.P. and CSC Jeanne-Lajoie, pavilion secondaire have also joined the campaign efforts with their messages of support. Additionally, FCSRC is inviting all local organizations and community members available to help to take a photo with a #HeretoHelpRC sign and the phone number families can call if they need help.
Supporting families during especially difficult times is why Family and Children’s Services of Renfrew County exists. Any family that is in need of support is encouraged to call the agency at 613-735-6866 and a staff member will provide assistance. FCSRC’s phone line remains open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to address any concern for a child or youth and the agency continues to support homeless youth and those at-risk as part of the Renfrew County Safe Shelter for Youth program. Any questions or referrals related to this program can be made by calling 613-735-6866.
For local support information and resources for families related to COVID-19, please visit www.fcsrenfrew.on.ca.
Jones,A.(2020,May5)IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO KEEP FAMILIES STRONG, AND CHILDREN AND YOUTH SAFE [media release]