St. Albert Strategy & Mobilization Committee

CelebrateJanuary 28, 2010

SAM MEMBERSHIP

CATHY HERON, CHAIR (CSAB)BARRY WOWK (Protestant Schools)DAVID QUICK (Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools)GAIL BRIGHTLEY (Child & Family Services)SCOTT RODDA (FCSS)WARREN DOSKO (RCMP)TBA - Alberta HealthTBA - Mental Health

Why SAM?

Greater cooperation with community agenciesParticipation with City and RCMP in 40 Developmental AssetsBuilding awareness and resilience in our youthBetter utilization of community resourcesBetter service to youth in needThere’s more power and strength when we address issues as a community

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Vision

A safe, healthy and vibrant community where individuals, families and neighbourhoods are supported, cared for and valued.

To improve coordination and collaboration among service providers, thus avoiding duplication and

effectively addressing gaps in service delivery

To involve citizens and shareholders in determining the needs, concerns and solutions to the social

issues in the community.

GOALS

IS IT WORKING?

Decrease # of committees

Increased understanding of gaps in service

Relationships are strengthened

Partnerships are improved

Increased effectiveness in responding to the needsof youth, parents, families and seniors

42%

100%

100%

88%

77%

HighlightsSam initiated, supported and/or advocated for over $650,000 Investment dollars/grants for the St. Albert community:Community Partnership Enhancement Funding United Way – Community Investment Committee (TRS)Safe Communities Innovation Fund

HighlightsSAM endorses:Seniors Working GroupChild, Youth and Family Working GroupAsset Development InitiativeSAM is a City Council priority

Funding to support formalizing a model of collaboration in St. Albert:

SAM hosted two community partnership workshops

Hired a facilitator to assist SAM and Working Groups develop priorities

Supported a Neighbourhood survey

Community Partnership Enhancement Fund

Recommendations regarding an annual allocation of United Way of the Alberta Capital Region Community Impact Funds to the greatest benefit of St. Albert residents

Rental Assistance Program (RAP) - September 2008 – December 2009 76 families have been supported through RAP 25 of those families have successfully completed their

exit strategies and these files are now closed

St. Albert Community Investment Committee

Neighbourhood Development Team

To encourage targeted neighbourhoods struggling with crime and social disorder issues to identify, connect and utilize their assets to address their local issues.5 neighbourhood initiativesCommunity garden (partnership between Transitions,

Youth Community Centre and The Christian Reformed Church

Graffiti Protocol

Safe Communities Innovation Fund

“Very impressive – thank you for a very quick start”“I am encouraged by this process and also understand that I need to be more active and responsive to what I see happening in our neighbourhoods”“Thanks to all of you and all who have worked on our concerns”“Thank you for the follow-up, the neighbourhood appreciates all you do”

Neighbourhood Development Initiative

SAM Working Groups

St. Albert Seniors’ Working Group

&St. Albert Youth, Child & Family

Working Group

Working Group Benefits

“We can see the benefits of tackling issues together as organizations.”

“The networking opportunities have been a lifeline for me as I am new to my job. I feel that I am better able

to address the needs of my clients.”

Working Group Benefits

“In the past, [our organization] was overlooked in many community committee meetings. Since the formation of SAM [working groups] we have been informed and involved in those community issues,

have been able to participate and our ability to meet our mandate has increased substantially.”

Working Group Benefits

“The capacity of agencies serving seniors has been markedly increased due to improved communication, resource sharing, shared

passion and motivation and clear objectives.”

St. Albert Seniors Working Group

“A Community for ALL Ages”A Plan for

St. Albert Seniors

A collaborative effort from agencies and individuals advocating for the future of our

aging community.

St. Albert Seniors’ Working Group

Strategic Goals:

• Collective advocacy

• Centralized information

• Transportation

• Addressing elder abuse

St. Albert Child, Youth and Family Working Group

• Families, youth and service providers are aware of services and supports

• Families and youth access available community services and supports

• Appropriate community services and supports are delivered in flexible and responsive ways for families and youth

St. Albert Youth, Child and Family Working Group

Key Initiatives:

• Identify gaps in community database

• Create information packages for military families

• Community based Parent Information Series

• Birth Control and Sexual Health clinic/information

Asset Development

To increase Developmental Assts in the lives of all St. Albert’s young peopleAsset Development survey (baseline data)13 Asset Development presentations to local schools and

Administration4 Asset Development presentations to local agenciesBuilding Development Assets in School Communities

workshop attended by 85 students, teachers and day care staff

147 school based workshops to over 1800 students

Asset Development

Mapping allows SAM to visually understandcommunity demographics,trends and resources.

SAM the Protestant SchoolBoard and Greater St. Albert Catholic School Board are participating in a joint project that willclarify the profile of early school-aged children.

COMMUNITY MAPPING

Grandin

Timberlea

Lacombe Park

Erin Ridge

Akinsdale

Deer Ridge

Oakmont

Braeside

Mission

Kingswood

Pineview

Sturgeon

Forest Lawn

InglewoodWoodlands

Heritage Lakes

North Ridge

Riel- South

Riel Business Park

Campbell Business Park

Downtown

Northwest Urban Village Centre

Are partnerships strengthened?

Are SAM and community stakeholders better informed about each other’s work?

Are services to children, youth, parents/families individuals and seniors better coordinated?

How are we doing?

Contact SAM

www.stalbertfcss.ca/st-albert-strategy-and-mobilization-committee

Chair: Cathy HeronEmail: cathyheron@shaw.ca