Support Chatline

With the support and encouragement of the BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre, and with precious funds from the 2023 Tiny Footprints Gala, we are excited to announce one of our new initiatives within our "Baby Loss Expansion Project" ~ the creation of our new Online Chatline Support. This free service was launched in January 2024, and is available on the following days:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:00pm- 8:00 pm

Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am - 12:00pm

The chatline will be open to all who have been touched by the loss of a precious baby during pregnancy, or anytime after birth. For individuals and families locally, regionally, provincially, federally and internationally.

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BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre

Family and Individual Counselling: #207 48 Brentwood Boulevard, Sherwood Park, Alberta T8A 2H5

Office Phone: 587.269.3217

The BriarPatch Family Centre recognizes that our practice is situated on Treaty 6 territory, which has long served as a traditional meeting ground, sanctuary, and corridor for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux communities. As a center focused on mental well-being, healing, and family support, we pay our respects to the countless First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals whose enduring presence and spiritual connection to this land have left an indelible imprint over centuries. We make this acknowledgment not only as a statement of respect, but also as a reaffirmation of our commitment to fostering a sense of community, inclusivity, and reconciliation within the framework of our services

The BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre is funded by Community, Individual and Family Donations, grants from Strathcona County Family and Community Services, the County Clothes~Line Foundation and Alberta Children's Service (Government of Alberta). As a Registered Canadian Charity, the BriarPatch Family Life Education Centre welcomes both monetary and in~kind donations, and provides an Official Tax Receipt and Gratitude Letter for each and every donation. Every amount is precious to us and helps our Centre provide support to those who seek growth in their journey.

Welcome to our Baby Loss/Child Loss Support Line. This specialized service is designed to provide you with immediate access to mental health resources and support in times of need. Please note that while our chatline offers guidance and assistance, it is not a substitute for professional therapy.