Family Well-being
What is Adult Protection?
The Adult Protection Program is governed by the Adult Protection Act. The Adult Protection Act has two purposes. First, to provide or arrange for assistance for an adult who needs assistance. Second, to provide protective (...
Animal Bite Investigations
A bite from any animal can be serious and should be examined by a health care professional. Prompt treatment can help to prevent infection or more serious illness.
The Chief Public Health Office (CPHO) investigates reports of...
Every day, foster families across Prince Edward Island open their homes and their hearts to children who need safe and loving homes. Foster families play an important role in our communities by providing care on a short or long-term basis for children...
This guide is intended to help parents and caregivers:
gain knowledge of children’s sexual behaviours;
respond appropriately to a range of developmentally appropriate and inappropriate sexual behaviours;
determine if the child’s behaviour appears to...
The Clinical Services Team is a provincial resource providing assessment and treatment services to youth and adults involved in the criminal justice system. The Clinical Services team provides individual and group treatment programs, training,...
This inventory lists all known counselling resources on Prince Edward Island for survivors of sexual abuse/assault. The inventory does not distinguish between therapists who specialize in providing treatment services for survivors of sexual abuse/assault...
If you are a low-income family, you may qualify for the Family Health Benefit Drug Program which helps cover the cost of approved prescription medications for you and your children if they are under the age of 19 or under the age of 25 and a full-time...
Island families experiencing high-conflict separation or divorce can be referred into New Ways for Families® training through the Family Law Centre. This training will empower parents with skills and strategies to manage high-conflict situations.
To...
Parents trying to settle issues regarding parenting time and decision making may benefit from Parenting Plan Mediation Services offered through the Family Court Conciliation Office.
This service assists families experiencing separation and divorce with...
Positive Parenting from Two Homes for Kids is a school-based program for children who are experiencing changes in their lives as a result of parental separation, divorce or parenting from two homes.
What do children learn in the program?
Children learn...
Positive Parenting from Two Homes is a cost-free program that provides information to parents who are separating, divorcing, or parenting from two homes.
How do I complete the program online?
Download the instructions and questionnaire
Read the...
If you or your family earn a low income, you may be eligible to receive subsidized basic dental treatment services under the Provincial Dental Care Program.
To qualify, you and the dependent members of your family must:
be residents of Prince Edward...
The Government of PEI is leading the development of a Provincial Youth Cyberviolence Prevention Strategy. In the digital age, the prevalence and risk of cyberbullying among youth in Prince Edward Island is a serious concern. It is important that the...
For years organizations like Inclusions East in Montague, Community Inclusions in O'Leary and Tremploy in Charlottetown have been helping Island residents with intellectual challenges find rewarding work in their community.
Now, a new video series...
If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, help is available.
Adult and Child Protection
If anyone suspects a child or a vulnerable adult is at risk of neglect or abuse, report your concern.
Child Protection
1-877-341-3101 (8:...
Triple P is a parenting program used across Canada and around the world. Triple P does not tell you how to parent but does provide you with tools and strategies you can use. You choose the tools and strategies you need to fit your family. Whether you...
There are many groups, organizations and individuals working across Prince Edward Island to help people just like you with your wellness goals. Here you will find helpful information about wellness programs, motivational stories about Islanders and other...
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