Adolescent-Parent Support

 

Several programs to assist adolescents and their parents have been developed by Catholic Family Services to aid families in making significant transitions.
 

RIFT (Rapid Intervention for Family Treatment)

RIFT is a family therapy service for families in crisis offered by contractual agreement with Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services, and Family and Youth Services, Youth Unit. Families with youth 15 years and younger who are in significant crisis are referred by the Family and Youth Services Unit for therapy on a quick access schedule. Access is only through the Unit which pays for up to five family sessions with Catholic Family Services.
 

RAPS (Resolving Adolescent - Parent Strife)

RAPS is a conflict resolution and family negotiation service offered contractual agreement with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services, and Family and Youth Services. Families with youth 16 years and older who are unable to resolve ongoing conflicts that have ruptured the relationships are given support to rebuild relationships and find a workable social contract together. Access is only through Youth Services which pays for up to five sessions with Catholic Family Services.