Province gives more funding for rapid-access counselling in North Battleford and beyond
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Rapid access counselling is reaching more youth and children in North Battleford thanks to a recent boost in funding.
The provincial government announced on Monday, that it is providing $1.7 million in new annual funding to Family Services Saskatchewan to expand its free, rapid-access counselling services to children, youth and caregivers.
“Our government remains committed to improving access to mental health services for all residents of Saskatchewan,” Mental Health and Addictions Minister Tim McLeod said. “With today’s expansion of rapid counselling services, young people in the North Battleford area will have quick access to the health services they need to help them heal and become healthy young adults.”
In total, the province is providing Family Services Saskatchewan with $3.2 million in annual funding this year, including the newly announced funding and $1.5 million for services to adults and families in more than 20 communities.
