Simcoe-Muskoka Child, Youth & Family Services

The Simcoe-Muskoka Child, Youth & Family Services has been serving the community since 1894 (formerly Children’s Aid Society). We provide a rangenof services to the community, including:n

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• Investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect;

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• Protecting children who have suffered abuse or neglect (or are at risk of harm) by assisting and supportingntheir families to reduce harmful circumstances;nOffering guidance, counseling and referral services to families whose children are at risk of abuse or neglect;

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• Referring families to other service providers when we do not offer a service;

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• Arranging for treatment services for children in our care;

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• Placing children in alternative care arrangements depending on the legal status of the child and his or her needs;

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• Recruiting, developing, educating and supporting foster and adoptive homes;

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• Working hand-in-hand with our Foundation to provide opportunities, programs and services not covered by government funding.

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