Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.3, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # New Directions For Children, Youth, Adults and Families ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://newdirections.mb.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Moments of Joy, Thanks to You](https://newdirections.mb.ca/moments-of-joy-thanks-to-you/) - A heartfelt thank you to our generous donors. Your support this past holiday season meant so much to the individuals and families supported by New Directions. In December, several programs were able to host holiday celebrations and share the spirit of the season. For some, this was their only holiday gathering. The rooms were filled - [More Help, More Hope: Our FASD Team is Growing to Support Even More Youth](https://newdirections.mb.ca/more-help-more-hope-our-fasd-team-is-growing-to-support-even-more-youth/) - Supporting youth with FASD just got a little bit easier, and a lot more exciting, for our FASD Family Support, Education, and Counselling Program. Thanks to additional funding from the Manitoba government; FASD Strategy, we’re now able to support youth up to age 18, expanding our previous range from 14. This change will give more - [Celebrating Service Recognition Month](https://newdirections.mb.ca/celebrating-service-recognition-month/) - During the month of November, New Directions honours and recognizes our staff who have reached significant milestones. Congratulations to the 100+ staff celebrating 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 years of service and beyond! - [Introducing Aveeve McLaughlin, Our New Board Chair](https://newdirections.mb.ca/introducing-aveeve-mclaughlin-our-new-board-chair/) - We’re thrilled to share some exciting news. Aveeve McLaughlin, a four-year member of our Board, has recently moved into the role of Board Chair! If you haven’t yet had the pleasure of meeting her, here’s a quick introduction: Aveeve holds a MSW and is a registered social worker (RSW), with a rich background in both - [In His Own Words: Chris Fillion and FASD Mentors of Change](https://newdirections.mb.ca/in-his-own-words-chris-fillion-and-fasd-mentors-of-change/) - I'd like to start by thanking New Directions for sponsoring me and FASD Mentors of Change by providing a sweater from Café 6. It promotes the work I’m doing in my community, raises awareness, and helped me stand out at the 2025 Canada FASD Research Network Conference in Toronto. People noticed the New Directions logo and came up to ask questions - [Collaboration in Full Colour](https://newdirections.mb.ca/collaboration-in-full-colour/) - For many of the individuals we support, art is an important and creative outlet. Across our programs, we try to offer a range of opportunities for artistic expression, from our annual art contest to evening craft classes. Another way we encourage people to tap into their artistic sides is through an annual Christmas craft sale, - [73 Smiles, Lifelong Memories](https://newdirections.mb.ca/73-smiles-lifelong-memories/) - Thanks to the generosity of our donors, our Shift Staffed Homes (SSH) program has been receiving support from the Basic Needs Fund for over a year. SSH offers adults with developmental disabilities a safe and secure fully staffed home. It also offers social, emotional, and mental health support that helps each person live a full - [Rhoda Allen wins Direct Support Professional of Distinction Award](https://newdirections.mb.ca/rhoda-allen-wins-direct-support-professional-of-distinction-award/) - To celebrate Direct Support Professionals Week, the Alliance of Direct Support Professionals of Manitoba (ADSPM) asked all membered organizations to nominate DSPs they felt go above and beyond to make a difference for people in their community. Rhoda Allen from Supported Independent Living received the DSP of Distinction Award. “Over the past nine years, Rhoda - [Every Path Is Intertwined: Ron’s Journey as a Volunteer](https://newdirections.mb.ca/every-path-is-intertwined-rons-journey-to-helping-others-through-volunteering/) - For Ron Imeltchouk, volunteering at New Directions isn’t just about gaining experience in the social services sector, it has become a turning point in a lifelong search for meaning and connection. Ron began volunteering just over four months ago, after exploring a range of academic programs and career paths. With a Human Resource diploma from - [Recognizing Direct Support Professionals Week](https://newdirections.mb.ca/recognizing-direct-support-professionals-week/) - The Province of Manitoba has officially declared this the Direct Support Professional Recognition Week for all the Direct Support Professionals that work with adults with disabilities in the province. New Directions is grateful for all the dedication and commitment of the Direct Support Workers and Community Resource Workers who make a difference in the lives of - [Influencing Policy and Practice through Research and Volunteering](https://newdirections.mb.ca/influencing-policy-and-practice-through-research-and-volunteering/) - For Stephanie Houvardas, volunteering became a meaningful way to give back to the community. Stephanie volunteered remotely with and assisted the research and evaluation team at New Directions on two different projects. The first was researching the use of focus groups with program participants and the second one involved evaluating New Direction’s staff training resources. - [Creating a Village](https://newdirections.mb.ca/creating-a-village/) - When it comes to helping children and families navigate tough challenges, there are few people as dedicated as Halima Wagay. Halima has been with New Directions for over a decade, and was recently promoted to Manager of the Family Stepping Stones program.“Having a full-time career with New Directions wasn’t something I initially planned for,” Halima - [July Calendar Raffle Winners!](https://newdirections.mb.ca/july-calendar-raffle-winners/) - A big thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and helped make our July 2025 raffle a success. Your support means so much. Congratulations to our winners: All proceeds from the raffle will support New Directions programming. Prizes can be picked up at front desk reception starting August 7, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, 717 Portage - [Dream Big: Meet Monica Cleodoro](https://newdirections.mb.ca/dream-big/) - For Monica Cleodoro, being part of New Directions isn't just about receiving support, it's about stepping into new opportunities and discovering what she's truly capable of. As a participant in both the Adult Home Share and S.A.I.D. (Social & Interactive Development) programs, Monica has recently taken on an exciting new role at the New Directions - [Honouring Our Journey Celebrates its First Grads!](https://newdirections.mb.ca/honouring-our-journey-celebrates-its-first-grads/) - On a beautiful spring day at Neecheewam, a significant milestone was reached. Billie, Melissa, and Toby became the first graduates of New Directions School through the Honouring Our Journey program. They are set to receive their Mature Student Diplomas at the end of the month. The feast and honouring ceremony was filled with joy, love, - [Pushing Through Pandemic Hardships](https://newdirections.mb.ca/pushing-through-pandemic-hardships/) - The words pandemic and struggle have been going hand in hand for over a year now. People, communities, and businesses alike are struggling to make ends thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. Even with vaccines being rolled out, the fight against COVID is a daily struggle that we are all learning to live with. ND Property - [Summer 2021 Compass](https://newdirections.mb.ca/summer-2021-compass/) - web_NDCompass_Summer_Aug21Download - [2021 Annual Report: Resilience](https://newdirections.mb.ca/2021-annual-report-resilience/) - v2_NewD_AnnualReport_July2021_finalDownload - [Free English Classes for Healthcare Professionals](https://newdirections.mb.ca/free-english-classes-for-healthcare-professionals/) - LTC-ESP-Health-Care-Poster-11x17_F_REV_PRINTDownload - [2022 Annual Report](https://newdirections.mb.ca/2022-annual-report/) - Read the 2022 Annual Report - [What the Science Tells Us About Adolescent Sleep](https://newdirections.mb.ca/what-the-science-tells-us-about-adolescent-sleep/) - Adolescent-Sleep-PDFDownload - [Welcome to Shift Staffed Homes Drop-in Centre](https://newdirections.mb.ca/welcome-to-shift-staffed-homes-drop-in-centre/) - Shift Staffed Homes (SSH) Drop-in Centre was created out of a desire for connection and socialization after the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of the SSH individuals we support felt the need for those important interpersonal connections and meaningful relationships. SSH provides safe and secure, 24-hour residential support for adults with intellectual disabilities. The Drop-in Centre is based out - [Every Child Matters T-Shirts for Sale](https://newdirections.mb.ca/every-child-matters-t-shirts-for-sale/) - Every Child Matters. For National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, we have t-shirts available for sale for $20. The design was created by Training Opportunities for Youth (TOFY) participant Jayden. To place an order, email cafe6@newdirections.mb.ca Limited quantities available. Deadline to order is Friday, September 13th, 2024. - [October Calendar Raffle Winners!](https://newdirections.mb.ca/october-calendar-raffle-winners/) - We’re happy to share the winners of our first New Directions Calendar Raffle. If you’d like to watch the draw held at 717 Portage Avenue on October 31, visit our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/NewDirectionsMB. We will be notifying all winning ticket holders by email or phone as well. Prizes will be available starting November 5 at Front Desk - [Elaine Newhook wins Direct Support Professional of Distinction Award](https://newdirections.mb.ca/elaine-newhook-wins-direct-support-professional-of-distinction-award/) - To celebrate Direct Support Professionals Week, the Alliance of Direct Support Professionals of Manitoba (ADSPM) asked all membered organizations to nominate DSPs they felt go above and beyond to make a difference for people in their community. Amelia (Elaine) Newhook from Adult Day Services received the DSP of Distinction Award.“Elaine is very in tune with - [The Biggest Difference](https://newdirections.mb.ca/the-biggest-difference/) - A Journey of Independence at Adult Day Services There was a time when Linda Jackson was unsure about her son, Michael’s, future. As a single mother of a child with intellectual disabilities, she encountered numerous challenges and tough decisions. Yet today, Michael is thriving. Their story is as a testament to the power of dedicated - [United Way's Walk this Way Event](https://newdirections.mb.ca/walk-this-way/) - [2024 New Directions Workshops](https://newdirections.mb.ca/trainings/) - You Are the Strategy! – New DirectionsTo request this training, please contact FamilyTherapyServices@newdirections.mb.ca Towards IndependenceTowards Independence is a 2-hour workshop facilitated by a registered occupational therapist. This workshop is about strategies to help your individual become more engaged, independent, self-sufficient, and reach their potential. We will discuss foundational beliefs about independence for neurodiverse people - [National Indigenous Peoples Day Resource Guide 2024](https://newdirections.mb.ca/national-indigenous-peoples-day-resource-guide-2024/) - View the PDF Flip book of the Guide: NIPD.2024.GUIDE-1_11zon-1Download - [Congratulations To Dr. Jennifer Frain](https://newdirections.mb.ca/congratulations-to-dr-jennifer-frain/) - On June 18th, New Directions CEO Dr. Jennifer Frain was honoured with an Honorary Diploma in Disability and Community Support from RRC Polytech. It was the first time an Honorary Diploma has been awarded in this area. Jennifer is devoted to protecting, progressing, and promoting the dignity and success of vulnerable adults and children in - [New Directions’ Says Goodbye To One Of Our Original Agency Owned Homes](https://newdirections.mb.ca/new-directions-says-goodbye-to-one-of-our-original-agency-owned-homes/) - In 1989, the first Shift Staffed Home was opened in Southwest Winnipeg. This home was made available for those with intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges, allowing integration into the community. Shift Staffed Homes is a support model that provides staffing 24/7. The goal of Shift Staffed Homes is to create a home atmosphere and - [Staff Profile: Ashley Zuk](https://newdirections.mb.ca/staff-profile-ashley-zuk/) - Ashley Zuk started her career in the social services sector over 20 years ago. “I have always been passionate about working with people and the idea of supporting them and helping them live their best lives possible is what drew me into this line of work”, said Ashley, who has been with New Directions for - [The Power of Learning: Inspiring the Community Through Volunteering ](https://newdirections.mb.ca/the-power-of-learning-inspiring-the-community-through-volunteering/) - For Nneoma Anozie, volunteering has become more than just a hobby. “I always look forward to it,” she says as she smiles. Volunteering has provided her a sense of purpose, fulfillment, and helped her learn a variety of new skills. From teaching others, building positive relationships and everything in between, it’s safe to say volunteering - [Providing Peace And Inspiring Hope: Laura's Volunteering Story](https://newdirections.mb.ca/providing-peace-and-inspiring-hope-lauras-volunteering-story/) - Laura McArthur’s passion for helping others has drawn her to a career in psychology, and recently, to volunteering at New Directions’ Supported Independent Living (SIL) program. Laura volunteers once a week, providing counselling services to the program’s individuals. Many individuals supported by New Directions need help with social and relationship issues, and Laura has found - [High School Student Volunteer Shares her Positive Experience](https://newdirections.mb.ca/high-school-student-volunteer-shares-her-positive-experience/) - Allison Kennedy is a grade 12 student who has been volunteering for New Directions and is thrilled to share her experience – and what volunteering means to her. She tutors at a New Directions location and has had a wonderful and rewarding time learning, growing, and helping others. “My favorite thing I’ve learnt so far - [New Directions program in Winnipeg helps people by staying rooted in culture](https://newdirections.mb.ca/new-directions-program-in-winnipeg-helps-people-by-staying-rooted-in-culture/) - APTN News - New Directions program in Winnipeg helps people by staying rooted in culture “Five community members gather around the big drum as Knowledge Keeper Chickadee Richard lights a smudge. She offers a lesson on protocols, respect, and they start to sing. This is part of a program at New Directions, a grassroots organization - [Tiffany Schambach featured in Free Press Article](https://newdirections.mb.ca/tiffany-schambach-featured-in-free-press-article/) - Tiffany came to New Directions over ten years ago in our Resources for Adolescent Parents (RAP) program. - [A new rapid housing initiative is being launched in Winnipeg.](https://newdirections.mb.ca/a-new-rapid-housing-initiative-is-being-launched-in-winnipeg/) - WINNIPEG — A new rapid housing initiative is being launched in Winnipeg. Federal Families Minister Ahmed Hussen, Provincial Families Minister Heather Stefanson, and Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman announced funding details on Friday. The federal government is spending $12.5 million on the initiative, and the funds will be divided between five projects. Read the full story - [The Manitoba government is investing $900,000 in a number of initiatives to help stop child sexual exploitation.](https://newdirections.mb.ca/the-manitoba-government-is-investing-900000-in-a-number-of-initiatives-to-help-stop-child-sexual-exploitation/) - Families Minister Rochelle Squires made the announcement in a news release on Tuesday, proclaiming that March 7 to 13 is ‘Stop Child Exploitation Awareness Week’ in Manitoba. “The safety and security of children is a priority for our government, and we are committed to enhancing supports to ensure the best possible outcomes for vulnerable youth, - [Community of Big Hearts Podcast Features Dr. Jennifer Frain](https://newdirections.mb.ca/community-of-big-hearts-podcast-features-dr-jennifer-frain/) - On November 15, 2021, our CEO, Dr. Jennifer Frain was a guest on the Community of Big Hearts Podcast with hosts Stu and Damian. You can also listen to the full podcast episode - [From Classroom to Community: University of Manitoba Law students create document to improve health care access](https://newdirections.mb.ca/from-classroom-to-community-university-of-manitoba-law-students-create-document-to-improve-health-care-access/) - In partnership with New Directions, a group of Law Students from the University of Manitoba created a document that aims to improve access to healthcare for marginalized persons. Lewis Lee, Stefan Leicht, and Lauren Martin are law students at Robson Hall who worked together to create a document detailing the current state of access and - [An Update from Jennifer Frain: Honouring Our Journey](https://newdirections.mb.ca/an-update-from-jennifer-frain-honouring-our-journey/) - Dear friends of New Directions, It is with great pleasure that I write you all to inform of an exciting update in our organization. As we get closer to celebrating the 40th anniversary of our Transition, Education & Resources for Females (TERF) program, it has been renamed to “Honouring Our Journey”. This name was suggested by - [Rebuilding After the Fire](https://newdirections.mb.ca/rebuilding-after-the-fire/) - As the end of 2021 was approaching, the team at New Directions was busy planning a long-awaited return to the office. It had been a two-year period of pandemic restrictions. Staff and the individuals we support were eager to return. And then the unthinkable happened: a fire! Planning suddenly came to a halt on the - [A Gift for the Holidays](https://newdirections.mb.ca/a-gift-for-the-holidays/) - Picture yourself around the Holidays. Some of the things that probably came to mind were family dinners, gifts, maybe an ugly sweater, and probably a warm drink as you share a laugh with the people you love. Some things that probably didn’t come to mind; worrying about where your next meal was coming from, wearing - [Theresa's 285](https://newdirections.mb.ca/theresas-285/) - Volunteering is a selfless act. An act of someone freely giving their time and labour for community service. Volunteering can be a great way to give back to the people around you while lending your expertise to a cause you are passionate about. - [What's New at New Directions? May '22](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-may-22/) - The last week in April was National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and again we want to thank all the amazing volunteers in our organization who selflessly give their time and expertise to making our community better. Theresa is one of those volunteers and throughout Fall 2022, she volunteered 285 hours with several of our Service Areas. - [Provincial Support for Disability Services Impacts New Directions Programs](https://newdirections.mb.ca/provincial-support-for-disability-services-impacts-new-directions-programs/) - The Province of Manitoba announced last week, an investment of nearly $29 million toward supporting disability services and increasing wages of staff that provide them. New Directions has been selected to receive $8 million from this fund, for the development of the two-year Bridge Program for Children and Youth with a disability pilot. The initiative - [Storybook for Ukrainian Families - What's New at New Directions?](https://newdirections.mb.ca/storybook-for-ukrainian-families-whats-new-at-new-directions/) - Storybook Distributed to Refugee Families “We are pleased to contribute to Manitoba's Ukrainian Refugee Reception Centre, a welcome centre for refugees that has already assisted nearly 350 people that were displaced due to the war in Ukraine," says CEO Dr. Jennifer Frain.Physical copies of Big Feelings Come and Go, a storybook created to help caregivers - [National Indigenous Peoples Day - Events & Resources Guide](https://newdirections.mb.ca/national-indigenous-peoples-day-events-resources-guide/) - Events ••••••••••••• Saturday, June 18: • APTN Indigenous Day Live @ The Forks and Live on TV and YouTube | 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. www.indigenousdaylive.ca/winnipeg • Morden National Indigenous Peoples Day @ Lake Minnewasta | 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. www.mymorden.ca/community-events/indigenous-peoples-day Sunday, June 19: • Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at The Assiniboine Park @ - [Support Indigenous Creators](https://newdirections.mb.ca/support-indigenous-creators/) - June is National Indigenous History Month, and today is National Indigenous People’s Day. Today is a opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to truth telling and reconciliation. We’d like to share just a few of the many Indigenous creators, organizations, and resources whose contributions inspire us today and every day. - [2022 Annual Report - What's New at New Directions](https://newdirections.mb.ca/2022-annual-report-whats-new-at-new-directions/) - Read our 2022 Annual Report Our 2022 Annual Report is now available, showcasing our tremendous gratitude towards our staff, the individuals we support, and our community over the past year. It has been a difficult year for everyone, but thanks to our staff, our management team, and our communities, we showed how resilient we can - [Sharing Stories and Learning through Youth](https://newdirections.mb.ca/sharing-stories-and-learning-through-youth/) - For Alex Elewa-ikpakwu, his volunteer experience provided new perspectives on life and the resilience of young people. Alex was involved in a research project with New Directions’ Training Opportunities for Youth program, which offers opportunities and services aimed at supporting youth to gain work skills and join the labour market. Alex was tasked with researching - [Storybook Translation - What's New at New Directions?](https://newdirections.mb.ca/storybook-translation-whats-new-at-new-directions/) - What's New at New Directions? Our staff and the individuals we support have been busy this past month, and we have plenty of good news to share with all of you. a Storybook Translated into Ukrainian & Russian Children experiencing trauma from fleeing the war in Ukraine will be receiving copies of Big Feelings Come and - [Story Book Translated to Ukrainian & Russian](https://newdirections.mb.ca/story-book-translated-to-ukrainian-russian/) - Children experiencing trauma from fleeing the war in Ukraine will be receiving copies of Big Feelings Come and Go, a storybook which helps families understand and manage difficult emotions. This is possible thanks to our partners at The Canadian Centre for Child Protection (C3P), and Suojellaan Lapsia, a Finnish child protection organization, who will provide - [Services Back in Full Swing - What's New at New Directions?](https://newdirections.mb.ca/services-back-in-full-swing-whats-new-at-new-directions/) - We are happy to announce that 6 weeks after the fire at 717 Portage Ave. we have been able to re-locate some core services that were provided at our main site. We will be renting two floors of space at 720 Broadway. Several of our Training, Therapy, and Education programs will be able to resume some - [Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Groups](https://newdirections.mb.ca/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt-groups/) - Our Multidisciplinary Assessment and Consultation Centre (M.A.C.C.) program is offering two Online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) groups for Depression (8 sessions) and for Anxiety (8 sessions). Sessions to begin the week of February 28th 2022, or when the maximum number of individuals signed up has been met. Please see poster for relevant information. Registration is - [What's New at New Directions? February 2022](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-february-2022/) - Update on the Fire at 717 Portage Ave. The fire that devastated our main office last month caused extensive damage throughout the entire building.Thankfully, nobody was hurt, and now the recovery process has begun, but is is going to take months to get back to where we were before. Our staff do a remarkable job - [What's New at New Directions: January '22](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-january-22/) - Fire at Main Office Building Earlier this week our main office at 717 Portage Ave caught fire, causing damage to the eastern half of the main floor. Luckily nobody was injured in the accident, but there was extensive damage done to a portion of our first-floor rooms.As of now, our building is inaccessible to staff and community - [What's New at New Directions: December 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-december-2021/) - What's New at New Directions? At New Directions, we work hard to help individuals supported by our programs. Find out all the great stuff our staff and the individuals we support have been up to this past month! Teragy Program Receives Wheelchair Van Good things come to those who wait! Our Adult Day Services Program, - [What's New at New Directions? November 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-november-2021/) - We are always busy giving the best services we have to offer individuals in our community. Find out what we've been up to. - [November Trainings & Workshops](https://newdirections.mb.ca/november-trainings-workshops/) - Check out the Trainings and Workshops we are offering in November. Using Attachment as a Lens for Child Welfare Practice Nov. 4 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.This 3 hour workshop will deepen the understanding of attachment patterns in our clients, using Circle of Security as a model to understand our role in assisting our - [What's New at New Directions? October 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-october-2021/) - What's New at New Directions? This back-to-school season has been a busy time at New Directions, but our staff have been hard at work providing the best supports possible to our community. Here some just a few of the things going on in New Directions: a Resources for Adolescent Parents (RAP) Goes Back to School - [National Day for Truth & Reconciliation 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/national-day-for-truth-reconciliation/) - On September 29th, we hosted an event in recognition of National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. Over 100 people we support, staff, and community members showed up in celebration and remembrance of September 30th. Joyce Delaronde and Skinny Kookoo, who previously hosted the Indigenous Comedy Festival ‘All My Relations’ in Winnipeg, were the Emcees for - [Fighting Against Food Insecurity](https://newdirections.mb.ca/fighting-against-food-insecurity/) - Nearly 200,000 Manitobans experience food insecurity daily. That means roughly 14 per cent of all Manitobans cannot afford healthy food, or in many cases, any food at all.[1] Many struggle to put food on the table for their children and families, and those who can are often forced to resort to cheap, unhealthy food - [Congrats to 30+ Years!](https://newdirections.mb.ca/congrats-to-30-years/) - Today we want to recognize our staff who have been with us for 30+ years. - [Congrats to 20 & 25 Years](https://newdirections.mb.ca/congrats-to-20-25-years/) - Today we want to recognize our staff who have been with us for 20 & 25 years. - [Celebrating 10 & 15 Years of Service](https://newdirections.mb.ca/celebrating-10-15-years-of-service/) - Today we want to recognize our staff who have been with us for 10 & 15 years. - [ND Property Services: Giving People a Chance](https://newdirections.mb.ca/nd-property-services-giving-people-a-chance/) - Everyone deserves a chance. A chance to grow, a chance to work, and a chance to be a part of something. - [Creating Lasting Connections in Community Homes](https://newdirections.mb.ca/creating-lasting-connections-in-community-homes/) - Every child deserves love, support, relationships, and fun, no matter how they behave or where they come from. Justin Ducharme, 31, is one person who believes this wholeheartedly, doing whatever he can to positively influence a child’s life. The children who live in New Directions’ Community Homes often come from troubling backgrounds, with caregivers who - [Café 6 Catering Menu](https://newdirections.mb.ca/cafe-6-catering-menu/) - Send us your order at (204) 772-2623 or email us at Café6@newdirections.mb.ca - [Ralph's Road to Independent Living](https://newdirections.mb.ca/ralphs-road-to-independent-living/) - Having a place to call home is a basic need often taken for granted by many. For Ralph Erb, 32, this is something he wouldn’t be able to have and maintain without the help of New Directions’ Supported Independent Living services. Ralph started in the Trails program with New Directions, a group home service for - [Steven's Commitment to Helping Adults Live Full, Independent Lives](https://newdirections.mb.ca/stevens-commitment-to-helping-adults-live-full-independent-lives/) - Steven Stevenson says he was instantly drawn to New Directions’ strong community, warm environment, and supportive staff at his practicum with us 7 years ago. He studied at Red River College in the Family Support Worker Program and hoped that his hard work would pay off so he could stay on with New Directions in - [Sabrina Supports Adult Home Share](https://newdirections.mb.ca/sabrina-supports-adult-home-share/) - From Jets games to financial freedom, Sabrina Ferreira De Paula-Morier helps individuals living in New Directions’ Adult Home Share service follow their dreams, whatever the size. “I’m here for you,” is what she tells every individual she supports. As a case manager for the Adult Home Share service, she oversees 18 different homes with people - [Ed's Pursuit of Happiness](https://newdirections.mb.ca/eds-pursuit-of-happiness/) - Resiliency and the pursuit of happiness have been the theme of Ed Dovidua’s life and overall experience with New Directions. Ed’s wants and needs are not much different than anyone else’s, but he often faces challenges when trying to meet simple, everyday goals. As a teenager, he was kicked out of his home by his - [Thanks to You, Alex has a Winter Jacket](https://newdirections.mb.ca/thanks-to-you-alex-has-a-winter-jacket/) - You step outside into an unusually cold Manitoba winter, and you’re met with the customary bone-chilling breeze. The shiver that runs through you is followed by one of the ensembles of complaints about the weather, and the longing for warm summer sun and green grass fill your mind. You might not enjoy the long, cold - [Two Year Covid-19 Update](https://newdirections.mb.ca/two-year-covid-19-update/) - Two years ago, Covid-19 changed life at New Directions. The world is a different place since 2020, full of new challenges and hardships, but our staff and service providers have met those challenges head-on. Services have gone from in-person to virtual, and back again with varying levels of capacity, and our staff have managed to - [Update on fire at 717 Portage Ave. Office](https://newdirections.mb.ca/update-on-fire-at-717-portage-ave-office/) - Good afternoon everyone! As you may already know, the fire at our main office site, at 717 Portage Avenue on January 3rd has resulted in significant damage. Half of the first floor was incinerated and has been off limits to staff since the day of the fire. The smoke from the fire centred in the - [Mailing Address Change](https://newdirections.mb.ca/mailing-address-change/) - For the time being, our mailing address has changed until operations out of our main office can resume. For now, all mail can be sent to: New Directions 574 Erin Street Winnipeg, MB R3G 2V9 - [Fire at 717 Portage Office](https://newdirections.mb.ca/fire-at-717-portage-office/) - URGENT UPDATE! Earlier today we had a fire on the first floor of our main office at 717 Portage Ave. Thankfully, nobody was injured in the fire. We do not have a full idea of the damage at this time, but we are going to keep the main office closed until further notice. We thank - [Celebrating Years of Service, 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/celebrating-years-of-service-2021/) - Every year in November, we host a Years of Service Recognition event. We show our support and appreciation to every staff member who has been with New Directions for 5, 10, 15, years and up, in five-year increments. Unfortunately, an in-person event is not a possibility this year, so we wanted to show our appreciation - [October Trainings & Workshops](https://newdirections.mb.ca/55060-2/) - Check out October’s upcoming trainings and workshops we are offering.The Seven Keys to Good Case ManagementOct. 6 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.Good case management will provide an organization with the basis for ethical practice for maintaining and improving quality of service.More Info: https://newdirections.mb.ca/project/the-seven-keys-to-good-case-management/ aBarriers & Pathways to Connecting with AdolescentsOct. 7 - 9 a.m. - [September '21 News](https://newdirections.mb.ca/september-21-news/) - This past summer has been busy within New Direction, and our Service Areas are slowly opening up and adapting to new Public Health Guidelines. - [Trainings & Workshops - Sept. 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/trainings-workshops-sept-2021/) - Check out September’s upcoming trainings we are offering. - [Gwayakotam - Find Out The Truth](https://newdirections.mb.ca/gwayakotam/) - A collection of news stories, articles, videos and more... - [We Stand in Solidarity](https://newdirections.mb.ca/we-stand-in-solidarity/) - We stand in solidarity with our relatives and Indigenous Families across Turtle Island, on the discovery of the mass grave of 215 children. The Residential School survivors and family members of the children who never made it home had long suspected there were children buried on the school grounds and tried for many years to find them. On Victoria Day long weekend, a ground penetrating radar - [Trainings Offered: June 2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/trainings-offered-june-2021/) - There are currently two trainings being offered in June 2021 Critical Thinking in Case Management This three hour presentation is about looking beneath the surface of knowledge and reason in order to see how that knowledge and reason is distorted in an unequal and exploitative society Dates offered: June 8, 2021 from 1:00 - 4:00 - [Parenting in Difficult Times: A Resource for Parents](https://newdirections.mb.ca/parenting-in-difficult-times-a-resource-for-parents/) - [Become a Mentor Landlord](https://newdirections.mb.ca/become-a-mentor-landlord/) - New Directions welcomes applications for Mentor Landlord year-round in Children Home Services within New Directions. Mentor Landlord stream is dedicated to support young people aging out of care and transitioning out of Child and Family Services. It is a critical period in a young person’s life when they need their independence to be respected and - [Help New Directions in The Winnipeg Foundation Centennial River Trail Contest](https://newdirections.mb.ca/help-new-directions-in-the-winnipeg-foundation-centennial-river-trail-contest/) - You’re invited to explore the historical Forks area and find signs featuring three gold coins and enter for chance to help your favourite registered charity. It’s easy to do! Take a selfie at a gold coin location.Post your photo on your social media, follow The Winnipeg Foundation on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, and tag your - [New Training Opportunity: Putting the pieces together: Teachers finding balance through COVID](https://newdirections.mb.ca/new-training-opportunity-putting-the-pieces-together-teachers-finding-balance-through-covid/) - Putting the pieces together: Teachers finding balance through COVID Description: The demands and the amount of information to cope with the pandemic can be overwhelming! Lists of general recommendations and suggestions have been flooding in inboxes and the possibility of feeling better may seem unattainable. People can feel with everything they need to do, one - [Covid-19: Changes to Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/covid-19-changes-to-services/) - Our staff have been working tirelessly to make sure our homes and programs are safe for both staff and participants. This has not been easy, but our incredible staff have done all they can to make sure everyone is as safe and healthy as possible - [Years of Service Recognition](https://newdirections.mb.ca/years-of-service-recognition/) - Every year in November, we host a Years of Service Recognition event. We show our support and appreciation to every staff member who has been with New Directions for 5, 10, 15, years and up, in five-year increments. - [The Compass: Charting New Directions Autumn 2020](https://newdirections.mb.ca/the-compass-charting-new-directions-autumn-2020/) - Reorg 2.0 At the beginning of 2018, New Directions undertook its biggest reorganization in 135 years. - [Home Share Providers](https://newdirections.mb.ca/home-share-providers/) - Please download and read through all of the below documents. If you believe being a Home Share Provider is right for you, fill in the applications and send them with a resume and cover letter to: - [Opportunities for Foster Families](https://newdirections.mb.ca/opportunities-for-foster-families/) - At New Directions, we offer person-centered, family focused supports that are rooted in values of cultural integrity. Our Child Home Supports service area uses an intensive case management - [Join the New Directions Team to help United Way Raise $100,000!](https://newdirections.mb.ca/join-the-new-directions-team-to-help-united-way-raise-100000/) - United Way is running their Walk This Way event to raise $100,000. - [Big News - Big Feelings Come and Go is now an audio book](https://newdirections.mb.ca/big-news-big-feelings-come-and-go-is-now-an-audio-book/) - We are pleased to tell you that Big Feelings Come and Go is now available as a FREE Video Read Aloud book! - [Supported Independent Living Addresses Homelessness, Addiction, & Mental Illness in Winnipeg](https://newdirections.mb.ca/supported-independent-living-addresses-homelessness-addiction-mental-illness-in-winnipeg/) - The Supported Independent Living Resource Centre is usually bustling with activity from Winnipeggers. You can find adults of all backgrounds coming together at 514 St. Mary Avenue to play games, sit and talk, eat, use computers, connect with Community Resource Workers, and access a variety of resources. New Directions’ Supported Independent Living services helps and - [New Directions' Float  Wins 2015 Best Representation of "Evolution Theme" at the Pride Festival Parade](https://newdirections.mb.ca/new-directions-float-wins-2015-best-representation-of-evolution-theme-at-the-pride-festival-parade/) - [What's New at New Directions? November '21](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats-new-at-new-directions-november-21/) - [Assistant Coordinator - AHS](https://newdirections.mb.ca/assistant-coordinator-ahs/) - Assistant CoordinatorRegular, Full-TimeAdult Home SharePosting # NV-AHS-01-21 a New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults and Families is a non-profit, community-based organization that provides a diverse range of supports to individuals in a variety of settings. We deliver individualized services that foster the hopes and dreams of people and their communities. Adult Home Share (AHS) is - [Unit Supervisor - SCH](https://newdirections.mb.ca/unit-supervisor-sch/) - Unit SupervisorRegular, Full-timeNIT SUPERVISOR Regular, Full-Time SUPPORTED CLUSTER HOUSING POSTING #MR-CLUS-032-22 New Directions is a non-profit social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that provide supports in a variety of settings and foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities. Supported Cluster Housing provides 24/7 support to individuals living in community - [Case Manager](https://newdirections.mb.ca/case-manager/) - CASE MANAGER (Regular Full time) CULTURE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people’s hopes and dreams in their communities. Transition, Education and Resources for Females is one of the many service areas within Culture, Education and Training at New Directions. ## Pages - [Home Page](https://newdirections.mb.ca/) - Explore OurServices Adult Services Therapy & Clinical Services Child Home Services Regional Services Culture, Education & Training Services Search All Donate Today New Directions offers many programs and services that support thousands of Manitobans. From assisted living for children, youth, and adults, to counselling, job training, and Indigenous cultural teachings. Your donation, no matter the - [Workshops](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshops/) - Workshops are a learning opportunity for family, caregivers or professionals to learn, understand and support children, youth, adults and families in our community. All workshops listed can be ready to present virtually or in-person. We are open to developing additionaltraining upon request. Please view each workshop for additional information and contact information. Featured Workshops Available - [Enterprises](https://newdirections.mb.ca/enterprises/) - Need an event catered, or help with a move? New Directions runs several social enterprises that can assist: Bright Path Enterprises offers catering, printing, skate sharpening, and lawn care. And, Alternative Moving Solutions is a moving and cleaning business. We hire people who currently receive support from our agency and from partner organizations. What is - [Adult Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/browse-all-of-our-services/adult-home-support-services/) - Filter By Adult Services Child Home Services Culture, Education & Training Services Therapy & Clinical Services Regional Services See All Services Adult Services are a variety of programs that work to improve the quality of life of people living with a disability and/or mental health issues. Each program uses a person-centred approach where we take - [Donate Today](https://newdirections.mb.ca/donate-today/) - With your support, we are making a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable in our community. Your donation, no matter the amount, will directly benefit the over 3,000 individuals we serve. From all of us at New Directions, Thank You for your generosity! "People often underestimate others or hold them back, or tell - [Adult Home Share Provider](https://newdirections.mb.ca/join-us/adult-home-share-provider/) - Adult Home Share pairs adults living with disabilities that require residential supports, with home share providers (HSP). Individuals are matched based on a number of factors including compatibility, shared interests, lifestyles and HSP’s skills. The aim is to provide an array of choices to people supported and, once a match is found, create a home - [About Us](https://newdirections.mb.ca/about-us/) - In 1885, a group of concerned women noticed children in need on the streets of Winnipeg. That moment sparked the creation of the Children’s Home of Winnipeg. Since that beginning, New Directions has continued to evolve and adapt to the changing needs of our community. Today, we support over 3,000 individuals across our many programs. - [Culture, Education & Training Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/browse-all-of-our-services/culture-education-service/) - Filter By Adult Services Child Home Services Culture, Education & Training Services Therapy & Clinical Services Regional Services See All Services New Directions offers four supportive areas related to culture, education, and training: Honouring Our Journey, Opikihiwawin, Resources for Adolescent Parents (R.A.P), and Training Opportunities for Youth. These programs offer culturally sensitive education and training - [Join Us](https://newdirections.mb.ca/join-us/) - Join Us Grid Careers Volunteer Student Practicum & Research Adult Home Share Provider Care Provider - [Careers](https://newdirections.mb.ca/join-us/careers/) - New Directions is a great place to work! We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in both service delivery and in the workplace. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the people we support and contributes to new ideas. Apply Today We welcome applications from: Indigenous peoples members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community people - [Our Impact](https://newdirections.mb.ca/about-us/our-impact/) - Our programs focus on fostering independence, inclusion, and personal growth. We empower people and families to lead fulfilling lives. We do this through innovative and personal approaches to care. Our commitment to the most vulnerable has made us a key resource in Winnipeg and Manitoba. Annual Reports Learn more about New Directions and read an - [Our Leadership](https://newdirections.mb.ca/about-us/our-leadership/) - Executive Committee of the Board of Directors Board of Directors CEO Senior Directors - [Accessibility](https://newdirections.mb.ca/about-us/accessibility/) - At New Directions, we are committed to following The Accessibility for Manitobans Act, including the standards for Customer Service and Employment. New Directions is committed to advocating for an abiding by the accessibility standards within the Accessibility for Manitobans Act. These actions and services reflect New Directions’ values of integrity, honour, wholeness, and respect. Customer - [Contact Us](https://newdirections.mb.ca/contact-us/) - We would love to hear from you. If you have a question about our services, or want to know more about what we do, please reach out anytime. Contact P 204–786–7051 F 204–774–6468 EMAIL+ Head Office 717 Portage Ave.Winnipeg, MB R3G 0M8 Donor Inquiries For information, or to make a donation over the phone, please - [Our History](https://newdirections.mb.ca/about-us/our-history/) - Beginning 1885 Founded as a home for “destitute” and “unwanted” children by the Christian Women’s Union. 1915 The Tuxedo home on 621 Academy opens its doors. 1924 Manitoba Government passes Child Welfare Act. The Children’s Aid Society (CAS) is formed (Child and Family Services). 1940 Foster care leads to the depopulation of the "Home." 1945 - [Child Home Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/browse-all-of-our-services/child-home-support/) - Filter By Adult Services Child Home Services Culture, Education & Training Services Therapy & Clinical Services Regional Services See All Services At New Directions, we support children and youth through a variety of programs. This support varies depending on their needs, and may include re-connecting with family or loved ones, living on their own or - [Browse All of Our Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/browse-all-of-our-services/) - Filter By Adult Services Child Home Services Culture, Education & Training Services Therapy & Clinical Services Regional Services See All Services Etiam accumsan elementum lacinia. Suspendisse bibendum ipsum velit, non blandit augue ornare in. Sed vel lorem ibendum ipsum velit, non blandit augue ornare in. Can’t find what you’re looking for? 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Our goal is to increase opportunities in rural regions by providing services in communities where people that require support - [Care Provider](https://newdirections.mb.ca/join-us/care-provider/) - Do you want to make a difference in the life of children or youth by supporting them in your home, working as part of a vibrant team, with a goal of reunification? We are currently looking for some wonderful humans to become care providers, formerly known as foster parents. Family Connections is a Child Home - [Volunteer](https://newdirections.mb.ca/join-us/volunteer/) - Volunteering with New Directions offers meaningful opportunities to connect with community members in Manitoba. Individuals supported by New Directions want the same things as anyone else, to make meaningful connections with others and enjoy shared interests and activities. 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Her career has spanned the agriculture and technology industries, where she has developed a strong foundation in financial leadership and strategic collaboration. From a young age, Anita has been deeply connected to - [Jennifer Waytiuk](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jennifer-waytiuk/) - Jennifer Waytiuk is an Indigenous Early Childhood Educator with decades of experience in nurturing children and supporting fellow educators. A passionate advocate for strong relationships in early learning, she shares her knowledge through conference workshops and as a certified Circle of Security Facilitator, helping others understand the importance of secure attachments in a child's development. - [Rhonda Taylor](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/rhonda-taylor-2/) - Rhonda has worked and volunteered in the not-for-profit sector for the last 20 years. The focus of her work has been in key priority areas that include education, literacy, food security, ending violence against women, truth and reconciliation and now career development. Her work is done in relationship and genuine partnership with individuals and communities - [Andrea Auch, OT Reg (MB)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/andrea-auch-ot-reg-mb/) - Andrea Auch O.T. Reg. (MB), began working in the FASD Family Support, Education, and Counselling program in 2003 and has worked as a Counsellor and Occupational Therapist. She received a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Recreation Management, and Occupational Therapy from University of Manitoba. Included in her experience is working in the mental health - [Devra Buhler, BA](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/devra-buhler-ba/) - Devra Buhler, B.A. has worked as a Counsellor with the FASD Family Support, Education and Counselling Program since 2016. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Psychology from Brandon University before starting her 20-year career in Social Services. Devra has worked with children, youth, and families in a wide range of capacities - [Anita Posaluko, BSW, RSW](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/anita-posaluko-bsw-rsw/) - Anita Posaluko, BSW, RSW is Coordinator of the FASD Family Support, Education and Counselling program. She obtained her Bachelor of Social work degree from the University of Manitoba in 1997 and has over 30 years experience working with children, youth, and families within the helping profession. In her first 15 years with the program she - [Dr. Alicia Ordóñez, C.Psych.](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-alicia-ordonez-c-psych/) - Dr. Alicia Ordóñez, C.Psych., received a double Master’s Degree in Clinical and Educational Psychology and a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from Ball State University in Indiana, USA. She completed her internship at the University of Manitoba’s Student Counselling Centre and Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg. She is a registered psychologist and has worked with children, youth, - [Jenna Sparling](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jenna-sparling/) - [Gilles LaMontagne](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/gilles-lamontagne/) - [Joanne Brown, RSW](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/joanne-brown/) - Joanne Brown has been a clinical social worker for close to 30 years, 26 of those at New Directions, always working with families who are struggling to overcome past trauma, current functioning struggles and parent all at the same time. Joanne has trained extensively in many modalities of attachment, in particular, Circle of Security, and - [Karen Taylor, ECE III](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/karen-taylor-ece-iii/) - [Jenna Seguin, MMFT](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jenna-seguin-mmft/) - [Heather Robertson, RSW, MMFT](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/heather-robertson-rsw-mmft/) - [Gerardo Acebo](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/gerardo-acebo/) - [Dr. Sarah Germain](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-sarah-germain/) - Dr. Sarah Germain, C.Psych Candidate, offers an integrative therapy experience drawing from Psychodynamic, Attachment, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Client-Centered approaches. Her clinical interests include working with individuals with mood or anxiety concerns, trauma related symptoms, life adjustment, stress management, grief, and anger. Sarah has experience with helping couples who are in conflict, and - [Ibrahim Raji](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/antonio-villegas/) - Ibrahim Raji is our new Staff Representative to the Board of Directors. Ibrahim brings over six years of experience as a Support Worker and volunteer in Nigeria and the United Kingdom (UK), where he also served as a Board of Trustees member for Hull University Students’ Union (HUSU). Since joining New Directions’ Shift Staffed Homes in - [David Brand, CPA, CMA, CIA, CISA (retired)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/david-brand-cpa-cma-cia-cisa-retired/) - David Brand, CPA, CMA, CIA, CISA (retired) has been an Instructor with Red River College since August 2019 following a 35 year career in industry, including 10 years in public practice, 15 years in retail, and 8 years in the transportation sector. Volunteering in various capacities has been a great passion of David’s since his - [Dr. Harsha Kamatham](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-harsha-kamatham/) - Dr. Kamatham is an Assistant Professor at the University of Manitoba. He received a B.Tech. (Mechanical Engineering) from the REC Calicut India, an M.B.A. (Marketing) from the IIT Madras India, and a Ph.D. (Management Science) from the University of Texas at Dallas. Before joining academia, Harsha worked for over 9 years in the industry as - [Aveeve McLaughlin](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/aveeve-mclaughlin/) - Aveeve McLaughlin is a social worker in private practice specializing in trauma work. Aveeve graduated with a Masters of Social Work from the University of Manitoba in 2012 and over the past 15+ years Aveeve has worked for many community social service agencies in both frontline and therapeutic roles. This includes working for the T.E.R.F - [Chuck Groening](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/chuck-groening/) - Chuck Groening is an active member of the Manitoba Association of registered social workers having worked with New Directions for the past 30 years. During this time, he has worked as a clinical case manager and a training coordinator, developing and implementing workshops ranging from topics such as anti homophobia education, case management skills as - [Dr. Lindsay Woods](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-lindsay-woods/) - Dr. Lindsay Woods is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and the Director of Clinical Services with the Multidisciplinary Assessment and Consultation Centre (MACC). She has worked at New Directions since 2015, starting as the Clinical Administrator in Community Homes for Children service area. She then took on the role of Manager of Clinical Supports in Home… - [Cheyanne Weyman](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/cheyanne-weyman/) - [Nicole Heibert](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/nicole-heibert/) - [Veronica Barros](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/veronica-barros/) - [Jochebed Geisbrecht](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jochebed-geisbrecht/) - [Sarah Cummings](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/sarah-cummings-msw-rsw/) - [Hailey Nykoluk, BA Psychology](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/hailey-nykoluk-ba-psychology/) - [Dr. Jennifer Frain, C.Psych.](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-jennifer-frain-c-psych/) - Dr. Jennifer Frain, C. Psych., came to New Directions in 2001 as a Clinical Psychologist serving as the Coordinator of Programs and Evaluations & Manitoba Learning Centre. She then held several other Director level positions before she was appointed as the CEO in 2006. Jennifer received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Concordia University in - [Ingrid Dowan ](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/7913/) - Ingrid is the Co-Founder, Director, Legal Liaison, Financial Operations for one of two Program Coordinators for the CFR. She also sits on the Advisory Committee. She is one of the Co-Chairs for the Honouring Indigenous People committee for Rotary Club. - [Allie Moar](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/allie-moar/) - Allie Moar is a lawyer at MLT Aikins LLP, receiving her Juris Doctor from the University of Manitoba in 2021. Prior to attending law school, Allie attended St. John’s University on an athletic scholarship and obtained her Bachelor of Science in 2018. Allie is an active volunteer within her community, with a passion for the advocacy of Indigenous peoples. Allie is excited for - [Dana Bowcott](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dana-bowcott/) - Dana Bowcott is a Community Resource Worker for Supported Independent Living. She has experience in social services at organizations like Marymound, DASCH, and New Directions, and been vocal about advocating for helping individuals with disabilities and marginalized youth. She enjoys spending time with family, cooking, gardening, and fostering adult individuals. She is dedicated to being a - [Bernie Klippenstein, BA (Hons), MSW](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/bernie-klippenstein/) - Bernie Klippenstein began his career as a childcare worker and mental health therapist and has been a family therapist and clinician with New Directions for 30 years. He has offered ongoing training for front line workers and child welfare workers for the duration of his time at New Directions. His clinical work with families is - [Tereza Gomes, MSc., MA, CCC](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/tereza-gomes/) - Tereza Gomes brings a passion to her teaching and years of learning from her many life teachers. She has taught in all 3 levels of the 21-week Family Systems Training offered to Child and Family Services Workers, has been a Family Therapist at New Directions since 1995, and has worked as a Child Protection Worker. - [Sandy Fotty, MMFT](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/sandy-fotty-mmft/) - [Samantha Suche, B.H. Ecol](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/samantha-suche-b-h-ecol/) - [Megan McEwan](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/megan-mcewan/) - [Kristine Pau, RMFT-S](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/kristine-pau/) - Kristine Pau is a clinician with the Family Therapy Services Program at New Directions. She has a Bachelor of Science from the University of the Philippines and a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Winnipeg. Kristine uses an Attachment and Trauma-informed approach in her work with individuals, couples and families. She - [Kate McGinn, M.Ed](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/kate-mcginn-m-ed/) - [Jayne Van de Zaag, RMFT-SM](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jayne-van-de-zaag-rmft-sm/) - [Janelle Hebb, RMFT-S](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/janelle-hebb-rmft-s/) - [Cori Reimer, RMFT-S](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/cori-reimer-rmft-s/) - [Barb Wood](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/barb-wood/) - [Kim Chute, MSW](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/kim-chute-msw/) - [Carolin Vesely, MMFT](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/carolin-vesely-mmft/) - [Lorena Dilim, O.T. Reg. (MB)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/lorena-dilim-o-t-reg-mb/) - [Dr. Tracie Parkinson](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-tracie-parkinson/) - [Elizabeth Schwersensky, B.Comm. (Hons.), CPHR](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/elizabeth-schwersensky/) - Elizabeth Schwersensky, CPHR, joined New Directions in 2016 as the Director of Human Resources. This followed her experience leading the HR function at other non-profit organizations in Manitoba. As the current Senior Director of Organizational and Human Resources, Elizabeth has seen her portfolio expand to include oversight of business resources, students and volunteers, and training - [Sarah-Jane Marquez-Hicks, B.H.Ecol., CPA, CMA](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/sarah-jane-marquez-hicks-b-h-ecol-cpa-cma/) - Sarah-Jane is a first generation Canadian borne from working class immigrants. Sarah-Jane’s service to the community began after graduating from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor of Human Ecology, majoring in Family Studies. Soon after graduating, Sarah-Jane worked in community education with Klinic Community Health Centre and with the Norway House Cree Nation. With - [Dr. Charmayne Dubé, OT (C)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/dr-charmayne-dube-ot-c/) - Dr. Charmayne Dubé, OT (C), began her career as a Direct Service Worker within Adult Day Services at New Directions (then Children’s Home of Winnipeg) in 1988. Upon return from practicing Occupational Therapy in the US, she provided home based OT and mental health rehabilitation supports through Community Therapy Services in Winnipeg. In 2001, she - [Darlene Daniels](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/darlene-daniels/) - Darlene Daniels, Anishinew (Ojicree) Garden Hill First Nation, started working in the agency in 2001 as a Program Manager of Opikihiwawin. Then later as a Senior Director, supervising the Cultural, Education and Training services of the agency. Prior to coming to New Directions, Darlene was the Executive Director of Anishinaabe Oway-Ishi, an Indigenous youth training - [Averill Stephenson](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/averill-stephenson/) - Averill Stephenson joined the New Directions Board in 2022 and is Co-Chair on the Respectful Workplace Committee. She has devoted her career to the not-for-profit sector with 20+ years in programming, community development, and fundraising across fitness, health, and disability sectors. With a commitment to community development Averill has a passion for bringing people together - [Jennifer Sokal](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jennifer-sokal/) - Jennifer Sokal is an associate lawyer at MLT Aikins LLP. She obtained her Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Commerce degrees from the University of Manitoba in 2019 and 2016, respectively. Jenn has had numerous volunteer interests and is particularly passionate about the advocacy of women’s rights and equality. She is grateful for the opportunity to - [Kelly Hudson](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/kelly-hudson/) - Kelly Hudson is a CPA, CMA, and Senior Manager at Richardson International Limited. With over two decades of experience in finance and technology, Kelly is passionate about harnessing the potential of data and modern technologies to benefit both profit and non-profit organizations. When Kelly isn’t immersed in her professional role, she is a dedicated mother of - [Wendy Bloomfield](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/wendy-bloomfield/) - Wendy retired in 2014 from the Department of Family Services, after having worked 17 years in Adult Services and the Agency Accountability and Support Unit. Wendy has been an elected school trustee since 1983 and has been the Chair of Seine River School Division since 1990. Working as a community volunteer has always been an - [Jim Court, FCPA, FCMA, TEP](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jim-court-fcpa-fcma-tep/) - Jim Court, FCPA, FCMA, TEP, was the principal partner of Court, Filopoulos & Associates CMA Ltd. since obtaining his designation in 1985. In 2015 he merged the practice with F H Black and is remaining with the new firm as an associate. Jim has over 40 years of experience in public practice and in 2007 he - [Carolyn Strutt](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/carolyn-strutt/) - Carolyn Strutt is a retired Social Worker who worked in the mental health field for 40 years. Her work career spanned positions and roles as a clinical therapist, community organizer and developer, program researcher and developer, and health care administrator. She has a deep commitment to social justice, equity and advocacy for individuals and disadvantaged - [Savanna Roulston](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/savanna-roulston/) - Bio coming soon. - [Heather Patterson](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/heather-patterson/) - Bio coming soon. - [Jaclyn Fallis](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/jaclyn-fallis/) - Bio coming soon. - [Timothy Smith](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/timothy-smith-8/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Aenean eu tellus vel libero venenatis tristique. Mauris ultricies ultrices interdum. Curabitur cursus lacus ligula, sed pretium lacus placerat sed. Etiam auctor fringilla ex, ac hendrerit arcu malesuada tristique. Aenean vitae lacinia nibh, eget malesuada est. Vivamus sapien ante, facilisis id tincidunt eget, dignissim at nibh. Vivamus - [Timothy Smith](https://newdirections.mb.ca/team_member/timothy-smith-2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Aenean eu tellus vel libero venenatis tristique. Mauris ultricies ultrices interdum. Curabitur cursus lacus ligula, sed pretium lacus placerat sed. Etiam auctor fringilla ex, ac hendrerit arcu malesuada tristique. Aenean vitae lacinia nibh, eget malesuada est. Vivamus sapien ante, facilisis id tincidunt eget, dignissim at nibh. Vivamus ## Workshop - [ADHD](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/adhd/) - The M.A.C.C. team presents an in depth look at Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In this presentation, the M.A.C.C. team will explore: The diagnosis of ADHD and its different presentations The relationship between ADHD and other mental health and health conditions Strategies for support and accommodations that could be helpful Come and join in the conversation. Brought - [Beyond Coping in Relationships](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/beyond-coping-in-relationships/) - Beyond Coping in Relationships enhances the relationship with families clinicians support, with colleagues, and with your own family members. The workshop will help you identify your survival coping patterns and the strengths hidden in them. It will allow you to take the next step of relating to the families you support from a place of inner - [Barriers & Pathways to Connecting with Adolescents](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/barriers-pathways-to-connecting-with-adolescents/) - This three-hour workshop explores patterns of behaviors parents or professional helpers engage in that create barriers when connecting with adolescents. Ways in which relational ruptures can be repaired and connection can be restored will be discussed to present a path towards cultivating strong and healthy relationships. Anyone with adolescents in their lives can benefit from - [Understanding Adolescents: Using Attachment to Support Adolescent Development](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/understanding-adolescents-using-attachment-to-support-adolescent-development/) - Recognize the importance of parent-adolescent attachment while navigating parenthood or as a professional helper. Adolescent development will be explored to demystify the teenage years and help adults identify the specific roles they need to fulfill to meet the needs of the youth they support. Anyone who supports youth, and would like to experience a different - [You Are the Strategy!](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/you-are-the-strategy/) - Gain a deeper understanding of a child’s attachment strategy. This three-hour workshop is designed for those who care for children, primarily foster parents but also support workers, and those who directly support children in caregiving. Using material from attachment and Circle of Security, participants will gain an understanding of a child’s attachment strategy for staying - [Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Strategies for Support](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-strategies-for-support/) - OCD can present with symptoms like unwanted, intrusive and repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and behavioural rituals (compulsions) that feel urgent and impact daily life. OCD is a common, and often misunderstood mental health diagnosis. This training includes information regarding: Diagnosis in adults and youth Assessment and treatment of OCD Strategies for support for parents, caregivers or - [Making Sense of Trauma: Practical Tools for Responding to Children and Youth](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/making-sense-of-trauma-practical-tools-for-responding-to-children-and-youth/) - Making Sense of Trauma: Practical Tools for Responding to Children and Youth is comprised of two separate training opportunities.* A one-day, in-person workshop for anyone who works with children or youth. In this workshop, participants learn how to use a trauma-informed perspective to better understand the relational, neurobiological and developmental impact of trauma on children, youth and - [Foundations in Person Centered Work](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/foundations-in-person-centered-work/) - Foundations in person centered work is a 3 hour introduction into the core values, beliefs and skills needed for staff working with children or adults. In the 3 hours we discuss: How our values/bias/culture and experiences impact how we interact with the world around us. How empathy versus judgement can create safe spaces for the - [Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/oppositional-defiance-disorder-odd/) - Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) can be a common mental health diagnosis given to children in care. But what does this mean? This presentation will explore these “oppositional” behaviours, reframe them from a trauma-informed lens, and explore how they help a child survive and cope. Intervention strategies from a strength-based perspective will be discussed. Presented by - [The Seven Keys to Good Case Management](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/the-seven-keys-to-good-case-management/) - Grow your organization's knowledge of ethical practice while maintaining and improving quality of service. Empathy based person centered language The role of the case manager in the social service system Developing a person centered support plan Developing a cohesive model for assessment Direct and indirect functions of case management The importance in ongoing monitoring and - [Critical Thinking in Case Management](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/critical-thinking-in-case-management/) - Learn critical information to improve quality of care, what details are required and unpack personal bias. We will discuss how critical thinking skills in case management can help: Organize and analysis information in order to improve quality of care Determine what information is relevant to improve outcomes Better understand the narrative of person supported Gain - [Towards Independence](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/towards-independence/) - Towards Independence is a two-hour workshop facilitated by a registered occupational therapist. This workshop is about strategies to help individuals become more engaged, independent, self-sufficient, and reach their potential. Foundational beliefs about independence for neurodiverse people will be discussed and include hands-on teaching strategies for how to support someone to develop and practice new skills. - [Using An Attachment Lens for Child Welfare Practice](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/using-an-attachment-lens-for-child-welfare-practice/) - Deepen your understanding of attachment patterns using Circle of Security as a model to understand our role in assisting clients, and the clients’ defenses against our interventions. This three-hour workshop will inform case planning decisions for the children of concern plus the adult clients. It is aimed at front-line child welfare workers and their supervisors, - [Strategic Engagement: Creating a More Meaningful Focus with Families](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop/strategic-engagement-creating-a-more-meaningful-focus-with-families/) - Dive deeper into the self-defeating solutions families attempt and ways this can confuse and distract helpers from establishing constructive working contracts with them. It will identify frequently encountered “process traps” and explore ways to increase maneuverability in creating a useful therapeutic focus. Objectives: To use new frames to increase parents’ receptiveness to consider alternative approaches ## Service - [FASD Family Support, Education and Counselling Program](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/fasd-family-support-education-and-counselling-program/) - The FASD Family Support program offers community-based services for families whose children and youth have challenges with development, learning, behaviour, or difficulty managing daily life tasks. The program works together with individuals with FASD and families to understand the strengths and challenges of FASD while exploring meaningful ways to provide support. What is FASD: Definition - [Family Therapy Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/family-therapy-services/) - Family Therapy Services provides a variety of supports through therapy, consultation and training. Parents/caregivers are the most important people in their children’s life and can expect to be actively involved in therapy. As of Dec 1st, our FT waitlist will be closed, and FASA waitlist will remain open until Jan 5th, 2026. After January 5th, - [Multidisciplinary Assessment and Consultation Centre (M.A.C.C.)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/multidisciplinary-assessment-and-consultation-centre-m-a-c-c/) - Multidisciplinary Assessment and Consultation Centre (M.A.C.C.) Clinical and cultural services for those unable to use community services due to various barriers. Now offering appointments in-person, or virtually by video or phone. M.A.C.C. offers services include Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, Social Work and Clinical training. We support New Directions in all areas and work with those - [Adult Day Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/adult-day-services/) - Adult Day Services (ADS) are a variety of programs that work to improve the quality of life of people living with disabilities and/or mental health issues. We have six different programs (see below) that offer activities such as work experience, recreational activities, social skill development, and educational programming. Programs are held at 4 different locations in - [Training Opportunities for Youth](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/training-opportunities-for-youth/) - Training Opportunities for Youth has 2 unique pre-employment services aimed at supporting youth build skills to join the labour market. They consist of in-class training and work experience opportunities. The goal is for participants to work towards plans for success. Whether that is going back to school or working in one of the nine employment - [Honouring Our Journey](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/honouring-our-journey/) - Honouring Our Journey is a transition, healing and education program for youth, adults, and transgender individuals who have been exploited/trafficked through the sex trade. Divided into three programs – youth, mentor, and adult - all programs offer opportunities and supports for healing, personal development, and growth. Services we provide: Accredited classrooms Cultural advisors Evening activities - [Community Supports and Outreach](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/community-supports-and-outreach/) - Community Supports and Outreach (CSO) offers flexible levels of support, community and home-based, to adults living with intellectual/physical/mental health challenges. There are three branches in CSO: Adult Family Supports for people who live in their family home, Deaf Supported Independent Living, and Shared Living Services. CSO acts as a mid-point between Shift Staffed Homes and - [Adult Home Share](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/adult-home-share/) - Adult Home Share pairs adults living with disabilities that require residential supports, with home share providers (HSP). Individuals are matched based on a number of factors including compatibility, shared interests, lifestyles and HSP’s skills. The aim is to provide an array of choices to people supported and, once a match is found, create a home - [Shift Staffed Homes](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/shift-staffed-homes/) - Shift Staffed Homes (SSH) provides developmentally disabled adults a safe and secure fully-staffed home. The homes have 24-hour in-home assistance and offer social, emotional, and mental health supports, helping individuals live a full life. Each person determines what they do day-to-day so they can be the best they can be! Working with the individual, caregivers, - [Supported Independent Living](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/supported-independent-living/) - Supported Independent Living (SIL) supports adults who have intellectual disabilities and/or mental health barriers who choose to live independently in the community. SIL focuses on encouraging people to live as independent members of their community. Program participants are the focus and lead the strengths-based approach that includes a trauma informed perspective. SIL Case Managers work with - [Supported Cluster Housing](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/supported-cluster-housing/) - Supported Cluster Housing provides a transitional housing model for individuals with an intellectual disability grappling with addictions, trauma and/or multiple barriers to independent living. Each cluster unit offers: staff at the house seven days a week access to food social and physical activities mental health supports medication supports help with problem solving AGE Adults, 18 - [Resources for Adolescent Parents (R.A.P)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/resources-for-adolescent-parents-r-a-p/) - Resources for Adolescent Parents (R.A.P) helps young women complete their High School Diploma while going through pregnancy or caring for their child. R.A.P is designed for pregnant and parenting young women, ages 14-17 (18+ if in extended care of Child and Family Services) working towards finishing their education while receiving all the extra support they need. - [Regional Shift Staffed Homes](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/shift-staffed-homes-2/) - Regional Shift Staffed Homes (SSH) offers developmental disabled adults a safe and secure fully-staffed home. Shift Staffed Homes provides adults with developmental disabilities a way to find meaning living in their communities. The homes are safe, secure and have 24-hour in-home assistance and offer social, emotional, and mental health supports, helping individuals live a full life. - [Regional Adult Home Share](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/adult-home-share-2/) - Regional Adult Home Share helps empower adults with disabilities to live full lives. The vision of Adult Home Share is to have people supported by the program treated with respect and to be fully included in community life. Adult Home Share connects a person needing support with a Host and they live together in the Host’s - [The Bridge Program](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/the-bridge-program-2/) - The Bridge Program supports families who are raising children with complex needs. Support staff work with families and make sure they have the tools they need to walk alongside their child and deal with the challenges that might come their way. for youth ages 10 to 17 and their families offers families respite or a - [Opikihiwawin](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/opikihiwawin/) - Opikihiwawin responds to the needs of Indigenous adoptees and foster people in all stages of their lives by providing cultural education, supports and advocacy. We believe that it is every Indigenous adoptee and foster person’s inherent right to know and experience their culture. Our cultural programs create a positive sense of identity and belonging and help - [Family Connections](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/family-connections/) - Family Connections offers several options for a child to reconnect with their family, culture and community. Reconnecting with family gives a child or youth the chance for a loving environment and support to make connections with their loved ones and community. Needs are based on the child and family/caregivers, and decrease as needed. for children - [Community Home for Children (CHC)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/community-home-for-children/) - Community Home for Children (CHC) is a place where youth live together and receive support to overcome hard experiences from their past. for ages 8 to 18 group home environment with other youth on-site full-time staff AGE Ages 8 to 18 LOCATION Winnipeg CONTACT P 204-786-7051 (ext.5279 or ask for Community Home for Children) EMAIL+ HOW - [Regional Supported Independent Living](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/supported-independent-living-2/) - Regional Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides adults with disabilities or mental health barriers the opportunity to live on their own in community. Supported Independent Living works with the individual and caregivers to create a plan that supports what the person wants to do and accomplish. The team works to build a community of trust and respect - [Family Stepping Stones](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/family-stepping-stones/) - Family Stepping Stones works with the parents, child and a team of supporters that includes CFS, relatives and significant others. Together, a plan is created to guide the parents and life at home with routines based on culture and traditions. Parenting is hard. Parenting with the challenges of substance abuse, mental health issues, trauma and - [Affinity Home (AH)](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/affinity-home-ah/) - Affinity Home (AH) is an option for young adults aging out of care and in need of a village of support. Through this program, the young adult finds a mentor they connect with, and moves in with them and their family. Together they work toward goals and independence. for young adults young adult lives with - [Youth Supported Independent Living](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/youth-supported-independent-living/) - Youth Supported Independent Living (Y-SIL) offers levels of care that will match a youth’s needs. While working to live independently, youth have several support options where they can learn budgeting, attend school, work and learn to manage their mental and physical health. Explore options for Y-SIL participants: Specialized Independent Living This rental home is for - [Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service/services/) ## Social Purpose Enterprises - [Bright Path Enterprises](https://newdirections.mb.ca/enterprise/social-purpose-enterprises/bright-path-enterprises/) - Bright Path Enterprises is a group of social enterprises: Bright Bites, Catering (formerly Cafe 6) Bright Blades, Skate Sharpening Bright Prints, Printing Services Bright Mowtivation, Lawn Care & Renovations The enterprises are part of our Training Opportunities for Youth program, that trains and employs youth from the community who are facing barriers to employment. At - [Alternative Moving Solutions](https://newdirections.mb.ca/enterprise/social-purpose-enterprises/alternative-moving-solutions/) - Alternative Moving Solutions is a social enterprise staffed by our Adult Day Services program. It is available Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, for small home or office moving jobs. These are supported work experience opportunities, and each crew consists of 2-3 people. Please book your move 1 to 2 weeks in advance - [Social Purpose Enterprise](https://newdirections.mb.ca/enterprise/social-purpose-enterprises/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/uncategorized/) - [Adult Home Share](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/adult-home-share/) - [2020](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/2020/) - [Supported Independent Living](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/supported-independent-living/) - [Cafe 6](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/cafe-6/) - [Social Enterprise](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/social-enterprise/) - [Community Homes](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/community-homes/) - [ND Property Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/nd-property-services/) - [Making Sense of Trauma](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/making-sense-of-trauma/) - [Big Feelings Come and Go](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/making-sense-of-trauma/big-feelings-come-and-go/) - [Opikihiwawin](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/opikihiwawin/) - [Update](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/update/) - [Training Opportunity](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/training-opportunity/) - [Child Home SUpports](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/child-home-supports/) - [Foster Parents](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/foster-parents/) - [Compass](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/compass/) - [Years of Service](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/years-of-service/) - [2021](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/2021/) - [Mentor Landlord](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/mentor-landlord/) - [FASD](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/fasd/) - [Ally Resources](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/ally-resources/) - [News](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/news/) - [National Day for Truth & Reconciliation](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/national-day-for-truth-reconciliation/) - [Workshop](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/workshop/) - [Community](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/community/) - [Family Therapy Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/family-therapy-services/) - [Resource](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/resource/) - [2022](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/2022/) - [Fire](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/fire/) - [Anxiety](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/anxiety/) - [CBT](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/cbt/) - [Depression](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/depression/) - [Therapy](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/therapy/) - [Endowment Fund](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/endowment-fund/) - [Individuals we Support](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/individuals-we-support/) - [Adult Day Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/adult-day-services/) - [Volunteer Impact](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/volunteer-impact/) - [Support](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/support/) - [Events](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/events/) - [Our Stories](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/our-stories/) - [In The News](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/in-the-news/) - [Story](https://newdirections.mb.ca/category/story/) ## Story Tag - [Tag1](https://newdirections.mb.ca/story_tags/tag1/) - [Northstar](https://newdirections.mb.ca/story_tags/northstar/) ## What's New - [Tag1](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats_new_tag/tag1/) - [Tag2](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats_new_tag/tag2/) - [Tag3](https://newdirections.mb.ca/whats_new_tag/tag3/) ## Location - [Location1](https://newdirections.mb.ca/location/location_1/) - [Location2](https://newdirections.mb.ca/location/location2/) - [Location3](https://newdirections.mb.ca/location/location3/) - [Location4](https://newdirections.mb.ca/location/location4/) ## Job Type - [Job Type1](https://newdirections.mb.ca/job_type/job_type_1/) - [Job Type2](https://newdirections.mb.ca/job_type/job-type2/) - [Job Type3](https://newdirections.mb.ca/job_type/job-type3/) - [Job Type4](https://newdirections.mb.ca/job_type/job-type4/) ## Category - [Featured](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop_category/featured/) - [Families](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop_category/families/) - [Foster parents](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop_category/foster-parents/) - [Support workers](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop_category/support-workers/) - [Clinicians](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop_category/clinicians/) - [Child and youth care professionals](https://newdirections.mb.ca/workshop_category/child-and-youth-care-professionals/) ## Category - [Adult Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service_category/adult_services/) - [Child Home & Support Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service_category/child_home_support/) - [Culture, Education & Training Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service_category/culture_education_training/) - [Therapy & Clinical Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service_category/therapy_clinical/) - [Regional Services](https://newdirections.mb.ca/service_category/regional_adult_home_service/)