Social Supports & Transportation

Bassano FCSS offers many quality social support and service programs.
Let us guide you through some of our offerings.

Information and Referrals

FCSS provides information regarding social and emotional supports that are available to residents of Bassano. Contact us for more information on what resources may be available to you.

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Community Development & Asset Building

FCSS promotes, encourages, and works to facilitate the development of stronger communities. Contact us to learn more about partnership opportunities and new community initiatives.

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Individual and Community Support Programs

FCSS provides support to residents through Individual and Seniors Support Services, as well as ongoing community programming. Stay up to date and follow up on Facebook for current programs. Alternatively reach out, we are always happy to chat.

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Resource Directory

Local Directory

County of Newell Mini Bus
Medicine Hat to Brooks Shuttle
J&L Shuttle
Old West Transport
YMCA Career and Employment Centre
Outcomes Facilitation
Canada Alberta Job Bank
Gov. AB Employment Hub
Bassano Dynamite Academy
Bassano Memorial Library
Bassano RCMP
Bassano School
Bassano Hospital
Global Village Centre
Brooks and County Immigration Services

Local Supports and Programs

Support

Program Description

Newell Adult Education Centre

NFEC serves adults in the County of Newell. Our goal is to teach basic literacy, numeracy, digital skills and foundational life skills.

Medicine Hat College - Brooks Campus

MHC Brooks Campus is situated in Brooks, Alberta offering courses ranging from adult basic education and ESL training to the two-year Practical Nurse Diploma Program.

Alberta Health Services Addictions

Prevention and promotion services are offered to help prevent and reduce harm related to substance use and gambling.

Bassano Damsiters Drop in Centre

Pioneer Damsiters is a warm and welcoming Group 50+ offering many recreational activities in Bassano, Ab.

Bridges Family Programs

Bridges Family Programs offers a variety of programs and services for families.

Brooks Food Bank

The Brooks Food Bank Foundation provides emergency food assistance and referral services.

Brooks Toy Lending Library

The Brooks Toy Library provides a wide selection of toys, games, and family resources for a small yearly membership.

Cantera Safe House

Cantera Safe House is a domestic violence service near Brooks, AB providing help for people dealing with domestic abuse.

LifeTalk Counselling

Lifetalk provides counselling and seminars, based biblical truth. Serving Brooks, AB and surrounding area with subsidies available for those in need.

McMan

McMan works to support and encourage individuals and families to achieve their full potential as members of their community.

Meals on Wheels - Bassano

Meals on Wheels Program is for those who are unable to make their own meals. Meals are delivered hot, Monday through Friday. Meals are prepared by the Playfair Lodge and can be ordered through the Town of Bassano by contact 403-641-3788

REDI

Through our programs and services, REDI is able to foster independence and help to make space for people living with disabilities to live a full and rich life.

SPEC Association

SPEC provides direct client service to adults, children and newcomers in areas related to parenting, family, health, unemployment, lack of housing, language barriers, education. literacy, financial, and addictions.

Victims Services - County of Newell

Victim services provide invaluable assistance to victims who are often confused, overwhelmed and unsure of how to react after a crime, accident or sudden death has occurred.

Personal Supports and Helplines

Name

Number

Description

211 Alberta

211 is a service that helps Albertans find the right resource or service for whatever issue they need help with, at the right time. 211 is available 24/7 by phone, text and chat.

Addictions and Mental Health Helpline

1-800-332-2322

The Addiction and Mental Health Help Line is a 24 hour, 7 day a week confidential service that provides support, information and referrals to Albertans experiencing addiction and mental health concerns, including problem gambling.

Bullying Helpline

1-888-456-2323

Connect with helplines if you or someone you know is experiencing bullying or abuse.

Clare's Law

People at risk of domestic violence have the right to get information about potentially harmful intimate partners. The Disclosure to Protect Against Domestic Violence (Clare's Law) Act gives people who feel at risk of domestic violence a way to get information about their partners so they can make informed choices about their safety.

Child Abuse Hotline 

1-800-387-5437

Get help if you, or children you know, are being neglected, abused or sexually exploited. If you believe a child is at risk, you must report it.

Dial-a-Law

1-403-234-9266

To provide legal assistance, information and support to people who would not otherwise have access to such services. Calgary Legal Guidance is designated by the Law Society of Alberta as an approved legal services provider of pro bono services.

Distress Centre 

1-403-266-HELP (4357)

Distress Centre Calgary (DCC) provides 24 hour crisis support, professional counselling, youth peer support and referrals at no cost.

Family Violence Information Line

310-1818

Learn where to turn when faced with family violence or domestic violence, and know your rights and the law.

First Nations & Inuit Hope for Wellness Line 

1-855-242-3310

The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada.

HealthLink

8/1/2001

A telephone service, which provides free 24/7 nurse advice and general health information for Albertans.

Kids Helpline

1-866-297-41011-866-297-4101

Kids Help Phone is Canada's only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French.

Landlord Tenant Act Information

The Residential Tenancies Legal Information Program is a project of the Legal Resource Centre of Alberta Ltd. We develop plain language online tools, publications, and presentations to help people recognize and respond to their legal rights and responsibilities.

Legal Aid

1-866-845-3425

While not everyone can afford a lawyer, every Albertan deserves access to a fair legal system. As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, we provide affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense.

One Line for Violence 

1-866-403-8000

The Alberta One-Line is a province-wide central platform for sexual assault support services.

Provincial Court - Brooks

1-403-362-1238

This is a circuit court location and addresses are being provided for the accused purposes only. Continue to send all court documents to Medicine Hat.

Service Canada

1-800-0-CANADA

Service Canada provides Canadians with a single point of access to a wide range of government services and benefits.

Financial Supports

Financial Supports

Description

Alberta Income Support

Supports for individuals and families to pay for basic expenses like food, clothing and shelter.

Alberta Seniors Benefits

Seniors with low-income can get financial assistance to help with monthly living expenses.

Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)

Financial and health benefits for eligible Albertans with a permanent medical condition that prevents them from earning a living.

Childcare Subsidy

Eligible lower- to middle-income families can apply for child care subsidies if they have a child enrolled in a licensed childcare program.

Emergency Financial Assistance

If you are facing an unexpected emergency, you can apply for emergency financial assistance.

Federal Benefits - OAS, GIS & CPP

There are a variety of programs and services to help you ensure your later years are safe and secure.

Newell Housing - Rental Subsidy

Newell Foundation administers a Rental Assistance Benefit to assist people in need with their rental costs. This is a program for persons or families who are renting through private landlords.

S.H.A.R.P. (Senior's Home Adaptation and Repair Program)

Low-interest home equity loans can cover a range of home adaptations and renovations to help seniors stay in their homes longer.

Seniors Property Tax Deferral

Eligible senior homeowners can defer all or part of their municipal property taxes with a low-interest home equity loan.

St. Vincent de Paul Society - Brooks

St. Vincent de Paul provides emergency assistance to individuals and families in need. Call to make an appointment.

Meals on Wheels 

Bassano FCSS and Playfair Lodge have teamed up to ensure community members have access to healthy home-cooked meals, daily at an affordable price. Meals are delivered to your door thanks to a dedicated group of volunteer drivers.

To participate in the Meals on Wheels program please complete this application and then contact us for the next steps.

Meals on Wheels Application

Welcome Wagon 

Calling all those that are new to town! Stop by the Town Office at 502 – 2 Avenue and be greeted with a Welcome to Bassano Package.

Learn about the many great services and opportunities available in our community/region while enjoying coupons/discounts to local businesses. 

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No Fire Ban

August 27, 2024

FIRE BAN DEFINITIONS

  • FIRE BAN IN EFFECT

The Town of Bassano has an active FIRE BAN. A Fire Ban means no fires except for approved gas or propane cooking appliances.

  • FIRE WATCH

The Town of Bassano has an active Fire Restriction. A Fire Restriction means no fires except for approved gas or propane cooking appliances, portable fire pits or campfires in designated fire sites within approved campgrounds.

  • FIRE ADVISORY

The Town of Bassano has an active Fire Advisory. A Fire Advisory means fires are allowed but public warning advising of extreme caution is issued. This level is a warning and may be upgraded to a Fire Restriction of Fire Ban if conditions do not approve. Always have water nearby and fully extinguish your fire.

  • NO FIRE BAN

The Town of Bassano has NO ACTIVE FIRE BAN.