Sturgeon Lake First Nation has a new integrated youth services hub for their community.
The hub officially opened its doors Monday and will begin delivering supports to young people aged 12-25 and their caregivers.
The facility is located about 30 minutes northwest of Prince Albert and is known as HOMEBASE.
The Sturgeon Lake First Nation Health centre has been contracted to operate the hub.
“The HOMEBASE Sturgeon Lake First Nation hub will empower youth to achieve a vision for success through the delivery of integrated services and holistic teaching,” HOMEBASE SLFN Integrated Youth Services Manager Sandra Felix said.
This is the fourth integrated youth services of it’s kind the government of Saskatchewan has built in the province.
Others have opened in recent years in Humboldt, Moose Jaw, and Regina.
“Integrated youth services are an effective way to connect young people with the resources they need in the right place, at the right time.” said Mental Health and Addictions Minister Lori Carr said.
According to the province, $4.5 million has been made available this next year for the development and operation of these youth hubs.
(TOP PHOTO: the newly opened HOMEBASE on Sturgeon Lake First Nation. Photo provided)