Focus Society spills the beans

GEOFF LEE WRITER

The Focus Society for Support Services is a little-known support agency for families and youth who are experiencing trauma or are at risk.

The non-profit receives referrals through the Saskatchewan Ministry of Social Services and both Lloydminster school divisions as well as provides fees for services to help children not under court-ordered protection in the province.

Tami Molle, director of family and children support services, brought the Rotary Club of Lloydminster up to speed on what the Focus Society does as a guest speaker at their Monday lunch.

“I just want them to know what we do and get our name out there and let them know what kind of supports we have,” said Molle.

The Lloydminster branch has 14 employees serving about 90 families in its district.

“We work with children that are maybe living in foster care or in group homes and have experienced some mental health issues or living with families with addictions and stuff,” explained Molle.

The Focus Society is all about supports for families and children.

“If they are going through trauma, we help them seek out some counselling,” said Molle.

Once they get a referral, they meet up with them and find out what their needs are.

“We work with them to achieve goals that are set out through the ministry,” said Molle

She says families can call her at 780-8753544 or they can contact the Ministry of Social Services in Saskatchewan.

“They will make the referral and contact me and set up services,” she explained.

Molle says for families in financial trauma, they try to hook them up with low-income housing and food hampers and stuff.

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