Separation or divorce is one of the most emotionally taxing situations a person may face. On top of that, a parent is usually trying to maintain some semblance of normal life for their children. Some guidance in the midst of this can help.
Family Justice Services offers Parenting After Separation seminars all across Alberta. You can learn more about the effects of separation and divorce on children, techniques for communication and legal information that affects parents and children. Follow the link for a course description, locations, and phone numbers for registration information. You can even download the course manual.
For more resources on supporting your children through this time, see our article Helping Children and Teens Deal with Separation and Divorce.
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