The Journey of LADS to YLLMyHome
Spring 2006
In the spring of 2006, a number of agencies met to discuss serious concerns stemming from the widespread and growing use of drugs, substance abuse and the impact they had on the workplace, schools, families and community-at-large within Lloydminster.
A growing body of data confirmed an increase of substance abuse among young people and the adult community. The R.C.M.P. were sometimes limited in their ability to enforce the law and social support agencies were overwhelmed by social problems resulting directly and indirectly from the use of illegal drugs and substance abuse.
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Community members recognized that the problems associated with the use of drugs and substance abuse were widespread and required a concerted effort from within the community along with business, social, health, service clubs and various non-profit agencies and stakeholders to reduce and reverse the harmful trend. It was an issue that needed to be recognized and addressed by the whole community.
Today the work of the Lloydminster & Area Drug Strategy has grown to include the #YLL My Home project. We hope our website and social media channels provide you with the information you are looking for.
Spring 2015
LADS implemented an action committee, YLLMyHome to support project works that focused on community well-being, with a strong lens on addition prevention.
Mission: “Working to make Lloydminster a safe, caring community where residents are engage and work together to promote overall health & wellness”
Vision: “Creating a community where kids can grow up great. Every Kid. Every Day.”
Tobacco & Vaping – Creating a nicotine-free future
Alcohol – Reducing alcohol-related harms by promoting safety and a culture of responsible alchol use.
Drugs – Working towards a drug free future through harm reduction initiatives and building community protective factors
My Home – Creating our community story by:
~ Building resilience & promoting mental well-being
~Building protective factors and the developmental assets of children and youth (Lloydminster Youth Council)
~Strengthening connections (family, neighbourhood, community)
OUR PARTNERS
Alberta Health Services
Sask Health Authority
Thorpe Recovery Centre
FCSS Lloydminster
City of Lloydminster
Lloydminster Community Youth Centre
Catholic Social Services
Lloydminster RCMP
Lloydminster Public School Division
Lloydminster Catholic School Division
Saskatchewan Family Services
East Central Alberta Child & Family Services
Community Support
Why does your organization support YLLMyHome and the project work they do in the community?
Brent Thomas - Lloydminster Public School Division
Focusing on supporting and promoting positive lifestyles with our youth is an important part of building a healthy community. As a partner with LADS, LPSD believes that the work that they do helps our youth become more aware and knowledgeable. This education is vital to allow our youth to make positive choices as they move into their adult lives.
Micheline Huard - Lloydminster Community Youth Centre
We support LADS because they are able to access resources for us.
We support LADS because we believe the community plays a very influential role in the success of the youth.
We support LADS because the relationships we make through this organization are very supportive of LCYC.
We support LADS because we share a common mission
Neil Harris - Alberta Health Services
Lorelee has demonstrated all of the reasons why AHS supports LADS. My thoughts are that we support LADS because it aligns with the work we do in addiction prevention and the promotion of mental health. By working together to build strengths in the community, we also reduce the harms associated with substance related issues and mental health problems.
Kim Tradewell - Saskatchewan Health Authority
The missions for SHA is “We work together to improve our health & wellbeing. Every day for everyone.” I believe that the mission of yllmyhome aligns with this work; “Create a community where kids can grow up great!” by working to make Lloydminster a safe, caring community where residents are engaged & work together to promote overall health & wellness.”
Janet Hawryluk - Catholic Social Services
Catholic Social Services is a non- profit organization established in 1961. Its mandate is to treat all cultures and religions with compassion, dignity and respect. Our Services include the following:
Counselling – Edmonton & Wetaskiwin
Counselling – Red Deer & Central Alberta
Supports for Children & Adults with Disabilities
Domestic Abuse Shelters & Support
Elder / Senior Citizen Abuse Support
Senior Connections
Family Capacity Building
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Support
Foster Care
Government Referral
HIV / AIDS Support
Immigrant & Refugee Support
Parole Supports
Pregnancy Support Services
Addiction Recovery & Support
Family Intervention
Family Support
Supportive Housing
Welcome Home
St. Joseph – Care for Homeless and Dying
Spiritual Care
Community Love
What do you love about your community?
Brent Thomas - Lloydminster Public School Division
Lloydminster is a great community. Even as the city grows there is still a strong small town feel. The community always seems to step up to support worthwhile causes… the generosity of the people is amazing.
Micheline Huard - Lloydminster Community Youth Centre
We love that our community is so very generous and supportive of our work
We feel appreciated in the community
We feel that families are provided with many supports
We love our community because whenever we express a need our youth have, someone helps us meet the need.
Neil Harris - Alberta Health Services
What I love about our community is the partnerships that have been developed between many helping agencies. These partners working together help to build a resilient community. We have a Mayor and Counsel who are community minded and seem to have an awareness of the social issues and a concern to make things better. Lastly I think we have one of the best FCSS offices in Alberta. Their connection to the community and helping agencies is vibrant and strong.
Kim Tradewell - Saskatchewan Health Authority
What I love about our community is the willingness and generosity to help each other. Whether it is a big fundraising event or a small act of kindness, our community comes together when needed.
Janet Hawryluk - Catholic Social Services
In order to have success in the community it is essential that the proper and current information and supports are in place for all of our programs and services. LADS is a preventative committee that provides the necessary work in a universal fashion for our community. That is why we as an agency stand by LADS wholeheartedly.
I love the collaborative spirit of our community!
