Supporting Families, Strengthening Futures
The Inspire Centre Social Work services are an important part of our organization’s aim to provide support and resources for families, children and youth facing challenges that impact their well-being. Whether navigating a diagnosis, accessing community resources, or developing coping strategies, our team is here to help.
Through counseling, psychoeducation, advocacy, and personalized supports, our Social Workers/Child and Family Clinicians empower individuals and families to overcome obstacles, building strong foundations for success. The Inspire Centre is a safe, supportive environment where families are heard, understood, and equipped with the tools they need. You’re not alone—we’re here to help!
Social Workers/Child and Family Clinicians provide a wide range of support to children, youth and their families/caregivers, including:
- Referrals to Community supports, advocacy and funding.
- Brief solution focused counselling
- Community and caregiver education
- Promoting self-esteem and self-efficacy
- Promoting healthy relationship
- Skill building
Did You Know?
The Inspire Centre’s professional Social Workers/Child and Family Clinicians are registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. All Inspire Centre Social Workers (Child and Family Clinicians) are able to provide clinical counselling and support services on an individual, family, and group basis. Our social work services are aimed at helping individuals and families cope with their physical, developmental and/or communication disability, as well as to learn how to adjust following a diagnosis or an acquired trauma.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Social Work
Children and youth (up to 19 years of age, or 21 if they are attending secondary school) who reside in the districts of Cochrane and Temiskaming and communities in the James Bay area with a physical, developmental and/or communication disability.
A Social Worker/Child and Family Clinician is a registered professional who provides support to children, youth, and families facing challenges related to a diagnosis, acquired trauma, or life transitions. They offer guidance, advocacy and counseling can help connect families with appropriate community resources.
Children, youth, and families who are actively receiving services from Inspire Centre can access social work support to help navigate emotional, financial, and social challenges.
Social Work services provide:
- Referrals to community resources and funding options
- Advocacy
- Brief solution-focused counseling
- Psychoeducation and counselling support
- Self-esteem and confidence-building support
- Guidance on developing healthy relationships
- Skill building
This type of counseling is a short-term goal-oriented approach that helps families find practical, solutions to challenges they are facing by building upon their current strengths. It focuses on current concerns, and uses strengths, goals, and actionable steps to improve emotional well-being.
Yes! Social Workers/Child and Family Clinicians assist families in applying for financial aid, funding programs, and other resources that can help cover things such as equipment needs and support services.
Social Workers provide emotional support, coping strategies, and education to help children and families adjust to a new diagnosis, ensuring they have the resources needed to navigate their journey.
Yes, Social Workers collaborate with a wide range of service providers and health care professionals, such as; Speech-Language Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, as well as other professionals to provide well-rounded support tailored to the child and family’s needs.
Yes, all Social Work services are confidential. However, like all registered professionals, Social Workers/Child and Family Clinicians, are legally required to report any concerns related to child safety and well-being.
The duration of support varies depending on the child or youth, and/or family’s needs. Some children/families require short-term guidance, while others may benefit from longer term support as they navigate challenges.
If your child is receiving services at Inspire Centre, you can request social work support directly through our website or by calling the centre. Your assigned therapist can also assist with connecting you to Inspire Centre’s social work services.
