Welcome to South Shore Family Resource Association
where children always come first!

South Shore Family Resource Association Mission Statement

The South Shore Family Resource Association (SSFRA) is dedicated to nurturing and enhancing the quality of life to every member of every family in Queens, Lunenburg and Shelburne Counties.

Our Guiding Principles

Children First - Children must be the primary consideration in CAP-C (Community Action Program for Children) programs.

Strengthening and Support Families - All sectors of Canadian society share the responsibility for children by supporting parents as they raise their children.

Equity and Accessibility - Children, regardless of culture and socio- economic status, are entitled to equal opportunities to develop to their full potential.

Partnerships and Coalitions - Holistic support for children and their families can only be achieved through the combined effort of parents, families, communities, governments and service providers.

Community-Based - The community is viewed as the focus for decision-making and action.

Flexibility - In order to respond to the diversity of communities across Canada and the particular circumstances and changing needs of children and families, CAP-C programs must be flexible.

South Shore Family Resource Association - goals

1. To provide a caring, nurturing and safe environment in which children 0 - 6 years can develop socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically.

2. To promote healthy interactions between parents and their children.

3. To promote positive parenting through education and support programs.

4. To provide culturally sensitive, accessible resources to children 0 - 6 years regardless of abilities, socio-economic status or geographic location.

5. To promote the growth and development of the South Shore Family Resource Association.

In February 1995, SSFRA was incorporated to assume management of the federal CAP-C (Community Action Program for Children) Project. The association has grown, partnerships with additional funders delivers more services and opportunities.

The board includes representatives from each county and meets on a regular basis to develop policy and consider issues of funding and staff support.

Until recently, each county operated somewhat independently. The Executive Director is now responsible for the association's overall operation. Each County's Site Coordinator is responsible for the centres' day-to-day operations.

The Association believes in a participant-driven model of program delivery, strong community and intersectorial collaborations. Parents often become leaders, and eventually train others, to carry out the work.

The Association is supported by a strong and dedicated group of volunteers. Most were participants who value, feel a sense of ownership of, and want to give back to the CAP-C project.