Calgary FRN — Southeast
Free parenting & family support
in Southeast Calgary
Your Southeast FRN hub is Families Matter, based right in Midpark. They coordinate free parenting classes, support for young parents, home visitation, youth mentoring, in-home support, and free counselling for families in McKenzie Towne, Auburn Bay, Cranston, Seton, Mahogany, and surrounding communities. All free, no referral needed.
Your Starting Point
Your FRN Hub
Families Matter
📍 101-239 Midpark Way SE, Calgary, T2X 1M2
This is your starting point — call them. Families Matter runs many programs directly in the SE and connects you to partner agencies for the rest.
4 Programs Available
Programs near you
1:1 mentoring for your child
Big Brothers Big Sisters matches your child with a caring adult mentor for regular one-on-one time — in the community or at school. Proven to build confidence and resilience.
Big Brothers Big Sisters · 📞 403-777-3535
Young parents, workshops & home visitation
Successful Young Parents: coaching, group support, and in-home visits for parents ages 12-22. Family Life Education: courses and workshops on sleep, behaviour, anxiety, and more. Home Visitation: in-home support for families with children 0-6.
Families Matter · 📞 403-205-5180
Resilient Families — help comes to you
Hull Services sends a worker to your home to support your family through challenges. Practical, hands-on help for parents who want things to get better but aren't sure where to start.
Hull Services · 📞 403-207-2505
Rapid Access Counselling (75 minutes)
A single 75-minute counselling session for individuals, couples, or families. Solution-focused support for whatever you're dealing with right now. No waitlist.
Kindred · 📞 403-205-5294
How to get started
Most FRN programs accept self-referrals. That means you don't need a doctor, social worker, or anyone else to send you. You can just call.
Step 1
Find your hub
Your SE hub is Families Matter, located in Midpark. You don't need to go in person — just call them.
Step 2
Call them
Call 403-205-5180. Tell them what you need, or just say "I'm not sure what I need but I'd like to talk to someone." They'll help.
Step 3
Don't wait
Some programs (like home visitation) have waitlists. Get on the list now rather than waiting until things feel harder. Early support makes a difference.
Neighbourhoods Served
Southeast Calgary zone covers
More Resources
Cross-zone programs
These programs serve families across Calgary, regardless of which zone you're in:
Miskanawah — East & West Indigenous FRNs
Elder support, ceremony, Indigenous parenting teachings, cultural child development, and home visitation. Available city-wide for all Indigenous families.
CIWA — New Canadian FRN
Cross-cultural parenting classes, home visitation in multiple languages, preschool programs (HIPPY), and youth groups for immigrant and refugee families.
Common Questions
Southeast Calgary FAQ
What does Families Matter offer in the SE?
In the Southeast zone, Families Matter runs Successful Young Parents (ages 12-22), Family Life Education (courses and workshops), and Home Visitation (0-6). They also connect you to partner agencies for mentoring, in-home support, and counselling.
Is there free counselling in Southeast Calgary?
Yes. Kindred offers Rapid Access Counselling — a free 75-minute session. Call 403-205-5294 for the SE office.
I'm a young parent in the deep south. What's for me?
Families Matter runs Successful Young Parents for parents aged 12-22 — coaching, group support, and in-home visits. Call 403-205-5180.
Is Hull Services available in the SE?
Yes. Hull Services offers Resilient Families in-home support in the SE zone. A worker comes to your home to help your family through challenges. Call 403-207-2505.