Str8 Up Program
Provided by: STR8 UP: 10,000 Little Steps to Healing Inc
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- Community Outreach (2 locations)
- Str8 Up Program (2 locations)
- Transitional Housing
Service Description
A support system/program for those who want to exit the gang life.
Components of the program include:
- Educational presentations to the community on the dangers of gang life and addictions
- Indigenous cultural teachings
- Includes Elders, Cultural Advisors, and access to ceremony through Sweat Lodges and Sundance Ceremonies
- Weekly Traditional Sharing Circle
- Includes teachings, prayers, songs, and smudging with an Elder and Cultural Advisor
- Community Engagement
- Includes mentorship programs and summer culture camps for youth
- Support in areas such as: housing search, employment, education, and general community assistance
- Learning about healthy lifestyles and relationships, and positive community involvement.
View the website for information on upcoming events.
Eligibility
No age restrictions, however participants are generally over 18 years of age. Participants must: have a desire to leave gang life/culture, agree to drop gang colours, deal with addiction issues, and demonstrate honesty, humility and a serious long term commitment to the program.
Application Process
Call for details.
Fees
No cost.
Business Line: 306-244-1771
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Service Website
www.facebook.com/STR8UPsaskatoon/
Coverage Area
Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Northern Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
STR8 UP – Saskatoon Branch
- Community Outreach (2 locations)
- Str8 Up Program (2 locations)
- Transitional Housing
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STR8 UP - Prince Albert Branch
9 - 11 Street West
Prince Albert SK S6V 3A8 -
STR8 UP - Saskatoon Branch
226 Avenue V South
Saskatoon SK S7M 3E3
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
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