Business Details
Community Support Services in Red Deer
Vantage Community Services has been dedicated to empowering individuals and families in central Alberta since its founding. Our multidisciplinary team specializes in counseling, transitional housing, and life skills training, addressing complex challenges faced by youth, adults, and families. With a focus on personal responsibility and community collaboration, we create safe environments for healing and growth. Our programs, including Aurora House and Solstice House, provide structured support for youth development and independent living preparation. We prioritize building trust through consistent, ethical relationships while promoting wellness and resilience.Our team combines academic expertise with hands-on experience to deliver tailored solutions for clients. As a non-profit organization governed by a board of professionals, we maintain accountability to the communities we serve. Through partnerships with local agencies and adherence to national accreditation standards, we ensure quality service delivery. Our commitment to innovation drives continuous improvement in addressing social challenges. By fostering hope alongside practical tools, we help clients achieve lasting positive change.
Services
Focused Counselling
Aurora Group Home
Solstice House
Caregiver Network
Clinical Assessments
Family Therapy
Life Skills Training
Foster Care Services
Mental Health Support
Community Outreach
Highlights and features
- Our multidisciplinary team combines academic expertise with 20+ years of community service experience
- We offer personalized care through accredited programs meeting national standards
- Our transitional housing provides structured support for youth development and independent living
- We maintain partnerships with local agencies for comprehensive client support
- Our trauma-informed approach addresses complex psychological and emotional challenges
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Accreditation Council
Services
Focused Counselling
Our appointment-based therapy connects clients with consistent counselors for ongoing support. This goal-oriented approach identifies strengths and develops strategies to address current challenges while building future resilience. Services are available for individuals, couples, and families through both in-person and virtual sessions.
Aurora Group Home
This 6-9 month residential program serves youth aged 13-17 with psychological and emotional development needs. The client-centered environment focuses on safety, belonging, and skill development to address trauma while promoting educational and social growth through structured support.
Solstice House
Our 18-month transitional housing program prepares teens for independent living through life skills training. Residents develop budgeting, conflict resolution, and emotional management skills while maintaining family and community connections in a stable home environment.
Caregiver Network
This foster care program places children aged 3-17 with supportive caregiver families. We focus on strengthening family relationships while coordinating educational, crisis, and peer support through partnerships with local agencies to achieve long-term positive outcomes.
Clinical Assessments
Our team of psychologists and social workers provides comprehensive assessments and therapy for anxiety, trauma, abuse, and family violence. Services include individual and group therapy, parenting support, and clinical consultations tailored to client needs while emphasizing community connections.
People
Robecca Chahine
Chief Executive Officer
Robecca Chahine leads Vantage Community Services with a sociology background and child care expertise. She has guided organizational growth since 2008, expanding mental health services and community impact while maintaining quality care standards.
Sandie Murphy
Program Manager
Sandie Murphy oversees Vantage's Aurora Group Home with psychology expertise and crisis prevention training. She ensures program compliance with Alberta child services standards while supporting youth development through structured care programs.
Sandy Proseilo
Program Manager
Sandy Proseilo manages multiple Vantage programs with a focus on high-risk youth support. She contributes to community development initiatives while applying her social work expertise to program design and implementation.
Kristy Vallentgoed
Clinical Supervisor
Kristy Vallentgoed provides clinical leadership with a masters in counseling psychology. She supervises therapy services while maintaining direct client care, specializing in trauma-informed approaches and mental health assessments.
Crystal Haverkort
Program Supervisor
Crystal Haverkort mentors frontline staff at Solstice House using trauma recovery expertise. She applies the Circle of Courage model to support youth healing while managing daily operations of transitional housing programs.
Questions
What populations does Vantage serve?
We support youth aged 13-17 in transitional housing, children in foster care aged 3-17, and adults needing counseling services across central Alberta.
Do you offer virtual counseling options?
Yes, we provide both in-person and virtual therapy sessions for focused counseling services.
How long can youth stay in your group homes?
Aurora House accommodates stays of 6-9 months, while Solstice House offers up to 18 months of transitional living support.
Are your programs accredited?
Our programs meet standards set by the Canadian Accreditation Council and Alberta Child and Family Services Authorities.
How can I refer someone to your services?
Contact us directly through our website or phone number to make referrals for any of our programs and services.
Do you accept direct billing for therapy?
Direct billing is available through our Registered Psychologist for eligible clients, evaluated during intake processing.
