May marks Supervised Parenting Awareness Month, and Dalhousie Place is proudly using this opportunity to highlight the importance of supervised access for families navigating separation and divorce.
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, Dalhousie Place hosted an open house attended by local dignitaries, community members, and supporters. The event featured special presentations, including certificates of recognition from His Worship Mayor Kevin Davis and MPP Will Bouma. Mayor Davis also spoke to attendees about his longstanding connection to the Centre, reflecting on his role in supporting the establishment of supervised parenting time services in the 1980s during his time as a practicing lawyer.
Further underscoring the significance of this work, Brantford City Council officially proclaimed the month of May as Supervised Parenting Awareness Month. More than 30 community members attended the open house, showing their support and appreciation for the vital role Dalhousie Place plays in the region.
Dalhousie Place is a supervised access Centre that has supported families through the challenges of separation and divorce for over three decades. Internationally recognized by the Supervised Visitation Network, the organization has facilitated over 50,000 visits and exchanges, providing a safe, neutral environment for children and parents to maintain relationships during times of family transition.
Operating as a non-profit organization, Dalhousie Place is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and support programs (KATCH & Parenting After Separation) by the United Way. It also relies on charitable donations and local grants (City of Brantford) to sustain its services.
Valya Roberts, Executive Director of Dalhousie Place, and who has led the organization since 1998, shared:
“It is heartwarming to hear the many wonderful stories from the community about how much Dalhousie Place has helped families over the years. I am incredibly proud of our dedicated staff and volunteers. Supervised access centres like ours play a crucial role in the community, helping to preserve and nurture the bond between parents and child during difficult times. We help families stay connected even when regular access isn’t possible,” said Roberts.
As Dalhousie Place marks this important milestone, it continues its mission to support children and families with compassion, safety, and integrity.
