Introduction to mediation and The Family Mediation Centre:

• An introduction to mediation
• What is The Family Mediation Centre?
• Who is The Family Mediation Centre? Our members
• How much does mediation cost the participants?
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Mediation, the family and the community:

• Mediation services: The social arm of the Family Court
  Mediation can help...
  • preserve the health of the family;
  • restructure relationships between family members;
  • educate the participants in the dynamics of separation and in parenting
    (see, for instance, Parent Education and Custody Effectiveness: Handbook for Parents);
  • facilitate participants' access to community resources available to assist them.
• Resources of the Family Court
  Community resources available to assist separating parents and their children.
• Couples Apart...Parents Forever
  Sessions led by a representative of the Middlesex Family Law Association and a member of The Family Mediation Centre that will help you make informed choices for yourself and your children.
• Divorce and children
  Parent Education and Custody Effectiveness: Handbook for Parents
• Parenting information

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Should I choose mediation?

• What are the benefits of family mediation?
• Is mediation appropriate for me?
• Who else may be included in mediation?
• Preparation for mediation

The details--policies and the mediation process:

• Mediation policies and guidelines
• Do I still need a lawyer? Legal advice and financial disclosure
• The mediation process (flowchart)

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How do I get started?

Mediation begins with an individual screening or intake appointment with one of our mediatiors. There is no charge for this session, and an exact fee for ongoing services will be determined during this session.

Alternatives to mediation:

• Are there other options besides mediation and going to Court?
• The Family Court is in place to assist you. Do you need more information about the Family Court?
• The Legal Education And Resource Network (LEARN) may be of help to you in family law matters.