Family support in the Central Okanagan — parenting programs, child development, adoption services, family counselling, and help for families in crisis.
Adoption services across BC for birth parents and adoptive parents. Handles domestic infant adoption, international adoption, and adoption of children in the BC foster care system.
Provides adoption services for children who are in government care.
Runs after-school programs, youth centres, early childhood programs, family support, and mental health counselling across Kelowna. The Downtown Youth Centre on Richter Street is a drop-in for...
Family programs including parenting support, groups for fathers, parenting through recovery, anger management for adults, and one-on-one in-home coaching.
Mental health support, counselling, and wellness programs. Sliding scale fees available so cost doesn't have to be a barrier.
Community-based support for women, girls, and gender-diverse people affected by violence, abuse, and involvement with the justice system. Programs include victim assistance, sexual assault...
One-stop access to family services, parenting programs, and child development resources — all in one location. Call for program schedules and appointments.
Free mental health services for children and youth ages 0–18. Includes assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and psychiatrist-prescribed medication when needed. Anyone...
Free mental health assessment and therapy for children and youth up to age 18. Run by the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
Flexible individualized services to strengthen relationships between youth and their families or natural supports (teachers, coaches, mentors). Services include advocacy, mentoring, coaching,...
Families cook together once a month at the Martin Avenue Community Centre. A fun, free way to learn new recipes, share a meal, and connect with other families.
Free counselling for children, youth, and families dealing with difficult behaviour, separated or blended family issues, parent-child conflict, grief and loss, or sexually intrusive behaviour.
Crossroads Collective offers many paid professional services (counselling, massage, speech therapy, wellness programs, and more — see their website/online booking). This HelpKelowna entry is for...
Weekly early childhood program with cultural and language activities, nutrition, health info, and family support. Two daytime sessions and one evening Family Night per week. Primarily for...
Strength-based assessment program supporting Indigenous families involved with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Helps ensure child safety, prevent removal, and provide...
Free support for children and youth ages 0-18. No referral or diagnosis needed. Includes speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, behaviour support, developmental monitoring, parenting...
Connects single parents with a screened, trained family friend for friendship, support, mentoring, and connection to community resources. Free program run by KCR. 📋 How to access: Self-referral,...
Intensive in-home family support and counselling for families in crisis. Flexible to each family's needs. Referral through the Ministry of Children and Family Development only.
Training, support, and education for foster parents to help them care for children in their homes. Referral by MCFD only.
Outreach support for foster caregivers in the Kelowna area. Helps foster parents navigate challenges and connect with resources. Contact: Alicia Curry at 250-258-4322 or acurry@bgco.ca.
Free youth wellness centre for ages 12-24. Get help with substance use, mental health, primary care, and peer support. Walk-in counselling available Tuesday-Thursday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Free publicly funded speech and language assessment and therapy for children from birth to kindergarten entry (age 0-5). Referrals from parents, doctors, or community members. Call the clinic or...
Family support programs, parenting classes, and child development services for families in the Central Okanagan.
Free home visiting program for first-time parents with children under 5. A family worker visits your home to support you through pregnancy and early parenting — helping with parent-child bonding,...
Cultural programs, housing support, meals, and services for Indigenous people in Kelowna. Main office: 442 Leon Ave (Mon-Thu 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Fri 9 AM-12 PM). Housing Office: 1745 Chapman Pl —...
Public health nursing services including immunizations across the lifespan, infant and early childhood growth and development assessments, breastfeeding support, sexual and reproductive health...
Immediate support for families facing abuse and violence. Includes resources, connections to help, and no-contact hamper delivery.
Free mental health counselling and groups for moms and families going through tough times.
Child protection, family support, youth justice, and help for children and youth with special needs and developmental disabilities in Kelowna.
Children's ministry where kids have fun learning about the Bible. Meets Sundays at 9:00 AM with special events throughout the year. Part of Metro Community Church's inclusive approach to family...
Child protection and family support for children, youth, and families in West Kelowna.
Free and confidential support for women facing unplanned or distressing pregnancies. Includes pregnancy tests, information about your options, emotional support, and practical help. Also supports...
One-on-one in-home coaching for parents, helping you build skills and a strong relationship with your children. Also helps connect isolated families with community support. Works closely with your...
Parenting classes on many topics including talking so kids listen, parenting teens, blended families, young children (under 5), prenatal wellness, sibling conflicts, and positive discipline.
Kelowna-based mental health clinic offering inclusive, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming counselling for individuals, couples, children (ages 5+), families, and groups. Specializes in...
Free drop-in early learning program for toddlers and preschoolers (birth to school age) with their parent or caregiver. Led by a certified early childhood educator. Play-based activities to build...
Prepares and supports children in provincial government care (ages 3+) through the adoption process. Also supports foster parents and adoptive families with information and education. Serves...
A welcoming space for parents of children ages 0-6. Offers parenting classes, weekly support groups, and activities to help you feel supported and confident. Check the Parent Place Calendar for...
Anger management and conflict resolution for parents and youth ages 10-16. Youth and parents attend all sessions together. Open to self-referrals and referrals from MCFD, Alcohol & Drug Centre,...
Provincially-licensed daycare facility on WFN lands. WFN Members receive a subsidized rate; enrolment is open to everyone. Specialized programming includes play-based learning, Okanagan/syilx...
Free help finding child care in the Central Okanagan. Search a database of local child care options, get help choosing what's right for your family, apply for the Affordable Child Care Benefit,...
Young Parent Program at Kelowna Secondary School, run by YMCA of Southern Interior BC with Central Okanagan Schools. For parents under 24 who had their first child before age 20: child care,...
Free prenatal classes for expectant parents under 20 (or under 25 if single, isolated, low income, or facing challenges). Four group classes plus a hospital tour. Snacks provided at no cost.
Monthly child care subsidy from the BC government to help eligible families with the cost of licensed child care. Amount based on income, family size, and type of care. Apply online through the BC...
Free online resource hub for youth and young adults in and from government care in BC. Covers education, health and wellness, housing, ID needs, money and income, personal life, and relationships....
Supports and develops Indigenous early learning and child care resources and services across BC. Offers culturally-based resources, training, and education for parents and child care providers...
Tax-free monthly payment from the BC government for families with children under 18. Starting July 2026, families earning less than $30,176 receive increased payments starting at $1,750 per year...
Helps parents and caregivers navigate mental health and substance use systems for their children, youth, or dependent adults (up to age 25). Navigators listen, assess needs, and connect callers...
Province-wide support for adoptive and permanency families and youth from government care in BC. Programs include Connect Attachment (for parents of ages 8-18), online support groups, education...
Free grief and bereavement support for children, youth, and families through the Central Okanagan Hospice Association. Includes one-on-one counselling, group programs, and resources for parents...
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Community resources for Kelowna & West Kelowna