Prevously known as: Okanagan Families Society

- Provides a weekly prenatal program that offers a nutritious lunch, prenatal vitamins (at no cost), food certificates to enhance healthy eating, information on healthy eating during pregnancy, and information on breastfeeding- This program receives visits from a Public Health Nurse to discuss topics of interest- Please call for further details \Languages: English

Close To: Enterprise Way and Hwy 33

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- Offers summer camps for the whole family including mom's and tots camp, teen camp, holiday camp, Jr. and Sr. performing arts camps, women's camp, men's camp, officer's camp, and adult fellowship camp- The facilities are available for group rentals; please visit our website for details \Languages: English

Close To: Marine Dr and Burns Rd

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Prevously known as: Okanagan Families Society

- Provides training, support, consultation and education to foster parents- A support worker works with the foster parents to identify challenges regarding the care of children placed in their homes- Foster parents receive consultation, crisis intervention, debriefing, mediation, and training in crisis management and prevention- The children placed in foster homes also receive support through the program. \Languages: English

Close To: Enterprise Way and Hwy 33

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- Prepares annual Income Tax returns for low-income adults- Returns are completed by trained volunteers

Accessibility: Fully Accessible \Alternate Contact: Sonia WIthers, Community Ministries Outreach Coordinator, Community Life Centre; Phone: 250.765.3450; Fax: 250.765.3456; Email: [email protected] \Hours: Hours dependant upon volunteer availability \Languages: English

Close To: Rutland Rd S and Gray Rd

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Prevously known as: Wildfire Management Branch

- Manages wildfires on both Crown and private lands outside of organized areas such as municipalities or regional districts- Protects life and assets, particularly forests and grasslands, but gives high priority to fires in interface areas where communities and forests come together \Primary Contact: Max Birkner, Fire Information Officer; Phone: 250.554.5964 * 250.318.6959 \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BCForestFireInfo/Twitter: twitter.com/BCGovFireInfo

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- Produces theatrical presentations, showcases local amateur talent, and encourages youth in theatre arts at schools via work shops and performances- Fosters and encourages artistic and practical development of membership through hands-on learning experiences in all aspects of theatre production and management- Provides a positive impact on the quality of life in our community, and stimulates co-operation with other arts-based community organizations for mutual assistance and enrichment \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheatreKelownaSocietyTwitter: twitter.com/TKSKelowna

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Prevously known as: Okanagan Families Society

- Creates a space where parents feel validated, valued and understood as they navigate the challenges of parenting children ages 0-6 - Activities and programs offered are focused on supporting parents to do the best job they can raising their children and include parent education courses, weekly parent support groups, and resources consisting of brochures and pamphlets available to take home and keep as reference material- Check the calendar to view dates and times of programs offered \Languages: English

Close To: Enterprise Way and Hwy 33

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- Offers youth Detox program based on the wellness wheel model and provides residential beds to safely withdraw from substances- Focuses on the whole person: physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing- Healthy ways of coping will be explored and Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) techniques presented- Works with each participant on planning discharge from the program, which includes assistance with safe housing, income assistance, and follow up with counselors, etc.- Includes family in the process and they will have access to transitional counseling to ensure a smoother integration- Program is 5-15 days in duration

Close To: Hwy 33 W and Franklyn Rd

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Prevously known as: Okanagan Families Society

- Provides young people, including pregnant or parenting youth, with self-contained accommodation that offers a realistic living experience- Each suite has a mentor on-site for support and young people are assisted to gain or enhance life management skills with the assistance of the mentor and a Youth Transitions counsellor- Life management skills include financial management, household maintenance, menu planning and food preparation \Languages: English

Close To: Enterprise Way and Hwy 33

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Kelowna and the greater Okanagan are highly affected by fires and natural disasters. If you have experienced trauma related to these at any time in the past, The Salvation Army would like to support you by providing counselling services. We are aware of the impact natural disasters can have on peoples lives and want to offer free support and work with you on an individual plan for healing and wellness. \Primary Contact: Laura Stickle, Fire Trauma Counsellor; Phone: 778.214.3529 * 250.765.3450 ext 222; Fax: 250.765.3456; Email: [email protected] \Languages: English

Close To: Rutland Road & Gray Road

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Prevously known as: Okanagan Families Society

- Offers an educational group designed for children, ages 7-11, who have a family member living with a mental health issue that enhances their understanding of mental health and/or substance misuse issues, and how these challenges affect them and their families- Provides opportunities to strengthen interpersonal relationships, increase problem solving skills, and to identify networks of support- Also teaches children to anticipate and manage stressors of daily living and to cope with life transitions- Provides a safe environment in which to gain a stronger understanding of self and others \Languages: English

Close To: Enterprise Way and Hwy 33

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Offers a drop-in gathering for parents of babies and toddlers where those who may feel overwhelmed and even isolated at times can enjoy friendships, share parenting ideas, let their kids play together, and connect

Accessibility: Fully Accessible \Languages: English

Close To: Sutherland Ave and Burtch Rd

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- Offers 20 bed residential bed intensive substance abuse treatment program six weeks in duration- Program is highly structured and intensive, person centered, offered in a safe, substance free, live-in environment, begins with comprehensive intake assessment, focuses on practicing skills to deal with issues, and addresses mental health and substance use issues simultaneously

Close To: Hwy 33 W and Franklyn Rd

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Provides information in a group setting to share practical money saving tips and budgeting strategies to enable participants to work towards the goal of ensuring their available funds last the full month

Accessibility: Fully Accessible \Languages: English

Close To: Rutland Rd S and Gray Rd

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Prevously known as: Trinity Baptist Chuch

Provides opportunities for people to enhance their spiritual growth \Hours: Office Hours: Mon-Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm \Languages: English

Close To: Springfield Rd and Spall Rd

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrinityKelownaInstagram: www.instagram.com/trinitykelowna/

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- Dispenses medication, offers medication blister packaging, community immunization centre, medication reviews, and health and wellness events- Offers free prescription delivery

Accessibility: Fully Accessible \Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pmSat: 9:00am - 2:00pmSun: closed

Close To: Lawrence Ave and Gordon Dr

Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Medicine-Shoppe-Pharmacy-Kelowna-1144853772326983/

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Prevously known as: Okanagan Families Society

- Works together with children, youth, parents and families to build healthy and positive relationships within their families and communities- Offers programs and services that include counselling, consultation, and support, foster home support, Kids in Control, family counselling, Transition Suite Support, Youth Transitions, Kelowna Youth in Care Network, The Path, Connected by 25, Prenatal Wellness, Parent Talk, Community Action program for Children (CAPC), Literacy Support, Special Deliveries Pregnancy Nutrition Program, Health Weights for Children Project- Offers Residential Treatment and Withdrawal Management \Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm \Languages: English

Close To: Enterprise Way and Hwy 33

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- Offers 10 medically-supported, community-based withdrawal management beds for both men and women- Participants will be monitored by a physician and receive 24 hour a day care by a licensed practical nurse (LPN)- Program is strictly voluntary and participants are free to leave at any time- Provides assessment to determine level of need and immediacy at in-depth, one-to-one intake session, aimed at gathering key information used to guide withdrawal process- Complete physical assessment by a physician will be done with 24 hours of admission- During the treatment process residents will be able to see the physician as needed (with nurse’s discretion) up to once a day and prior to discharge for assessment

Close To: Hwy 33 W and Franklyn Rd

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- Provides opportunities for people to enhance their spiritual growth- Family, children and youth activities- Seniors drop-in- Volunteer opportunities available \Primary Contact: Lt. Darryl Burry, Lead Pastor, Kelowna Community Church; Phone: 250.860.2329; Email: [email protected] \Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm (closed 12:00pm - 1:00pm)Sat: closedSun: 10:30am (Sunday Service) \Languages: English

Close To: Sutherland Ave and Burtch Ave

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- Offers a drop-in group for seniors that provides opportunities to build friendships and play board games- A healthy soup and sandwich are available at noon for a small cost- Regularly features musical groups and soloists from across the Kelowna area, many who are also senior adults- Offers educational or information workshops of interest to senior adults on some Wednesdays- Special programs or worship services are offered at Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s and Easter- The Salvation Army makes every effort to keep connected with and care for Drop-In attenders who become sick or shut-in with phone calls, e-mails or personal visits to homes and hospitals and also regularly visit past members who are no longer able to attend due to ill health \Primary Contact: Caroline Goodman, Administrative Assistant; Phone: 250.860.2329 \Hours: Wed: 10:00am - 1:00pm \Languages: English

Close To: Sutherland Ave and Burtch Ave

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Provides opportunities for people to enhance their spiritual growth \Hours: Office Hours: Tue-Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm (closed between 12:00pm - 1:00pm)

Close To: Sutherland Ave and Richter St

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