Evangel Housing Societies is the umbrella organization under which three independent, non-profit housing societies operate with the mandate to provide affordable housing to the people of Kelowna, BC. Two of the three facilities are for senior adults 55 plus (79 units). The third facility is a family residence open to people of all ages (64 units).

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Provides a semi-independent retirement community house (65 years+)

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Karis Support Society contributes to genuine social transformation in the Okanagan Valley by providing a safe home, support throughout recovery, and life skills development for people struggling with life altering addictions and mental health conditions. Karis exists within the continuum of charitable organizations that provide social services for vulnerable individuals living in Kelowna. Karis is devoted to establishing a welcoming, safe and trustworthy environment where strength can develop.

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Kelowna was incorporated in May 1905 with a population of 600, when farming as the economic mainstay of the region.

The municipal organization that works to enhance the experience of living in Kelowna is comprised of nearly 900 passionate staff, including a strong Leadership Team, and led by a City Manager and Council committed to making Kelowna the best mid-sized city in North America.

Through thoughtful money management, we are able to provide core services, build new amenities and maintain existing infrastructure.

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Having started as an HIV/AIDS service organization in 1992, we have since expanded our mandate to serve individuals in the Central Okanagan living with and/or at risk of HIV, Hepatitis C, and other STBBIs experiencing concerns relating to housing, income, nutrition, health care, addictions and mental health.

Living Positive Resource Centre recognizes the value and dignity of each individual. We encourage and support our clients to make healthy choices, and we respect the choices that they make. We work with and on behalf of our clients to improve their quality of life.

We believe that all individuals deserve equity in accessibility. We collaborate with community partners and actively participate in community efforts to ensure that basic human rights are protected.

Living Positive believes that harm reduction promotes and supports the health and well-being of both individuals and communities. We believe that all humans have the right to comprehensive, non-judgmental services based on individual need. Through education and prevention efforts, we work to reduce the risk of harms to individuals and the community.

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This is one of ten Primary Health Care Centres available within Interior Health communities. Primary Health Care Centres have a more comprehensive and coordinated approach to healthcare delivery. Each centre has an interdisciplinary healthcare team that provides a range of services in a single site – i.e. a checkup with your family doctor, a visit to a physiotherapist, pharmacist, or public health nurse. The selection of services offered in each Primary Health Care Centre reflects the unique needs of its community.

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ARC Programs' mission is to provide excellent support, intervention, treatment and rehabilitative services for children, youth and families in the communities of the Interior Region of BC. ARC Programs is a multi-service community agency, based in Kelowna and operating in communities of the central and south Okanagan and Kootneys. Changes Program - Substance Use Prevention, Early Intervention and Outpatient Services - Marnie Bland - Program Director. Youth Services - Youth Agreements/Independent Living Program, Sexually Exploited Youth Support - Kelly Stewart - Program Director.

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To serve WFN and first nation's community members, on reserve. People of all age and gender. Services offered - Primary Care services, Counselling (family & youth/children), Addiction and Outreach services, financial supports, services for members, educational support services. Mission Statement WFN Community Services delivers programs and services to support the well-being of community members.

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We have been an active, vital part of West Kelowna and Westbank for over 80 years. We enjoy relaxed, progressive worship that offers us weekly renewal and inspiration, Sunday mornings at 10am.

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The First United Thrift Store is open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. In addition to clothing there are many household items available. And watch for the $5 a bag sale!

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Kelowna’s Gospel Mission Thrift store accepts gently used donations of furniture, large and small appliances, mattresses/box springs, clothing, household items, décor and linens. For large donations call 250‐862‐2404 to make an appointment for pick up.The thrift store’s top priority is to provide free clothing, linens and dishes for our emergency shelter on Leon. All items sold at our thrift store support programs, such as our dental clinic, shelter and women’s transitional housing.

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The Salvation Army Thrift Stores generate funds to support Salvation Army programs that are serving the Kelowna, West Kelowna and Central Okanagan area by efficiently and ethically recycling and selling donated clothing and other goods in a way which exceeds the expectations of our customers while providing an environment which is beneficial to the development and well-being of both our employees and volunteers.

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