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This section has been created to mirror the supports I provide for Ontario families, but with a focus on individual regions. While This Way Forward was written in Ontario, the challenges, stories, and practical needs of adults with disabilities are the same across the country. Below you’ll find tabs containing a list of programs and services available throughout each province— from crisis behaviour supports to life skills training, mental health care, employment programs, and community inclusion.
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Each resource includes a short description and a direct website link so you can easily explore what’s available in your region.
LOWER MAINLAND / METRO VANCOUVER & NEARBY
Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Support for adults with autism and diverse abilities. Pivot Point’s Adult Services program helps people 19+ build life and social skills, prepare for jobs, and increase community inclusion. Services are available one-on-one or in small groups, and many are funded through CLBC (PSI, PSSL). Website: https://pivotpoint.ca/our-services/adult-services/
Community Living BC (CLBC) A provincial crown agency that funds supports for adults with developmental disabilities, autism, or FASD who need help with daily living. Supports include day programs, residential options, behaviour support, and life skills training. Website: https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/
Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) Based in Vancouver and Richmond, DDA offers adult day programs, respite, residential group homes, supported apartments, employment supports, and outreach/life skills programs. Website: https://www.develop.bc.ca/programs/adult-services/
VANCOUVER ISLAND
Island Health - Developmental Disability Mental Health Team Supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities who also face mental health or behavioural challenges. Services include assessment, treatment planning, coordination with community supports, psychiatric and nursing input. Website: https://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/community-based-services/team-based-care-recovery-services/developmental-disability-mental-health-team
Community Living Victoria (CLV) One of the largest non-profits in the Capital Region, CLV provides residential services, employment programs, and community inclusion supports for adults with developmental disabilities. Website: https://www.communitylivingvictoria.ca/
Together Against Poverty Society (TAPS) Provides free legal advocacy for people with disabilities, income assistance recipients, and tenants in the Greater Victoria region. Website: https://www.tapsbc.ca/
INTERIOR BC
Interior Health – Health Services for Community Living (HSCL) Provides assessment, planning, and support for adults with developmental disabilities in the Interior region. Works closely with CLBC to coordinate services for families and caregivers. Website: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/services/health-services-for-community-living
Communitas Supportive Care - Community Living Life Skills Program (Fraser Valley & Interior reach) Life skills training for adults who live with family or independently. Offers one-on-one and group supports to build personal, domestic, and community skills while fostering social networks. Website: https://www.communitascare.com/service/community-living-program-life-skills/
Mission Association for Community Living (MACL) Provides community inclusion, life skills programs, employment readiness, and supported living for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Mission/Fraser Valley area. Website: https://missionacl.org/our-services/adult/
Kelowna & West Kelowna Community Health Centres (Interior Health) Community-based programs offering developmental disability supports, HSCL services, and mental health care for adults and families in the Central Okanagan region. Website: https://www.interiorhealth.ca
Vernon Community Mental Health & Developmental Services (Interior Health) Supports adults with developmental disabilities through mental health services, counselling, and coordination with CLBC and community resources. Website: https://www.interiorhealth.ca
NORTHERN BC
AiMHi – Life Skills Training (Prince George) Supports adults 19+ with developmental disabilities in Prince George. Offers individualized training in communication, budgeting, transportation, home safety, and community inclusion. Website: https://aimhi.ca/how-we-help/life-skills-training/
Axis Family Resources – Community Living Services (multiple northern/interior communities) Provides outreach, life skills, employment support, crisis response, and daily living assistance for adults with developmental disabilities living independently or with family. Website: https://axis.bc.ca/services/community-living-services/
Intellectual Disabilities Society (IDSBC) – Life Skills Program Supports adults with intellectual disabilities who live at home or independently. Services focus on self-sufficiency skills like cooking, financial management, shopping, and community safety. Website: https://idsbc.org/services-ids/life-skills/
Northern Health – Prince George Programs Provides HSCL, developmental disability, and mental health services across Northern BC, including specialized supports for adults and families. Website: https://www.northernhealth.ca
REGIONAL RESOURCES
Foundry Abbotsford Offers youth and young adult services (ages 12–24) including mental health care, substance use support, primary health, and social services all in one accessible location. Website: https://foundrybc.ca/abbotsford
Abbotsford ACCESS Network Connects individuals and families with developmental disabilities to community, social, and health supports throughout Abbotsford. Website: https://www.abbotsfordcommunityservices.com
BC211 A free, confidential information and referral service available 24/7 by phone, text, or online, connecting people to social and community services across BC. Website: https://bc211.ca
Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Services (DDMHS) DDMHS provides specialized mental health care for children, youth, and adults with both intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Services vary by region but may include psychiatric consultation, behavioural supports, counselling, and case management. Referrals usually come through a doctor or community agency such as CLBC.
Vancouver Coastal Health: www.vch.ca/en/service/developmental-disabilities-mental-health-services
Interior Health (brochure PDF): www.interiorhealth.ca/sites/default/files/2021-11/Developmental%20Disability%20Mental%20Health%20Services%20Brochure.pdf
PROVINCE WIDE / TRANSITION SERVICES
Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities (STADD – CLBC) Supports youth (16–24) with developmental disabilities who are transitioning into adulthood. Provides navigator support, transition planning, and connections to CLBC services in communities across BC. Website: https://www.communitylivingbc.ca/what-support-is-available/preparing-access-clbc-supports/services-to-adults-with-developmental-disabilities-stadd/
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Benefit The PWD benefit provides monthly financial assistance and extended health supports to eligible British Columbians with significant and persistent disabilities. Supports may include income assistance, medical coverage, dental and optical benefits, and transportation or other supplements.
This list is not exhaustive, and services may change or expand over time. It’s meant as a starting point to connect adults with disabilities and their families to supports across British Columbia. For the most current and region-specific information, you may also wish to contact Community Living BC (CLBC) directly, as they can guide you to local programs and funding options.
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