Developmental Delay and Disability Support Programs
Child Services, Condition Specific Support, Disability Services, Healthcare Providers, and Youth Services
Provided by BC Centre For Ability (BCCFA)
Provides support services to children and families with behavioural issues, DD and disabilities.
The following programs are offered:
Early Intervention
The early intervention program is for children who:
The early intervention program is for children who:
- Are between birth to kindergarten-entry age
- Have their home address in Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Richmond
- Have a confirmed or suspected developmental delay or disability
- Require Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Therapy* and/or support from our community feeding team
Services available through the Early Intervention Program include Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, and Speech Therapy.
Key Worker
FASD & Key Worker Support Services provides support to families of children and youth with complex developmental behavioural conditions (CDBC) including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Key Workers aim to enhance and maintain the stability of families, and to support inclusion of children and youth in family, school, and community life. The program serves children and youth up to 19 years of age, and their families or caregivers, residing in Burnaby who have confirmed or probable diagnosis of FASD or CDBC. The child or youth presents challenges affecting more than one area of life resulting in heightened family stress, school breakdown and/or community breakdown. Services may be delivered in a variety of environments and may change as children and youth grow. Locations include the BC Centre for Ability Vancouver office,, Burnaby office at the Metrotown Community Resource Centre, home, community settings or school facilities. A physician referral is not necessary to access the FASD and Key Worker Support Services. Please complete the Intake Form.
FASD & Key Worker Support Services provides support to families of children and youth with complex developmental behavioural conditions (CDBC) including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Key Workers aim to enhance and maintain the stability of families, and to support inclusion of children and youth in family, school, and community life. The program serves children and youth up to 19 years of age, and their families or caregivers, residing in Burnaby who have confirmed or probable diagnosis of FASD or CDBC. The child or youth presents challenges affecting more than one area of life resulting in heightened family stress, school breakdown and/or community breakdown. Services may be delivered in a variety of environments and may change as children and youth grow. Locations include the BC Centre for Ability Vancouver office,, Burnaby office at the Metrotown Community Resource Centre, home, community settings or school facilities. A physician referral is not necessary to access the FASD and Key Worker Support Services. Please complete the Intake Form.
Supported Child Development
The Supported Child Development Program (SCD) assists families of children who require additional support to access inclusive child care programs. Working with daycares, preschools, family daycares and out of school care programs, we provide consultation services and extra staffing assistance to ensure inclusive practices for children who have a demonstrated need for extra support. SCD provides support for child care staff, families and their children, up to 12 years of age, in licensed daycare, preschool or out of school care programs. Youth, 13 to 19 years of age are considered on an individual basis. Children and youth who reside or attend a child care program in Vancouver or Burnaby are eligible for SCD services from the BC Centre for Ability. A physician referral is not necessary to access the BC Centre for Ability Supported Child Development services. Self-referrals from parent and guardians or referrals from community and medical professionals are accepted. For self-referrals or referrals please use the Referral Form or email the Intake Consultant at SCDIntake@bc-cfa.org.
The Supported Child Development Program (SCD) assists families of children who require additional support to access inclusive child care programs. Working with daycares, preschools, family daycares and out of school care programs, we provide consultation services and extra staffing assistance to ensure inclusive practices for children who have a demonstrated need for extra support. SCD provides support for child care staff, families and their children, up to 12 years of age, in licensed daycare, preschool or out of school care programs. Youth, 13 to 19 years of age are considered on an individual basis. Children and youth who reside or attend a child care program in Vancouver or Burnaby are eligible for SCD services from the BC Centre for Ability. A physician referral is not necessary to access the BC Centre for Ability Supported Child Development services. Self-referrals from parent and guardians or referrals from community and medical professionals are accepted. For self-referrals or referrals please use the Referral Form or email the Intake Consultant at SCDIntake@bc-cfa.org.
604-451-5511
Website: https://bc-cfa.org
Main Office - 2805 Kingsway, Vancouver, British Columbia
778-328–1625
Supported Child Development Key Worker Support Services Program - #301, 4460 Beresford Street, Burnaby, British Columbia
Service is available in English.
Cost: No cost
Referral options:
- Self-referral
- Health professional referral
- Parent / Guardian referral
- Community Organization
Referral Forms
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by BC Centre For Ability (BCCFA):
- Pediatric Outreach Therapy Program (POTP)
- Community Brain Injury Program
- Family Counselling Support Services
Availability
Service area: Burnaby, North Vancouver, Richmond, Vancouver, West Vancouver + show cities
Service Types Provided
Child Services
Condition Specific Support
Disability Services
Healthcare Providers
Youth Services
Ways to Access
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at multiple locations
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