Supported Child Development Program - West Kootenay Boundary

Program is available to children from birth to 12 years of age who have a developmental delay or disability and require extra support to be included in a child care setting.

Families can self-refer to this free, voluntary program or give their consent for other service providers to refer their child.

The program offers:

• Assistance in finding programs that meet families needs
• Working with parents and community care providers to determine what support is needed
• Support in child care and other community settings to develop and implement inclusive philosophies, practices & polices
• Support in community capacity building
• Information, resources, suggestions and strategies
• Workshops and training
• Provision of networks and linkages
• Help with Kindergarten transitions
• Parenting workshops and trainings in the community.

See the website for more information and for referral forms 

Note: COINS now offers the Aboriginal Supported Child Development Program