Geographic Areas Served: Nakusp - N. Kootenay Lake (Kaslo Area)
Public Guardian and Trustee of BC
Office has information about powers of attorney, committees, representation agreements, wills and estates and can assist when a person is unable to manage his or her own affairs.more info
Public Guardian and Trustee of BC - Child and Youth Services
Upholds and protects the rights of all British Columbians under the age of 19.more info
QuitNow BC Phone and Online Support Services
Offers free individualized and group support services via a 24/7 phone line or chat service to help British Columbians quit smoking. more info
Reconsideration & Appeal Process: Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction (MSDPR)
Regional Alcohol and Drug Day (RADD) Treatment Program
A free regional program open to young people between the ages of 12 - 19 who are motivated to make changes in their substance use.more info
Regional Concurrent Disorders Clinician
Serves young people who are being negatively impacted by their own substance use and who are also struggling in their mental wellnessmore info
Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK)
Represents 9 municipalities: Castlegar, Creston, Kaslo, Nakusp, Nelson, New Denver, Salmo, Silverton, and Slocan, plus 11 electoral areas. more info
Regional Therapeutic Recreation Services
Available to Local schools and other youth-serving organizations who wish to offer a recreation program to young people being negatively impacted by their own substance use and/or the substance use of others.more info
Rental Assistance Program (RAP)
A BC Housing program which provides eligible low-income working families with monthly assistance to help with their monthly rent paymentsmore info
Reporting Child Abuse (24/7): 1-800-663-9122
Available to anyone who is concerned about a situation pertaining to abuse or potential abuse of children.more info
