there are various programs providing assistance for a child to attend services
Please refer to the Goat Mountain Kids Centre Family Handbook for information.
Funding Opportunities
Government Programs Providing Assistance for a Child to Attend Services
Supported Child Care
Depending on the family’s financial situation, funding may be available for children with developmental delays through the Supported Childcare Program. The Ministry may provide extra and/or specialized staff to accommodate the needs of all children in care. Children who require extra supports will participate fully in the regular program, with additional support as required. All staff work directly with these children to promote inclusion, not segregation.
Affordable Child Care Benefit
Please take the time to review information and applications online. Staff are available to assist you with the application process.
Phone: Call 1 866 866-0800 to find out if you are eligible http://www.mcf.gov.b.ca/childcare/subsidy_promo.htm
YouTube: Watch this video for support in completing the Affordable Child Care Benefit Application: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-w8WIbhNn4
British Columbia Young Parent Program
Resources
Resources available in Nakusp
Community Action Program for Children (CAPC): Supports families with children from birth to six years old to promote the health and well-being of young children and infants. Programs include activities such as family drop-in programs, parent education courses, parent-led groups and information and referral services. Programs include Nobody’s Perfect parenting program and parent – child Mother Goose for parents and their babies or young children. http://kb.fetchbc.ca/service.html?i=544
Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program: For parents of children 0 – 6 years of age. The group program includes information on: Learning how to understand the child, information on children’s health, safety and behaviour, coping with stress, sharing ideas, tips, and experiences, how to take a break from a busy day. http://kb.fetchbc.ca/service.html
Programs available in Nelson
Located at The Family Place (Kootenay Kids)
312 Silica Street, Nelson
Phone: 250 352-6678
Life After Birth: assisting parents to make the transition to parenthood during the first year, offering one to one phone contact, one to one help and breastfeeding support, weekly mothers’ drop-in group, home support right after birth and post-partum adjustment support groups.
Parent support and education: We offer ongoing support and education for families of children 0-6 who have questions about; their children’s behaviour and development, parenting and discipline, relationships, and coping.
Aboriginal Early Intervention: Little Robes Aboriginal program offers drop-in group for aboriginal children and parents including traditional teachings, crafts, and snacks. The program aims to promote healthy babies and preschoolers and is a wonderful opportunity for Aboriginal families to connect.
Located at the Community First Health Coop
518 Lake Street, Nelson
email: cfhcoop@shaw.ca
Child Care Resource and Referral: training opportunities for care providers and parents, childcare referrals, tips on choosing quality childcare, playgroups, resource library and networking opportunities. Services available out of town by outreach van.
Pediatric Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy: Providing services to children from birth to six years of age where there are concerns regarding physical, sensory, behavioural, and/or cognitive development. Referrals can be from any source with parents’ consent. Phone 250-505-1171, Fax: 250-505-1172.
Other Resources for Parent Information
Interior Health Authority: for information on Public Health, Licensing, Adult Mental Health, Early Hearing, Speech and Language Pathologists, Nutritionists, Children’s Dental Health, Environmental Health phone 250-505-7200.
Ministry of Children and Family Development: for information on Social Workers, Child Mental Health and Child Protection phone 250-354-6480.
Kootenay Kids Society: supports and strengthens families, delivering a wide range of programs and services: https://kootenaykids.ca/
FETCH (For Everything That’s Community Health): an online resource that helps you find a variety of information: http://kb.fetchbc.ca/index.html?c=cyf&t=29
Childcare Resource & Referral Program: http://kb.fetchbc.ca/service.html?i=505
Kootenay Family Place Supported Child Development Program: https://kootenayfamilyplace.org/childrens-services/supported-child-development/
Goat Mountain Kids Society 