Children's Disability Services in British Columbia
Programs and services available for children with disabilities in British Columbia, including autism funding, therapy programs, respite care, and family support.
Programs
At Home Program
Varies based on assessed needs; covers medical benefits and respiteBC's program providing medical benefits and respite for children with severe disabilities who are living at home with their families. Helps families with the extra costs of caring for a child with a severe disability at home rather than in a facility.
Eligibility: Child must have a severe disability and be living at home. Must be a BC resident. Assessment of the child's health and support needs is required.
Official websiteAutism Funding Program (Under 6)
Up to $22,000/year (up to $4,400 or 20% for training/equipment/travel)BC's autism funding for children under age 6, providing significant annual funding for eligible therapies including Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI). Up to 20% of the funding ($4,400) can be directed toward training, equipment, and travel. TRANSITIONING: Autism funding shifts to the Disability Benefit + expanded free community services in July 2026, with full transition by March 2027.
Eligibility: Child must be under age 6 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Must be a BC resident.
Official websiteAutism Funding Program (6-18)
Up to $6,000/year per childBC's autism funding for children and youth aged 6 to 18, providing annual funding for eligible autism-related therapies and supports. TRANSITIONING: Autism funding shifts to the Disability Benefit + expanded free community services in July 2026, with full transition by March 2027.
Eligibility: Child must be aged 6-18 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Must be a BC resident.
Official websiteOrganizations Serving Children (36)
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ACT - Autism Community Training
A BC organization providing evidence-based training and resources about autism for families, professionals, and community members.
ADHD Parent Program
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by ADHD in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides family support, parent resources.
ADHD Roadmap Coaching
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by ADHD in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Act Autism Community Training Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 861691236RR0001
Adult ADHD Centre
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by ADHD in Burnaby, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Assess My ADHD
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by ADHD in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Autism BC
Formerly the Autism Society of BC, Autism BC provides information, advocacy, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families throughout British Columbia.
Autism Okanagan
Improving the quality of life for individuals and families living with autism or other neurodivergence by providing inclusive social and recreational programs in a sensory-friendly, neurodivergent-affirming environment. Serves all neurodivergences including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, Tourette's, OCD, and SPD. No diagnosis required to participate.
Autism Society Of British Columbia
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 107810046RR0001
Autism Support Network Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 875916793RR0001
Breakthrough ADHD Center
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by ADHD in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
British Columbia Autism Foundation
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 892778366RR0001
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