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 (43)
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Abby Office Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Altamont Child Development Centre Inc.
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in West Vancouver, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Berwick Child Development Centre
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Vancouver, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Burnaby Children's Centres Society
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Burnaby, British Columbia. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Williams Lake, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Champlain Child Development Centre
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Vancouver, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Child & Youth Advocacy Centre of Kelowna
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Kelowna, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Child Development Centre
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Child Development Centre
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Dawson Creek, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Child Development Centre of Fort St. John and District
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Fort St John, British Columbia. Offers support services, resources.
Child Development Foundation of British Columbia
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Surrey, British Columbia. Offers funding, grants, resources.
Childhood Connections Okanagan Family & Childcare Society
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Kelowna, British Columbia. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
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