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 (7)
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D.S.R.F. DOWN SYNDROME RESOURCE FOUNDATION
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 898907266RR0001
Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
BC-based organization providing programs, resources, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Down Syndrome Society of British Columbia
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 769929860RR0001
Fraser Valley Down Syndrome Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in ABBOTSFORD. CRA Registration: 812508430RR0001.
Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 889134979RR0001
Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 891621666RR0001
Vancouver Island Down Syndrome Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by Down syndrome in Comox, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
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