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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 respite

BC'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.

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Autism 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.

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Autism Funding Program (6-18)

Up to $6,000/year per child

BC'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.

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Organizations Serving Children (106)

Abbotsford Mental Health Center, Abbotsford, British Columbia.

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

Acts of Kindness For Mental Health Foundation

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in VANCOUVER. CRA Registration: 733054670RR0001.

Adult Integrated Mental Health Services Society

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in KELOWNA. CRA Registration: 119066090RR0001.

B C Child & Youth Mental Health

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Kamloops, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

B C Child & Youth Mental Health

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Victoria, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

B C Mental Health & Addictions

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Victoria, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

BC Child & Youth Mental Health

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Kelowna, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

BC Children's Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

BC First Responders' Mental Health

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Richmond, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.

BC Mental Health Foundation

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Burnaby, British Columbia. Provides funding, grants, resources.

BC Schizophrenia Society

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Prince George, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.

Bemorr Society Mental Health And Suicide Awareness

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in ABBOTSFORD. CRA Registration: 791205149RR0001.

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