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 (10)
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Arthritis Consumer Experts
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Arthritis Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Kelowna, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Arthritis Society Canada
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
B C Lupus Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in New Westminster, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
BC Lupus Society
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
EntheoMed: Ketamine Therapy & Wellness Clinic for Mental Health & Chronic Pain
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health and rare conditions in Kelowna, British Columbia. Provides therapy, treatment.
Mary Pack Arthritis Program - Vancouver Arthritis Clinic
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Rare Disease Foundation
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides funding, grants, resources.
Sickle Cell Association of BC
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in New Westminster, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Victoria Arthritis Centre
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by rare conditions in Victoria, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
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