Medical and mental health support
Advanced foot care from certified nurses — available at their clinic or they can come to you in Kelowna.
Primarily a virtual clinic — see a BC physician by video the same day. Any patient with a valid MSP number can book. In-person visits available on Wednesdays at the Kelowna (UBCO) location and at...
The main entry point for free detox and residential treatment beds in the Central Okanagan. You'll do an intake interview so they can figure out the right level of care — detox, intensive, or...
Call or walk in to get connected to Interior Health mental health and substance use services. They'll ask a few screening questions and match you with the right program or care team. No doctor...
Discount recreation passes for people with a permanent cognitive or physical disability (not short-term rehabilitation). Three pass types: Combination, Program, and Facility—the City website...
Addiction support for Indigenous people, including one-on-one counselling, support groups, prevention education, and help for families dealing with violence, anger, and grief. Uses the Medicine...
Specialized inpatient program for youth ages 12-17 with significant psychiatric symptoms like psychosis, mood disorders, or severe anxiety that need extended assessment and treatment. 8-bed unit,...
Transportation support for seniors 65+ who face barriers with traditional transit due to income, mobility, or health. Three components: volunteer drivers for medical appointments and essential...
Free 8-week anger management group in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Multiple sessions throughout the year. 📋 How to register: Visit buildinghealthyfamilies.ca/contact or call...
Counselling for youth in School District 23 who are dealing with both mental health and substance use issues.
Provides funding and coordination for children and youth with complex health needs and their families in the Central Okanagan. The At Home Program is a BC government program, now delivered locally...
Contraceptive clinic specializing in IUD insertions, implants, and contraceptive care. Particularly relevant since the closure of the Options for Sexual Health Kelowna clinic. Free with MSP.
A free 10-week peer-taught recovery course for people 18 and up living with a mental illness. Call to register.
Balsam Place is a 60-unit temporary housing program operated by Connective at 3199 Appaloosa Road in Kelowna, in partnership with the City of Kelowna and BC Housing (HEARTH program). It provides...
Private in-home health care including personal care, nursing, companionship, dementia care, palliative care, housekeeping, meal prep, wound care, respite, and home infusions. Free initial care...
Regional cancer treatment centre with radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and oncology care. Toll-free: 1-888-563-7773. Also has patient and family counselling (250-712-3963), a pharmacy, radiation...
Emergency money help for cancer patients — grocery cards, travel and hotel vouchers, medical supplies, medications, dental care, and nutritional supplements. Based on income and where you live....
Clinic for managing cancer-related pain and symptoms. Your oncology team needs to send a referral.
A research library at BC Cancer Kelowna staffed by real librarians who will look up peer-reviewed information on your specific cancer, treatment options, and clinical trials. Free for patients and...
In-person and virtual support groups including prostate cancer, metastatic cancer, young adults (19-39), relaxation and music therapy, nutrition workshops, and art therapy. Schedule changes...
Support, education, and advocacy for people living with mental illness and their families. Offers peer support, education programs, and recovery resources.
Non-medical home support for seniors in the Central Okanagan. Services include friendly visiting, light housekeeping, light yard work, minor home repairs, snow removal, grocery shopping, prepared...
Non-medical home support for seniors in Peachland to help older adults continue living independently. Services include light housekeeping, transportation to appointments, friendly visitor program,...
Runs after-school programs, youth centres, early childhood programs, family support, and mental health counselling across Kelowna. The Downtown Youth Centre on Richter Street is a drop-in for...
Mental health support for youth ages 12-18 who are not comfortable going to a regular office. Staff come to the young person. Referral from Child and Youth Mental Health required.
The Richter Street Overnight Program is BGC Okanagan's emergency youth shelter — the only dedicated emergency youth shelter in the Okanagan — located at the downtown youth centre at 1633 Richter...
Community rehabilitation for adults with acquired brain injury. Services include rehab programs, counselling, life skills support, peer groups, and caregiver help. Also offers youth concussion...
Residential reintegration support for individuals whose lives have been impacted by crime. Post-release support including housing, counselling, and community connections. Cost is $75/day for...
Intensive 6-week live-in substance use treatment for adults 19+. Two locations: Gray Road (265 Gray Road — 20 beds) and Ethel House (1893 Ethel Street — 7 beds + 2 transition beds,...
Family programs including parenting support, groups for fathers, parenting through recovery, anger management for adults, and one-on-one in-home coaching.
Mental health support, counselling, and wellness programs. Sliding scale fees available so cost doesn't have to be a barrier.
Free lending of medical equipment like wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, bath seats, commodes, and bed handles for people recovering at home. Hospital beds and patient lifts available with a...
Programs for children, youth, adults, and families on the autism spectrum in Kelowna. Includes sports, recreation, wellness, mental health, and employment programs designed for neurodivergent...
Family practice clinic — appointment required. Not a walk-in clinic. Not currently accepting new primary care patients.
Supportive housing for adults 19+ experiencing or at risk of homelessness, working to manage mental health or substance use challenges. Goal is transition to independent housing within about 2...
Exercise classes and education to help prevent and recover from heart disease. Includes cardiac rehab programs.
Co-op housing in West Kelowna with 35 units (14 one-bedroom, 13 two-bedroom, 8 townhouse-style) for adults 55+ who are retired or semi-retired. Co-operative model — members buy equity shares...
Weekly coupons for lower-income families, pregnant people, and seniors that you can use at Kelowna and West Kelowna farmers markets for fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat, fish, honey, and herbs....
Provides nutritious food hampers tailored to improve the health and nutrition of individuals and families facing food insecurity. Focuses on providing balanced, healthy food options beyond basic...
Nearly 2,000 monthly packs of healthy after-school snacks — granola bars, fresh fruit, yogurt, and cheese strings — for children and youth ages 1-15 in the Central Okanagan.
Provides food support for individuals with specific dietary requirements due to medical conditions, allergies, or other health needs. Ensures access to appropriate food options. Contact the Food...
Wellness-focused food program supporting individuals with specific nutritional needs. Helps people access food that supports their overall health and vitality. Contact the Food Bank for...
Hospice, palliative, and grief support in the Central Okanagan. Includes compassionate home visitors, wellness programs (yoga, reiki, meditation), vigil support in final days, adult grief...
Health, inclusion, and wellbeing supports for students in School District 23, including help with attendance, behaviour, and learning needs. Free.
Free mental health services for children and youth ages 0–18. Includes assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, and psychiatrist-prescribed medication when needed. Anyone...
Free mental health assessment and therapy for children and youth up to age 18. Run by the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
A team of police, child welfare, medical, and counselling professionals who work together to support children and youth (up to age 18) who have experienced abuse or sexual exploitation....
Helps families plan ahead when a child with special needs is turning 19 and childhood services will end. Starting at age 16, a worker can help with planning for adult services through Community...
First point of contact for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Kelowna. Outreach workers go where people are to connect them with housing, health care, income assistance, and other...
Flexible individualized services to strengthen relationships between youth and their families or natural supports (teachers, coaches, mentors). Services include advocacy, mentoring, coaching,...
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