The The Childrens's Foundation (TCF) Respite Program is a resource for special-needs children and youth aged five to nineteen. Natural families receive respite for two nights per month on an ongoing basis. The program operates from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. Children referred to this respite program are autistic or may have a combination of autism and other special needs. Children receive respite in the homes of foster respite caregivers who have been recruited, supported, and trained by TCF. All referrals to this program come from the funding body, Community Living British Columbia (CLBC).

Contact: Wayne Sydorchuk, Program Director
                                        tel. 604.586.3375
                                       wayne.sydorchuk@childrens-foundation.org

Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) Program

This program consists of three services, all for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) whose highly complex needs are overwhelming their families’ resources. The service include::

• in-home intensive support
• long-term respite
• long-term, community-based, staffed/residential ABA teaching homes

Children eligible for this program must be under 21 years of age, have an ASD diagnosis, and have a collaborating family. All referrals must be through Community Living British Columbia (CLBC).

Contact: Helgi Remmelg, Program Director
                                        tel. 604.586.3374
                                        helgi.Remmelg@childrens-foundation.org

Fun and functional Learning Centre

FUN & FUNCTIONAL Learning Centre offers a full array of services for children, youngsters & young adults with AUTISM & Related Disorders. Our philosophical approach's framework is drawn from evidence-based practices founded on Behaviorism which includes ABA, PBS, Experiential Learning & Functional Communication...........BALANCED BEHAVIOURISM results in all aspects of the person being considered and valued. Dr. TJ Glahn coordinates the centre's diversified programming. She brings 35 years of experience and behavioural certification as a Behavioural Consultant/BCBA-D to the centre. FUN & FUNCTIONAL Learning Centre combines centre-based with in-home intervention to promote consistency across all aspects of the family & their child's life. An integrated TEAM is formed to ensure a framework for establishing communication & social skills through behavioural-based play, leisure & educational activities. For more information:

FUN & FUNCTIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL COACHING INSTITUTE.pdf [click here]      
Fun & Funtional brochure.pdf [click here]                   

Contact: Dr. T.Glahn, Program Director
                                        tel. 604.434-9101, ext 100
                                        TJ.Glahn@childrens-foundation.org