Family Support Program
Robin LeDrew, (BSW, RSW), Irene Deleenheer, (BSW, RSW, MSW), Sandra Wagner, BSW and Alice Tumlinson, (B.Ed., MSMFT, MSC),Niki Connor (BA Psych) Provide direct family support, individual and family counseling, parenting and life skills education, and referrals. No fee is charged and the service is confidential.
Adult Counseling
Free, short term counseling available for a variety of issues including communication skills, anger management, marital, grief and stress.
"Parenting Wisely"
An interactive, computer-based program, designed for parents to improve parenting knowledge and skills, and strengthen the relationship between children and parents, help reduce child behavior problems, from homework and chores to delinquency and substance abuse among teens. Available for parents with young children (3-9) and parents with teens (10-18). Call 250-547-8866 for more information or to register.
Home and School Support Program
A counseling and support program for students where home or community is impacting their ability to manage at school. Referrals through school based team. Counselors: Charlie McGarrity (CLS), Sharon Storms (BSW), Sandra Wagner, BSW and Niki Connor (BA Psych).
Community Living Support Program
A community service for adults affected by serious and persistent mental illness that provides individual support to enhance day-to-day living and sustain quality of life. Please contact Charlie or Robin at 547-8866.
Addictions Counselling, Information and prevention
The purpose of this program is to provide individual and group counseling services to youth and adults in the community of Lumby and surrounding area who are experiencing issues related to substance misuse. Counselling and Support Programs Funded by the United Way, Interior Health Authority, Bingo and Direct Access Provincial Gaming Fund, School District #22 and Ministry of Children and Family Development
Kids Space
A fun, safe and positive place for your child after school. Energetic staff planning exciting afternoons for children to relax, and socialize and grow! Located at JW Ingles School, Monday-Friday, 2:30-5:30 pm, $8.00 per day for one child, (discounts available if more than one child from the same family attending). Program expansion has allowed for a primary/intermediate split! Pre-registration is required (forms and parent information sheets available here). Register by calling 547-8866. Kid’s Space is pleased to once again offer a “Christmas Camp” during the winter break! Read the Winter Newsletter to find out more!
Kids Zone
Kid's Zone 250-547-8866 North Fork Road, Cherryville Elementary School After School Mondays and Thursdays. Children ages 5-12. Starting November 15 until the end of March, the after school program will have lots to do: music, gym, arts & crafts, drama, games and friends.
Lumby Summer Day Camp ~ 2011
Thanks from Lumby Summer Day Camp! We made it to the last week of Summer Day Camp. It is sad to be ending a great summer but the staff is already looking forward to another summer of fun!
Summer Day Camp would like to thank everyone involved with the 2011 summer! Special thanks to Lumby Valley Times, Terry’s Automotive, Mabel Lake Community Club, Snac Shac, Top Video, Raven Aviation (Randy Rauck), Lumby RCMP, Robin LeDrew (Art), Vernon Science Centre, Lumby Library, Vernon Fire Hall, Jiminy Crickets Childcare, Whitevalley Community Hall, Sue Ann Clark (Zumba), and everyone who donated bottles! Thanks to all of the parents and children for a wonderful two months. Hope to see you all in the summer of 2012!
Good Times Together
Parents and tots get together on Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. - September till June at the White Valley Community Hall for playtime, guest speakers, crafts and so much more. Children socialize, as do the parents. Bring a snack and juice for your child. More info: call Tracy at 547-8866.
Cherryville Parents and Tots
For those with children newborn to 6. Invites parents and caregivers with young children to meet other parents and children and have a coffee, chat, do crafts and have guest speakers. Every Wednesday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Cherryville Community Hall. For more information, contact Toby at 547-8866
Mother Goose
Nursery rhymes and songs for parents with babies or toddlers. Call 547-8866 for times and locations.
Parenting Isn't Easy Program (P.I.E.)
Each week a different topic is introduced, with discussion being lead by the facilitator. At the end of each session parents take home a bag of activities, toys and story books to support the topic being discussed. Enjoy time with other parents as we discuss the struggles and successes of parenting children 0-6 years of age. This program is offered free of charge to all participants and we register 10 parents for each group. Child care is also provided for infants and preschoolers at no cost and coffee and a snack are served at every session! . For registration or questions please phone Tracy at the Whitevalley Community Resource Centre at 547-8866. Register early – this wonderful program fills up quickly!! , Childrens programs are funded by Ministry of Children and Family Development, Success by 6 (United Way) and Public Health Agency of Canada The Parent Resource Guide. This guide has a wealth of information for families with children 0-6.