Are you looking for specific resources for your child? We hope that our Resource Directory will help you find what you are looking for. You will want to use the “Select Category” drop down menu below to narrow down your search, or you can use the Search box. Our resources are categorized by region as well (North Okanagan, Central Okanagan, and South Okanagan) so that you can find resources close to where you live.
Please note: If you encounter any listing that is out of date, we would love to know about it. Please contact us. Also if you know about a resource not yet listed in our database, you can add a listing to our directory here.
The Teen Transition Planning System was established to provide a comprehensive training and support mechanism for families and professionals throughout BC. It began as a transition committee in Langley, BC with our first workshop in person centred planning, and has quickly grown into a network of coordinated and interconnected systems and services spanning throughout BC. Below are the building blocks that we have discovered (so far) that are essential in building Transition Ready communities:
PARENTS: We hope you will find this system safe, informative, and encouraging in your journey with your teen.
PROFESSIONALS: We hope you will find that this system builds and extends the great work you already do in supporting families in your community.
The Canucks Autism Network (CAN)
Provides year-round, innovative, high quality sports, recreational, social and employment related programs for individuals and families living with autism, while building awareness and capacity through community networks across British Columbia.
101-2020 Yukon Street Vancouver BC V5Y 3N8
The Penticton Centre for Exceptional Learning (Penticton EXCEL) was created by a group of parents who wanted more for their children. More than what public schools could offer. More than what they could offer by home-schooling. A learning centre designed and staffed specifically for students with high functioning autism. A sensory-sensitive centre where students could augment their Ministry of Education curriculum with life skills, social skills, and executive function skills. A centre without bullies. A centre where being “unique” is “normal”.
This type of alternative education for students with autism is not new, but it is new to the South Okanagan. There are excellent private learning centres in which students on the Autism Spectrum are thriving: our children deserve the chance to thrive too.
Penticton EXCEL is operated by The Penticton Centre for Exceptional Learning Society (an incorporated non-profit society).
The goal of the centre is not to profit by way of families dealing with autism; the goal is to support and encourage our students so that they can excel.
South Okanagan
Unit 120-3547 Skaha Lake Road Penticton BC V2A 7K2 Canada
THINKING AUTISM GUIDE
The goal of TPGA is to help you fast-forward past society’s rampant autism fabrications and negativity, by providing clear, thoughtfully presented, balanced, and referenced information. We also want you to understand that autism awareness and acceptance are not merely noble but necessary attitudes — and are separate matters from the autistic and other autism communities’ never-ending fights for medical, legal, social, and educational accommodation.
Community Based Programs For People with Developmental Disabilities
TIER Support Services provides Person Centered Programs for both Community and Employment Support. One-on one assistance/support with realistic goals and outcomes developed with you and your family, friend, or caregiver. All programs are designed to assist you with planning for your independence in the community.
Central Okanagan
165 Rutland Road North Kelowna BC V1X 3B1
Welcome to ToothZone Kids, a husband and wife team that specialize in the care of infants, children, adolescents, and those with special needs. Dr. Mathew and Dr. Natalie realized they have a passion and love for working with children which led them to specialize in Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Mathew and Dr. Natalie are excited about their opportunity to make a difference and impact in the lives of many, many patients!
Dr. Shylon Mathew, DMD, MSc, FRCD(C)
Dr. Mathew graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree and then went on to receive his certificate in Pediatric Dentistry in 2006, where he also earned a Masters of Science in Dentistry. In fall 2007, he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. Prior to opening ToothZone Kids in Kelowna, Dr. Mathew worked in Rochester, NY and Winnipeg, MB following his graduation.
Dr. Natalie Mathew-Sanche, DMD, MSc, FRCD(C)
Dr. Natalie graduated from the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry with of Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. After working in private practice as a general dentist for two years, her love of working with children led to her decision to specialize in Pediatric Dentistry. In June 2006, she received her certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where she also earned a Masters of Science in Dentistry. In September 2006, she became a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentistry of Canada and started working in Manitoba prior to her move to Kelowna.
On a personal note, both Dr. Mathew and Dr. Natalie have enjoyed their move to the Okanagan and spend their free time with their sons and extended family! They are active in their church and are excited to make a difference in the lives of many families.
Central Okanagan
1634 Harvey Ave Kelowna BC