About This Program
Children and Youth programs at TCS support young people and their families through services provided in partnership with the Ministry of Children and Family Development. We offer care in home-like settings where youth can feel safe, supported, and connected. This includes staffed youth homes for daily living support, as well as a respite home for children with higher medical needs. Our services continue to grow and adapt based on what young people and families need.
Who This Program Supports
This program supports children and youth who may need a stable and supportive place to live outside of their family home, or short-term care to give families time to rest and recharge.
Some young people may need extra support with daily routines, safety, or emotional wellbeing. Others benefit from consistency and structure during times of change or uncertainty. As youth get older, we also support them in building the skills and confidence needed to move into adulthood, including adult services as necessary.
What Support Can Look Like
Support is built into everyday life and may include:
- Help with daily routines like meals, hygiene, and getting ready for the day
- Support with school attendance and participation
- Emotional support and building healthy relationships
- Opportunities to take part in community activities and recreation
- Support with communication and problem-solving
- Building life skills like cooking, budgeting, and self-care
- Assistance with medications, medical appointments, and ongoing health needs
- Specialized care for children with more complex medical needs
- Gradual preparation for the transition to adulthood
Our Approach
We take time to get to know each young person and what matters to them. Support is shaped around their needs, strengths and goals, and adjusts as they grow and change.
Our focus is on creating environments that feel safe, consistent, and respectful. We work collaboratively with families and guardians, MCFD workers, and medical professionals to ensure each young person receives well-rounded, coordinated support.
Every step is guided by choice, dignity, and a belief in each person’s ability to grow and move forward at their own pace.
Program Details
Services are provided in partnership with the Ministry of Children and Family Development. Referrals are made through MCFD teams.
- Staffed youth homes with ongoing support
- Respite home for children with higher medical needs
- Support for children and youth with a wide range of support needs
We support youth as they prepare for adulthood by building practical skills, confidence, and independence over time.
Our programs continue to adapt based on the needs of youth and families, with a focus on responsive and individualized care.
If you think this program might be a good fit, the first step is to connect with your Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) worker. You can also reach out to TCS to learn more about our services and how we support children, youth, and families.
We’re here to answer questions and help you understand what options might feel right.
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“As a parent I can rely on the care provided by staff at the home, the day program and the office. They do live out their motto, to provide individualized, solution-based services.” — Jamie, C Okanagan Shuswap
