Our family programs promote health and wellbeing. SVNH works to ensure that all children in South Vancouver have a healthy start in life. We offer a safe and welcoming environment to all families and provide programs and services that support children in reaching their full potential.
Our programs are designed to promote positive child development, support school readiness skills, introduce families to resources and supports in their community, and provide individual support and advocacy for families. Children and their caregivers are encouraged to engage in new activities, such as learning songs and rhymes, listening to stories, and playing interactive games, because we believe that children learn best through play.
Family Gym Time at Sunset Community Centre
Family Play Time at Southside Hub.
Family Play Time at Southside Hub.
A drop-in program for children aged 0-6 and their families to build connections while enjoying songs, play, art, stories, and learning! Resources and guest speakers will be shared at the program for families to learn about what is available in the community.
When
Thursdays
10:00am – 12:00pm
Where
Southside Hub (8118 Fraser St)
Cost
Free with SVNH membership.
Contact
Drop-in, no registration required.
Contact marie.mah@southvan.org or fdi@southvan.org or (604)-324-6212 EXT 149
Other Details
Languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, Arabic, Spanish, Punjabi, Tagalog, and more.
Family Play Time at Killarney Community Centre
Family Play Time at Killarney Community Centre
A drop-in program for children aged 0-6 and their families to build connections while enjoying songs, play, art, stories, and learning! Resources and guest speakers will be shared at the program for families to learn about what is available in the community.
When
Wednesdays at 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Where
Killarney Community Centre (6260 Killarney St, Rm 203)
Cost
Free with SVNH membership.
Contact
Drop-in, no registration required.
Contact monet.yabut@southvan.org or fdi@southvan.org or (604)-324-6212 EXT 159
Family Support Services
Family Support Services
Provide support, resources and referrals to families. Community resources and information, childcare, parenting, and subsidy applications.
When
Monday – Friday
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House and Virtual on Zoom
Cost
Free with SVNH Membership
Contact
[ English, Cantonese, Mandarin ] Emily at emily.chan@southvan.org or 604-324-6212 EXT 142
OR
[ English, Tagalog ] Marie at marie.mah@southvan.org or 604-324-6212 EXT 149
OR
[ English, Tagalog ] Monet at monet.yabut@southvan.org or 604-324-6212 EXT 159
Family Support and Domestic Violence Program
Family Support and Domestic Violence Program
This confidential, community-based program provides individualized support to women who are currently experiencing or have experienced violence in their relationships. Works with women and children to build on their strengths and enhance safety. Services include counselling, advocacy, safety planning, accompaniment, information and connection to resources. Outreach is available so women could be seen at where they feel comfortable. Accepts self and agency referrals.
For more information, please call 604-324-6212.
When
Monday to Friday at 9:00am to 5:00pm
Where
South Vancouver Neighbourhood House and Vancouver area
Cost
Free
Contact
604-324-6212
South Asian Settlement & Family Counselling Services
South Asian Settlement & Family Counselling Services
Settlement services for newly arrived and long-term permanent residents is provided in Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, and English at Sunset Community Centre and Ross Temple. Naturalised citizens can also access our services. Confidential counselling on family issues and parenting is also provided.
When
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where
Ross Sikh Temple - Sunset Community Centre
Cost
Free with SVNH membership
Contact
Humaira Imtiaz, email humaira@southvan.org
Other Details
Serviced in Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, and English.