This group provides an opportunity for men to get together, hold each other accountable, and be authentic. Men come to the group with a myriad of issues they would like to address, including anger issues, relationship issues, addiction and/or mental health issues, or to stay grounded in their lives. Almost all of the men that attend find great benefit in the therapeutic environment provided in the Men’s Group, along with a close-knit camaraderie. This program is funded through community partnerships and is free for individuals that identify as male.
This program offers up-to-date phone referrals to local programs and services that assist seniors.
This volunteer-based program offers friendly visits, caregiver and peer support, and transportation to seniors who may be isolated and without social networks. Seniors Helping Seniors welcomes seniors in the Kimberley and surrounding rural area to access services.
Stopping the Violence Women’s Outreach is a community-based women’s program that supports self-identified women experiencing intimate partner violence, sexualized assault/abuse, and/or childhood abuse. Clients are self-referred or may be referred by various agencies in the community. Support provided may include lay counselling, grief and loss support, and referral to other community services.
This program is mandated to provide justice-related services 24/7, 365 days a year. These services include, but are not limited to, crisis response, emotional and practical support, court support, information, and referrals to victims of all types of crime and serious trauma who may or may not have reported the crime to police.
Community Based Victim Services
Community Based Victim Services (CBVS) offers practical and emotional support to individuals who have experienced gender-based or power-based crimes, including intimate partner violence, sexualized assault/abuse, and criminal harassment/stalking. The program can also provide services to those who have witnessed family violence. CBVS can provide individuals with access to information about support options and assistance in accessing emotional, financial, or other practical supports.
CBVS can also provide information about reporting options and the criminal justice system, and assist with court preparation, court accompaniment, and other supports to help individuals who have experienced gender-based violence navigate criminal court as a witness. There is no requirement for police involvement to access the program, and there are no age or gender restrictions. Survivors can refer themselves by contacting Summit Community Services Society and dialling the extension for CBVS.
Stopping the violence counselling is available to self-identified women who have experienced trauma resulting from intimate partner violence, sexualized assault/abuse, and/or childhood abuse. STV counselling is rooted in a feminist and trauma informed perspective. Individual and group counselling options are available. We work to meet women where they are at, using a strength based, survivor led approach. You must be 19 or older to access this service.
Lindsay Park After-School Program offers after school care in Lindsay Park Elementary School. The program is available to children ages 5 through 12. The program runs from school dismissal until 5:30pm and is also open on non-instructional school days, breaks, and summer breaks. Children in the program will experience sports and recreation, creative arts, literacy, health and nutrition, and personal growth. A balance of structured and free play and indoor and outdoor activities are provided each day.
The Beehive After-School Program in Marysville is buzzing with activity and fun for kiddos to enjoy! Our Beehive staff provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere, bringing their experience, enthusiasm, and creativity to the program. All children are made to feel welcome and are celebrated for who they are. A nutritious snack is provided plus plenty of play opportunities of the child’s choosing. We have special days, story time and tellers, as well as art and musical offerings.
Beehive is always on the lookout for ways to have fun both inside and out! We are a vibrant little community that meets in the light-filled library. We have a very active waitlist and encourage folks to contact us if they would like more information. Beehive, a good place to ‘bee’!
Kids Club Afterschool Program runs throughout the year to provide kids in kindergarten to grade 6 (5 – 12 years old) a safe and playful childcare option for afterschool, Pro-D days, and Spring and Summer holidays in Cranbrook, BC. Children in this program have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of activities and craft projects.
We are currently at capacity for this program with an active waitlist.
Second Steps Daycare is a licensed $10 a day, all inclusive childcare program in Kimberley, BC for children aged from 30 months to school age. This program provides opportunities for children’s development through educational and social interactions by promoting play-based learning and incorporating the British Columbia Early Learning Network in a nurturing environment.
First Steps Daycare is a licensed and supportive childcare program for infants and toddlers from birth to 36 months (3 years) in Kimberley, BC which addresses the unique childcare needs of the community. In this program we like to spend as much time as we can outdoors and enjoy playing games, singing songs, and doing activities that are developmentally challenging for the many stages between birth and 36 months.
Space is limited in this program. We have 12 spaces and 3 educators at all times.
Little Summit Daycare is a $10.00/day childcare centre located in Cranbrook. Two programs are offered the first for infants and toddlers from birth to 36 months (3 years), and the second for children from 3-5 years.
At Little Summit, we believe that children learn through play. We build on the children’s interests by providing activities and experiences they enjoy. You will often see us out and about exploring our neighbourhood, playing at our local parks, visiting the public library to borrow books, or visiting the pet store to see the animals. We believe each child and their family is unique and we strive to meet everyone’s needs.
Space is limited in these programs. We are licensed for 12 spaces in the 0-3 program and 16 spaces in the 3-5 program.
