About The Tree
About Us
Kamloops Family Resources Society is a non-profit organization and registered Canadian charity dedicated to empowering women and families on their journey toward belonging, healing, and recovery. Through The Tree, our suite of programs and services, we provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where families can access essential resources and build meaningful connections.
At Kamloops Family Resources Society, we believe that with the right support, every family can create a thriving, fulfilling future. Our work is guided by compassion, trust, and a commitment to empowering families to make decisions that reflect the lives they want to live.
Support Available Through All Programs
At Kamloops Family Resources Society, we provide a range of core services designed to meet the diverse needs of women, mothers, and families. Our comprehensive approach ensures access to essential resources, education, and emotional support, fostering healthier and more secure environments for families.
Core Services
- Personalized Support: Assistance in connecting individuals to resources and navigating social services.
- Infant Development Specialist: On-site weekly support focused on the development and well-being of infants.
- Healthy Pregnancy Support: Group sessions or one-on-one consultations promoting healthy pregnancies and maternal well-being.
- Supervised Family Interactions: Safe and supportive environments for family interactions when needed.
- Health Professional Access: Guidance on maternal and child health from qualified professionals.
- Broader Connections: Referrals to treatment programs and other essential services.
- Transportation Assistance: Support to help individuals attend appointments, services, or meetings.
- Clothing Resources: Free clothing for adults and children in need.
- Baby Essentials: Access to formula, diapers, baby clothing, equipment, and breast pumps (subject to availability).
- Parenting Education: Classes or sessions to equip parents with knowledge and practical skills.
- Community Activities: Events and activities to foster community building for families.
- Childcare Support: Childcare provided during group sessions (excluding drop-ins) to encourage parental participation.
Our services include:
- Drop-In Program: A welcoming space offering nutritious meals, peer-based support, clothing, baby supplies, parenting workshops, and professional referrals.
- Mothers for Recovery Support Group: A peer-led program providing a non-judgmental, nurturing environment for mothers seeking recovery from substance use, fostering connection, trust, and healing.
- 1:1 Counselling: Individual counselling sessions to promote mental and emotional well-being, available by appointment for self- or professional referrals.
- Healthy Pregnancy Care Program: A specialized program offering support to pregnant and postpartum individuals navigating substance use challenges, including goal-setting, service coordination, and transitional support.
This holistic approach empowers families by addressing material needs, offering educational opportunities, and fostering emotional well-being, helping mothers and children thrive together.