Vancouver/Richmond Community Outreach Programs

VCOP connects people to community resources to enhance the health, independence and quality of life for participants with multiple barriers, special needs, or diminished opportunities living in Vancouver and Richmond Service is primarily one-to-one.  Community Outreach Counsellors work with participants to identify their strengths and then together with the Employment and Assistance Worker, build a personal plan that works toward achieving goals

PROGRAM FEATURES

VCOP operates a fully functional resource room where there is access to information, computers, phones, events, groups and an array of activities to inform and keep everyone involved.

• VCOP provides:
  
  • One-to-one case management and support
  • Development of goal oriented personal plan
  • Referrals to community resources
  • Transportation services
  • Follow-up services
  
  
• Counsellors can also help in the following areas:
  
  • Identifying low cost food and clothing resources
  • Housing support Replacement of ID
  • Researching and accessing education/training/volunteer opportunities
  • Accessing community recreation programs
  
  
• Lifeskills Program:
  
  • Goal setting Stress management
    
  • Harm reduction and addiction support
  • Motivational skills
  • Empowerment
  • Conflict resolution and communication skills

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue Noon - 4:30 pm
Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thur 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Resource room closes at 3:00pm Monday to Friday