Programs and Services

At Agassiz-Harrison Community Services we strive to provide a holistic approach to social services that are not available from neighbouring agencies.

Or programs accommodate people from all walks of life, from birth, to teens and even into retirement. Click on any of the links below for more information on our programs:

 

Better Beginnings

This Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program funded by Health Canada is a support program for pregnant women and new moms. Thanks to our Better Beginnings program families can access our local grocery store once a month for milk, eggs and other dairy and protein items at no charge.

If you are interested in participating in this great opportunity to meet other moms and babies please contact:

Call: 604-796-0313
Email: louisahardy@telus.net


 

The Family Place

Jointly funded by Community Action Plan for Children this facility provides a place for parents with infants or toddlers of pre-school age. Adults are able to share experiences and their children are encouraged to meet and play with others in a safe and caring environment.

See the calendar of events for further information

 

Hours: Mon-Wed-Thurs: 9:30—12:00pm
           Tues: 10:30-12:30

Contact: 604-796-0313
Visit: 7272 Morrow Rd, Agassiz

 

The Youth Centre/Youth Outreach

This program provides recreational activities, leadership skills and mentoring opportunities for youth between the ages 10 and 18. With the addition of our new Youth Center we have the capability to host youth conferences, meetings and special events. The goal is to provide positive development and safe leisure activities, in a supervised space where youth can feel safe to socialize, talk and join in on safe leadership focused activities.

Hours: Varies according to youth schedule. See the calendar of events for current hours.
Email: apalmer@shawlink.ca

 

The Girlpower Program

The aim of the Girlpower Program is to provide girls with the opportunity to talk about issues that may influence their self-confidence and self-esteem during adolescence, and to help them develop skills and strategies to combat negative experiences. we will strive to achieve these goals by encouraging participation in positive discussions and fun activities.
The girls group schedule of activities varies, please call for further information.

Call: Melissa 604-796-2585
Hours: Every Wednesday from 3-5pm

 

Parenting Programs

The Nobody’s Perfect parenting course is offered twice a year.

We also offer prenatal nutrition programs and drop in times with guided workshops on cooking, canning and first aid skills. 

 If you are interested in participating in any of these great programs please call The Family Place.

Call: 604-796-0313
Visit: 7272 Morrow Rd, Agassiz
E-mail: louisahardy@telus.net

 

Emergency Food Bank

This program is available to residents in need of short term assistance and can be accessed once a month per household by applying at the AHCS main office.

The Christmas Hamper program is available during the festive season. Hampers include food items as well as presents for young children and teens. Applications accepted after the first of November.

Hours: Wednesdays from 10-12pm & 1-3pm

 

Family Support Program / Youth Outreach

Support Services for children, youth, and families. Assistance given in conflict resolution, parenting, and crises intervention.

For more information about this service, please contact:
Agassiz-Harrison Community Services office at 604-796-2585.

 

Substance Misuse Services

Outpatient Drug and Alcohol counseling for individuals and families experiencing substance misuse problems.

We support a harm-reduction model that acknowledges the various levels of risk associated with alcohol and drug use.

This program is funded with the assistance of Fraser Health Authority.

For more information about this service, please contact:
Agassiz-Harrison Community Services at 604-796-2585

 

Victims Assistance Program

The Victim Assistance Program is located at the Agassiz, RCMP office, it provides support to victims of crime by providing emotional support, practical assistance, information and referrals to those who have had involvement with the Criminal Justice System or a tragedy.

Phone: 604-796-1614

 

Thrift Store

Our volunteer run Thrift Store provides members of the community with re-cycled household goods, clothing, children's toys, house wares, furniture and tools, as well as many seasonal items.

New stock arrives daily, so drop by often to pick up some real bargains!

One hundred percent of our Thrift Store profits go back into the community to help run many of our community service programs.

 

Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am-4pm
Closed: Sundays and Holidays
Visit: 6919 Cheam Ave, Agassiz

 

Senior Peer Counselors

Offers “one-on-one” services provided by trained senior volunteers who offer emotional support, guidance and empathy, to at-risk peers troubled by loneliness, depression, isolation loss and/or conflict with loved ones as well as other life changes.

Please contact Betty 604-796-0409 for more information.

 

Friendly Phone Program

This program is run entirely by our volunteers and helps to provide companionship with “shut-ins” or seniors on a regular weekly basis.

For more information about this service, please contact Sheila Robertson at 604-796-2585.

 

Big Brothers and Big Sisters

Matching positive adult role models (aged 18 and over) with children between 6 and 13 years old. They spend time together once a week doing activities they both enjoy. Matching also “in-School-Mentors” or “Big Buddies” with children in grades3 or 4 who meet with them for an hour a week at school.

Phone: Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley 1-877-795-6695

 

CALL Program (Community Adult Literacy & Learning)

The C.A.L.L. program provides “one-to-one” volunteer tutors to adult learners needing to improve basic literacy skills. These skills may include: reading, writing, comprehension, and numeracy skills.

The program also offers “Basic Computer” workshops for those who have little to no computer experience. It is presented in plain language which is also suitable for ESL learners.

The CALL-Agassiz program is funded by the Ministry of Advanced Education and is in partnership with the University College of the Fraser Valley.

For more information, call: (604) 796-2585

 

English Conversation Circle

“Let’s Talk English” is a group which meets weekly at the Agassiz Public Library. It is open to adults wishing to improve their English-speaking skills.

This program is an extension of the CALL program which is funded by the Ministry of Advanced Education and in partnership with the Fraser Valley Regional Library.

For more information, call: (604) 796-2585

 

English as a Second Language Settlement Assistance Program (ESL-SAP)

This program provides “one-to-one” volunteer tutors to adult learners (17yrs+) who are immigrants or refugees to Canada.

The program assists helps ESL learners with reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. ESL-SAP addresses the immediate needs of the learner; such as dealing with a child’s school or how to make a doctor’s appointment.

For more information, call: (604) 796-2585
 

The services at Agassiz-Harrison Community Services are always growing and changing, and our goal is to keep the information as up to date as possible.

Please contact us if you have any further questions