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.

 

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

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

 

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

 

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.

 

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
 

Youth Inclusion Program

This referral based program includes young people aged 8-18. The program provides opportunities for young people where they can learn new skills, take part in activities with their peers and get support with their education and career goals. Positive role models—the workers—help to change young people’s attitudes and educate young people on healthy activities. This program is a project partially funded through the Government of Canada’s National Crime Prevention Strategy.

For information on this program contact Adam Palmer, YIP Manager at       604 798 6886 or apalmer@shawlink.ca
 

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