FSGV is a non-profit working to support and empower individuals, families, and communities.
We offer programs and services designed to help people develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to create positive change in their lives. Our staff – including expert counsellors and support workers – operates from an evidence-based, trauma-informed lens to meet people where they are and get them where they want to be.
OUR PROGRAMS
Community Programs
Free workshops, coaching, and support in areas such as: finances, food, parenting, and more. Programs empower individuals and build their resilience while developing inclusive communities.
Family Supports
Programs and services that support all families. From counselling, parent education, and mediation to providing information and referrals to community offerings, FSGV responds to family concerns that arise from poverty, trauma, substance disorders, and more.
FSEAP
The Family Services Employee Assistance Program provides workplace wellness and training services and an employee and family assistance program (EFAP) to organizations across BC and the Yukon.
Trauma Counselling
Professional, compassionate trauma counselling for individuals, families, children, and youth. All programs are offered from a trauma-informed, feminist, anti-oppressive, intersectional lens.
Victim Services
Trauma-informed practical and emotional supports, safety planning, resource referral, advocacy, assistance navigating the criminal justice system, and community education for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking.
Youth Services
Through Directions Youth Services, FSGV provides low-barrier support to young people who are at-risk, precariously housed, or experiencing homelessness. PRIYD is a program for CYSN. All our youth programs and services give support in pursuing goals and independence.
OUR IMPACT IN 2021
25M+
Spent on programs
14
Locations
12K+
Clients
18
Municipalities served
10K+
Volunteer hours
420
Staff
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ACCREDITATION
Family Services of Greater Vancouver is accredited by CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) and conforms to the highest level of nationally and internationally recognized service standards.
2020 CARF Survey Results