CHILD
& YOUTH
SERVICES
Photo Credit: Mary Helmer
CHILD & YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH
Ministry of Children & Family Development
250-559-4403
Island Wellness Society
250-559-4767
X̱aaynang.nga Naay Skidegate Health Centre
250-559-4610 or book online
Haida Child and Family Services Society
250-626-5257 or 250-559-8400
School-Based Mental Health services
(follow link for contact details)
Services are for children, youth and their families and may include individual counselling, parent support, family counselling, and/or case-management. Consultation includes looking at resources and supports both on and off-island.
Self-referrals welcome, as well as referrals from other professionals.
INFANT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
North End: 250-626-4725
South End: 250-559-4902
If you are concerned about your baby’s development and would like some information, the Infant Development Program (IDP) is available. The IDP is an early intervention/prevention program for children from birth to three years. Children aged three to five will be seen if other community services are not available. Participation in the IDP is voluntary, confidential and all services are provided free of charge.
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
North End: 250-626-4725
South End: 250-559-4902
If you are concerned your child’s ability to swallow, or ability to speak pleasecontact the above number for a consultation.
SUPPORTED CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
North End: 250-626-4725
The Supported Child Development Program (SCD) assists families of children who require additional support to access inclusive child care programs.
Working with day-cares, preschools, family day-cares and out-of-school care programs, we provide consultation services and extra staffing assistance to ensure inclusive practices for children who have a demonstrated need for extra support. We also provide help and information to parents so they can access thekind of care that best suits their child’s needs.
SCD provides support for child care staff, families and their children up to 12 years of age. Youth, 13 to 19 years of age are considered on an individual basis.