SOS Childrens Village BC (British Columbia)

SOS Childrens Village British Columbia (Canada) Society (SOS BC) was incorporated in 1986 and has operated our site since 1999. The Village, our flagship program based in Surrey, was created as a grass roots response to the unmet needs of children and youth in the provincial foster care system; namely the frequent placement breakdowns and moves for children and youth in foster care, and the separation of siblings into different homes. The Villages unique model is based on dynamics implemented by Hermann Gmeiner, the founder of SOS Childrens Villages International. Our elements for success continue to be based on Gmeiners beliefs that a loving consistent family, home, and community create a circle of belonging and positive growth for children in need. This allows children to develop resilience and renewed hope leading to future successes. SOS BCs wraparound support provides counselling, art therapy, neurofeedback training, and more to help youth heal from their traumatic pasts. ...