Community social services including counselling, shelters, family and children's programs, employment, and more. OCS is a non-profit registered charity.
January is hard for many. Darker days, cold weather, and post-holiday blues can feel overwhelming. Reach out for help if you are overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious. Here are a few mental health tips for the "January blues". Story via @CTVNews https://t.co/XAEuYKFMNd
YEAR IN REVIEW: Surrey's Top 10 entertainment stories of 2024 include the return of @FVDEDinthePARK, CBC's 'Allegiance' cop drama, @jannarden at a benefit concert for @OptionsBC and @TheSheepdogs on Canada Day. https://t.co/iTp7nWRrqW via @TomZillich
We are proud of our wonderful Director of Development who was appointed to the role of Board Chair of the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce.
Congrats @Ginny41158377 Hasselfield!
New leadership at helm of South Surrey-White Rock chamber - Surrey Now-Leader
We're incredibly proud of Iris Solorzano, honoured by the @SurreyNowLeader Community Leader Awards! Iris is Program Manager overseeing BC Newcomer Services Program , BC SAFE HAVEN Program, Migrant Workers Program, and Food Security Program. Congrats Iris! https://t.co/e2YAeJD3kV
Hope you didn’t miss the @OptionsBC craft fair, hosted by their Clubhouse- supporting adults w mental illness. Article in @SurreyNowLeader https://t.co/URyBHvR4KN
Indigenous Disability Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness, promote inclusivity, and recognize the valuable contributions made by Indigenous Peoples with Disabilities in Canada.
Read the 2024 government statement here: https://t.co/SmRBKEkYWR
@WorkBC
My second grade son has experienced too much unkindness in his young life via bullies- and due to moderate ADHD- which makes him awesome, anyway.
look at the moves this guy taught himself! #Vancouver#ADHD#hiphop
A reminder to all community service providers and to those without housing. Thank you for this info @SurreyNowLeader and @AnnaBBurns . #surrey#whiterock https://t.co/Kn12bAuxw3
Inclusive Employer Awards honour organizations who have hired individuals with disabilities. They have a lot to contribute to our communities. Congratulations to all the organizations who looked past the superficial to see the full potential. @uniti4all@WorkBC@OptionsBC
Thanks to everyone who participated in our Employer Engagement Event recently, hosted by our Options’ Newcomer Employment Program. It was a fantastic afternoon filled with insights, questions, and meaningful connections. Stay connected for updates on future events! #Networking
My latest episode w Steven Stark , President+CEO of Tsawwassen Shuttles , the largest business within his @TsawwassenFN , embodies what the podcast was designed for. It breaks stigmas, teaches,+uses storytelling to highlight overcoming adversity, not being defined by challenges, but using them to build, to lead, putting past struggles where they belong-into the character of a man who teaches us that working incredibly hard can build the unimaginable. Thank you Steven, for the privilege of sharing your story. Tune in for a powerful episode. https://t.co/1WezbxzvR1
Don't miss the upcoming craft fair, hosted by our Clubhouse clients. There are fantastic gift ideas made by talented locals. More info below! #Surrey#holidaygifts
The Options Community Services Habitat @ 81st building was named the Judges' Choice Best Overall Entry in the 6th Annual Freedom Capital Fraser Valley Commercial Building Awards last week.
The Options project also won the Affordable housing category in the event!!
Promoviendo la salud de los guatemaltecos trabajadores temporales, el @ConsGtVancouver, junto a organización comunitaria @OptionsBC, llevó a cabo Jornada de Vacunación contra el tétanos, influenza y Covid en Langley, B.C. Canadá. @MinexGt#GuatemalaCercaDeTi
Wearing a poppy is a meaningful gesture honoring all who have served our country. Let's also remember the needs of Greater Vancouver homeless and vulnerable Veterans. Donations of warm clothing or funds is vital- via us, or other organizations supporting community. Lest we forget