The Bridge Youth & Family Services

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This week is National Drowning Prevention Week. We are so lucky to live in the gorgeous, ancestral Okanagan territory of the syilx/Okanagan peoples, where water is prominent and a part of almost every childhood! Make sure your teen is up to date on best practices for water safety and avoid any scares this summer! 🌊🏊🐠

Introducing Karen & Keith, two dedicated supporters of The Bridge's Outreach Services! For over 2 years now, Karen has been a part of our harm reduction bundling program, volunteering her time every Wednesday to bundle harm reduction supplies. Because of them, participants of Supported Recovery Kelowna gain valuable life skills, earn a reimbursement for their time, and have the chance to engage in meaningful conversations that encourage growth through recovery. Thank you so much, Karen & Keith...our program simply wouldn't be the same without you. ⭐💚

Today, we are celebrating the support and generosity of Sena and Rob, the owners of BLVD Shoes in Kelowna! Their ongoing dedication to supporting our q***r youth group, Etcetera Youth Kelowna, resulted in this incredible donation of nearly TWO thousand dollars! Sena and Rob shared that supporting the community's youth is very important to them and the reward is knowing they help make a difference. Thank you both -- your generosity and kindness certainly make a difference! 👟🌈⭐

Get the latest update on our Outreach Services! ⭐💚

The Bridge is looking for expressions of interest for multiple clinical consultation roles. Interested? Email us for more information: [email protected] ⭐💻🩺📋

You heard it here first…Add this community barbecue event to your weekend calendar! Great food, great prizes, great cause! Thanks Rona Penticton & Parkers Chrysler! ☀️⛱️🌭🍔

This Saturday July 13th is a HUGE giveaway! Courtesy of Barkman Concrete, we're giving away a WHOLE PALLET of paving stones valued at nearly $1000.00! We'll be raising money for The Bridge Youth & Family Services, and serving up some tasty burgers & hotdogs with Parkers Chrysler Dodge Jeep. For our draws to date, we've had less than 50 entries each - you won't find those odds at the casino!

The Bridge is growing! 🌳⭐
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We are so excited to be showcased at the next BBQ Fundraiser hosted by Parkers Chrysler Dodge Jeep & Rona Penticton! The duo has been hosting a series of Saturday events they're calling "Community Connections: BBQ Edition" where they grill up a ton of great food and give away some incredible prizes to raise money for a local non-profit organization! Hope to see you there next Saturday, July 13! 🍔🌭☀️🎟️

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Discover the latest at Bridgeway Gray, one of two sites where The Bridge offers an intensive, supportive live-in program for individuals seeking to address substance use challenges. 🏡

Details to come!!!

For the THIRD year in a row, Bright Jenny hosted their "Coffee with Qu**rs" event in support of The Bridge's 2SLGBTQIA+ youth group, Etcetera! The local, family-owned business organized an incredible afternoon of fun crafts, live music, delicious coffee, and pride-themed treats! Our team had such a lovely time connecting with people from the community and spreading the word about our services, and we cannot thank all of the attendees enough. The Bridge is always grateful for Bright Jenny's dedicated allyship as they continue to host this annual event in support of Etcetera. And their generosity doesn't stop there! In fact, they raise funds through the entire month of June to benefit q***r youth in Kelowna. Incredible! Thanks, Bright Jenny! ☕🏳️‍🌈

We are currently looking for a few donations! If you can help, please contact Patricia Chandler at [email protected] or 250-763-0456. Thanks in advance! 💚♻️

Have you ever wondered about the people...behind The Bridge? Meet Susan Foisy, Foster Home Support Facilitator. As she settles into her 38th year with The Bridge, we wanted to share Susan's story, and give you all the chance to get to know her in this inspiring and humorous interview about personal growth and career dedication. 💚⭐

This National Indigenous Peoples Day, we handed it over to The Bridge's Indigenous Wellness Liaison, Riley Turvey, to speak on the importance of celebrating the abundant culture of those who identify as Indigenous. Riley also shares his take on how you can support and amplify Indigenous voices/leadership within your own community! 🗣️💚

Don't forget! The Bridge will be celebrating by taking part in the Metis RendezVous 2024 in Kelowna City Park today from 11AM to 4PM. We would love to see you there! 🌳☀️

👩‍⚕️Calling all nurses! 👨‍⚕️The Bridge recently implemented a new Recruitment & Retention program for ALL onboarding nursing staff, including bonuses of up to $13,000! Interested? Check out our job postings here: https://loom.ly/UDbTzEE 📋

Summer is here! And with the change of the season comes a few changes to our programming at The Bridge:
☀️ The Families for Adolescent Recovery (FAR) group has now concluded, and will return in the fall.
☀️ Our Central Okanagan Dads (COD) group has discontinued its morning sessions. Instead, we are shifting effort and resources to enhance evening programming. Check out all the great activities we have planned for the season!

We hope you will join our team this Friday, June 21st at the Metis RendezVous 2024 hosted by the Metis Community Services Society of BC in Kelowna City Park from 11AM - 4PM! This event is in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, "a day we recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people across Canada." Stop by our booth for harm reduction info and naloxone training and spend the afternoon immersed in Indigenous culture! 💚⭐

Kelowna!!! We had so much fun celebrating with you at the Kelowna Pride Festival last weekend! Check out these amazing photos taken by our very own, Jennifer Scott! 📸 Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth and made a friendship bracelet with our team; we already can't wait for next year! As we head into the weekend, remember: love is love and representation is activism! 💚🌈☀️

A better world starts with you. 🌏⭐

The Bridge is looking for individuals to join our Board of Directors! Visit our website to find the application or email [email protected] ⭐

🌈🎉🏋️‍♀️ What a way to kick off Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈💪 Lift & Flow brought the community together on Saturday June 1st for an EPIC event in support of our Etcetera program and the Kelowna 2SLGBTQIA+ community at Red Bird Brewing!
🙌 Local fitness legends Aston Koutsantonis, Brittney Zaharichuk, and Taylor Sawchuk led the charge, guiding 50 attendees through 10 intense cross-training stations, followed by a soul-soothing 30-minute yoga session. Talk about the ultimate sweat sesh for a cause!
🌟 And guess what? They raised OVER $1,200.00!!! 🌟 That's right, folks – every drop of sweat and every pose struck contributed to an amazing sum that will make a real difference in our community.
👏 Massive shoutout to everyone who joined in, showed their support, and made this event a roaring success! Together, we're stronger, prouder, and more resilient than ever. Let's keep lifting each other up, Kelowna! 🌈💖

We are incredibly grateful to the (COHA) for their partnership during Grief Week and beyond. 💛 COHA's staff facilitates healing grief circles at Ethel House, where participants share their stories and find mutual support. 🌿 They also offer art therapy sessions and access to services like grief counseling and Reiki healing. 🎨✨ Together, we are creating a nurturing environment for healing and support. Thank you, COHA, for your invaluable collaboration! 🙏💚

The was a tranquil place to explore with interesting displays and animals nestled all around the property 🌳🦘. Our group was treated so well by the staff who answered their questions and provided facts about the different animals 🐨🦙. Everyone was so grateful for the opportunity and were visibly more joyful and relaxed after spending time on the property and with the animals 😊🐾.
Thank you to for the that made this visit possible 🙏❤️.

👶 Celebrating 30 Years of Early Years Services at The Bridge! 👶

Since 1994, our Early Years Services have been a cornerstone in supporting families from pregnancy to preschool. Offering programs like Creative Playtime, Prenatal Wellness, and Food Support, we empower parents and caregivers with essential knowledge and resources. 🍼📚

Whether you're navigating early parenthood, seeking community, or need support for postpartum challenges, our dedicated team is here to help every step of the way. Join us in strengthening families and fostering lifelong success for our little ones. 🌱

🔗 Discover more about our programs and how you can get involved on our website! https://loom.ly/1RhWAAA

A big thank you to , Store Manager Patrick Clancy, and their amazing team for their unwavering support of The Bridge Youth & Family Services! Their dedication led to a generous donation of $3,700. This was made possible through a holiday giving initiative where customers contributed during checkout. Kudos to the staff for promoting the program and to customers for their generosity. Your support is making a real difference in our community! 🌟

🦌 Today, we stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities on Moosehide Day. Let's honour and support efforts to end violence against Indigenous women and children. Together, we can create a future free from harm and filled with respect and equality for all. 🌟

One week left to register for our WINTER session of Parenting Your Anxious Youth! Starting date is Thursday, January 25th. Try our new online registration option: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfy727CapF0MtP4rLac134Kxu9hTm7Q2Zc3BmOAo3n6bW6ILQ/viewform?pli=1

Your professional input is needed! 📝 Interested? Call 236-333-6721 or email [email protected] to secure your spot. ✨