Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Program - Vancouver
Child Services, Mental Health - Child & Youth, and Youth Services
Provided by Vancouver Coastal Health
This program is designed to help develop positive parenting practices and behavioral management strategies for children who have been recently diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). For families in Vancouver with children aged 3-15.
The Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Program helps parents by providing:
- Effective communication strategies
- Behaviour management strategies
- Stress and anger management strategies
- Problem-solving and coping skills
- Esteem building skills
- Information on medications
- Consultations with other healthcare professionals
- Community presentations
Education sessions: The family-based services include group education sessions for parents about the neurobiology and characteristics of ADHD. We also offer individual/family consultations for families who are enrolled in the education sessions.
To attend education sessions, please see the contact information below to make a referral:
To attend education sessions, please see the contact information below to make a referral:
ADHA Program – Child & Youth Mental Health (CYMH) School-based Hub: School-based workshops are also available to school staff in Vancouver upon request.
A referral is required.
Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Wednesday 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Evening hours vary.
Eligibility: Children aged 3 - 15 with a primary diagnosis of ADHD living in the city of Vancouver
236-332-6826
Public email: adhd@vch.ca
Website: https://www.vch.ca/en/location...
2750 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5V 1Z9
604-519-3178 (Education Sessions)
Public email: adhd@vch.ca
Service is available in English.
Cost: No cost
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Vancouver Coastal Health:
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- Resilient Kids - Group counselling for children who have a parent with a significant mental illness
- Connect Parent Program - For parents of children dealing with attachment issues
Availability
Service area: Vancouver
Service Types Provided
Child Services
Mental Health - Child & Youth
Youth Services
Ways to Access
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at a single location
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