Family Resources
Family Resources programs support the development of happy, healthy, families through drop-ins, parent education workshops, support services, and other family-centred programs.
The Team
Maria Valenzuela
Director of Community & Family Resources
(604) 879-7104 ext. 401
mariav@lmnhs.bc.ca
Lynette von Oelffen
Family Support Worker
Office phone: (604) 879-7104 ext. 402
Work cell: (236) 862-2903
lynettev@lmnhs.bc.ca
Stephanie Wright
Indigenous Support Worker
(604) 879-7104 ext. 403
stephaniew@lmnhs.bc.ca
Shalynn Kishore
Early Years Coordinator
Office phone: (604) 879-7104 ext. 406
Work cell: (236) 777-3347
shalynnk@lmnhs.bc.ca
Family Support Programs
Our Family Support Programs focus on supporting parents in our community by providing inclusive services and a welcoming environment, as well as connecting families to other resources they need.
Family Support
Provides one-on-one support and referrals to parents who are facing life challenges. Staff can help you apply for child care subsidy, subsidized housing, leisure access pass, and income assistance as well as support around parenting and mental health.
Who: Parents of children aged 0–18
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: Free with $10 LMNHS membership
Contact: Lynette at lynettev@lmnhs.bc.ca
Early Years Programs
Our early years programs focus on supporting families in raising their children in a welcoming environment, while allowing children to develop social and early literacy skills.
Family Drop-In
Come and play with your child at Little Mountain Neighbourhood House! This program provides the opportunity for parents and caregivers and their young children (0 to 5 years old) to meet new friends, play, and sing together indoors.
Who: Children aged 0–5 and their caregivers
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (presently ongoing)
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM; meet at 9:30 AM
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: $2 donation per session (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Shalynn at shalynnk@lmnhs.bc.ca or (236) 777-334
Move and Make
Come and play with your child at Kensington Community Centre! This program provides the opportunity for parents and caregivers and their young children (0 to 5 years old) to meet new friends, play, and sing together indoors while enjoying a movement activity lead by a yoga instructor.
Please pack a snack for your child if you wish.
Who: Children aged 0–5 and their caregivers
When: April 10–June 26, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Where: Kensington Community Centre boardroom (5175 Dumfries Street)
Cost: $2 donation per session (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Shalynn at shalynnk@lmnhs.bc.ca or (236) 777-3347
Parent-Child Mother Goose
Come and play with your child(ren)at Little Mountain Neighbourhood House. This program provides the opportunity for parents and their infants (0 to 12 months) to meet new friends, learn new songs, and sing together indoors.
Who: Infants 0–12 months and their caregivers
When: April 8–May 27, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM; meet at 9:30 AM
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: By donation (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Shalynn at shalynnk@lmnhs.bc.ca or (236) 777-334
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