Below is a list of community resources right here in Kelowna. If you need help or just want to talk to someone about alcohol/drinking, drug addiction or drug use, smoking, crystal meth, substance abuse and violence, substance abuse and sex, gambling, gaming or internet addiction, please contact any of the community resources listed here.

Kelowna Alcohol and Drug Services
 
Provides outpatient treatment to those experiencing issues with alcohol and/or drug use. Both harm reduction and abstinence based counseling services are offered. Drop-in services (first time or emergencies only) allow an opportunity to access services without a wait – available Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Friday from 1:15-4:00 pm and Wednesday from 9:00-11:30 am.
#1 - 540 Groves Road
 
250 870 5777

Alateen
 
Offers fellowship, support and information for family members and those affected by alcoholism – support group each Wednesday at 6:00pm at Kalano Club
 
250 763 5555

ARC Programs
 
Provides specialized services for youth and their families, including Changes, outpatient and intensive day treatment addiction services; Choices, a community based intervention program; and support services for sexually exploited youth
 
250 763 2977

Reconnect
Boys and Girls Club
 
Street level services for youth 13-24. Provides assistance to "reconnect" with family, school, and shelter.
1633 Richter Street
 
250 868 8541 (ext 4)
250 868 3466

Club 180
Boys and Girls Club
 
Daytime drop-in program that offers youth a safe place to hang out (supervised). TV, pool tables, video games, lunch, snacks. Access to counselors.
1633 Richter Street
 
250 868 8541

Kelowna Youth Services
 
Child, family and community services; support and guidance for risk/high needs youth; assist youth to choose alternatives to the streets or crime,
 
250 861 7610

Problem Gambling Hotline
 
Addresses problems for youth addressing gambling addictions.
 
1 888 795 6111

Evangel Church
 
Provides counseling, a mentor program, referrals, and support to addicted youth and adults. Also offers courses on addiction and treatment throughout the year.
 
250 762 0682

Teen Challenge BC
 
A Christian-based organization. A one-year residential program for men, aged 19-45 who are drug addicts, alcoholics, gang members, victims of abuse, dysfunctional families, or those with any other life-controlling problem.
 
www.bcteenchallenge.com
250 765 5015
1 877 777 7344