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
Indigenous Support Programs
Our Indigenous Support Programs focus on supporting Indigenous community members by providing a safe space to be seen and heard, connect with others, and heal the body, mind, and spirit.
Moving Mondays
Would you like to do some exercises, but don’t know where to start? Come join Stephanie in an inclusive fun atmosphere for activities for everyone to discover. Together we might power walk through the neighbourhood, engage in wall exercises, chair workouts, movements and stretches. Maybe learn a new dance?
Who: Women and men with children
When: Mondays (resumes Sept 8)
Time: 1:00–2:00 PM
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: Free (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Stephanie W. at stephaniew@lmnhs.bc.ca or (604) 879-7104 ext. 403
One-on-Ones
Whether you need assistance with child care, child care subsidy, parenting support or income assistance, leisure access passes for your family.
Who: Families with children aged 0–18 years old
When: Tuesdays
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: Free (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Stephanie W. at stephaniew@lmnhs.bc.ca or (604) 879-7104 ext. 403
Moms Group
Are you a mom that would like to meet like-minded moms? To have a little bit of time to get together, have a coffee/tea a light snack, and chat? This is the program for you. Moms come together every other Wednesday. Come on in for a visit!
Who: Moms, caregivers
When: Every other Wednesday (presently ongoing)
Time: 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: Free (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Stephanie W. at stephaniew@lmnhs.bc.ca or (604) 879-7104 ext. 403
Women's Sharing Circle
Women coming together to share stories, wisdom, laughs, tears and lived experiences. Our circle is open to all women. Open to listening, sharing while addressing real world challenges. Come enjoy some wonderful conversations, meet new moms. Enjoy a coffee/tea and light snacks.
Who: Women
When: Every Friday
Time: 1:00–2:30 PM
Where: Little Mountain Neighbourhood House (#102–1193 Kingsway)
Cost: Free (LMNHS family membership required)
Contact: Stephanie W. at stephaniew@lmnhs.bc.ca or (604) 879-7104 ext. 403
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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