Supported Child Development Program

Ages: 0 to 12 years

The Supported Child Development Program (SCDP) supports children to fully participate in inclusive neighborhood child care programs.  Child care programs include licensed preschool, group daycare, family child care and school age care.  SCDP serves children from birth to age 12 who have a developmental delay or disability and require extra support.  A developmental delay or disability may affect physical, cognitive, communicative, social, emotional or behavioural development.
Participation is voluntary and SCDP services are free of charge.  Parents are responsible for child care fees.
The SCDP guiding principles are:

• Inclusion—all children are supported to fully participate in neighborhood child care programs—extra staffing when needed, i.e. support worker
• Family centered—this means that you, the parent, choose what kind of support you want
• Individual Planning—each child’s unique strengths and needs are recognized and supported
• Child Development—children with developmental needs have access to early intervention and developmentally appropriate supports
• Community based—programs reflect local needs and priorities
• Respect for cultural diversity
• Training and support for parents and childcare providers

Referrals: Parent/Guardian, doctors, nurse, social workers, and other professionals.  Referrals should only be made with parent/guardian knowledge and consent.

For further information, please contact
Child Development Centre
10417-106th Ave, Fort St. John, BC V1J 2M8
250-785-3200 or FAX 250-785-3202
Email: info@cdcfsj.ca
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