Oh Hello … Dorothee here! As you know, I usually like to share stories of people in our community but today I am going to share my KCR story, the “full circle moment” of how my dream of building a family led to my dream job and how, through my job, I now get to […]
How do individuals thrive, when the family – that is their everything – is hurting? They simply can’t. Community coming around those families through their support of social service agencies like KCR Community Resources makes all the difference in allowing children and parents to be their best selves. Will you Share your Light with those […]
As we enjoy the beautiful colours of fall and reach for our cozy sweaters and warm drinks, the staff at KCR are busy preparing for the upcoming Sponsor A Family Holiday Season. What an exciting time it is! We remember last year and the magic that happened before our eyes, as, individuals, couples, employers, families […]
Opus Salon Kelowna is spreading the love this February by hosting its Second Annual Silent Auction in support of the Central Okanagan Family Hub, a program of KCR Community Resources.From February 14th – 28th, items from local businesses will be up for auction through Opus Salon & available online at https://trellis.org/opussalonauction.Imagine being:a Parent, needing to find […]
We hope that everyone is staying safe during this difficult time. If you or anyone you know are looking for wildfire recovery resources, you can find a variety of informational and recovery support resources on this BC211 page to share with those affected by the fires. Agencies can apply for funding through the United for […]
Social Distancing will be hard for most people during the Holidays and Seniors may be especially isolated. We have pulled together a few ideas and activities especially for the seniors in the communities for ways to get connected or stay engaged. Stay connected while staying away. Call, video chat, or stay connected using social media. […]
As the weather grows colder, share your Holiday Spirit with the local Shelters and the humans they help. Giving, as a volunteer or a donor, will make a huge difference in your own life as well as the lives of our community’s most vulnerable. Supplies Shelters May Need (please sort separately) Personal hygiene items: toothbrush […]
When social distancing cramps your traditional holiday-style, go modern and start some new traditions. Inspired by the Okanagan Young Professionals Local Love Bingo card from earlier this year and our very own Dr Henry, we have created a seasonal version, the Be Safe, Be Calm and Be Kind Seasonal Bingo. The suggestions below are just […]
The holiday season is often a time where people come together to give back to the community. Whether it be volunteering with an organization, donating to a charity, or merely making food for loved ones, the holidays are full of community members spreading kindness throughout the Central Okanagan. This year things may look a little […]
THE HOLIDAYS… that magical time at the end of each year where people gather to celebrate. It’s a time filled with traditions of family and cultural folklore and with a wide variety of events and activities throughout our communities. This publication contains a listing of holiday events, volunteer opportunities, stories and traditions, and other fun […]