Due to forthcoming renovation, we have temporarily moved into Vancouver First Church of The Nazarene (Address: 998 19th Ave. E Vancouver, BC V5V 1K7).

The Salvation Army Vancouver Community & Family Services has been serving individuals and families in Vancouver and Burnaby for more than 40 years. Our mandate is to provide services to members of the community, children and families facing serious life challenges such as poverty, isolation, abuse, neglect, homelessness, addiction, hunger and mental illness. We strive to do this with a continuum of care model focusing on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs of our clients. Through our programs and services we aim to support the whole person and entire communities.

Emergency Food Assistance

Hampers are available to low-income families with children, living in Vancouver and Burnaby, and consist of items like soup, beans, peanut butter, tuna, vegetables, fruit, macaroni, rice, instant noodles, bread, cheese and margarine. Call 604-872-7676 for an appointment. For Greater Vancouver Food Bank, please phone 604-876-3601 or visit www.foodbank.bc.ca.

Clothing Assistance

Clothing vouchers can be accessed by low-income individuals living in Vancouver and Burnaby by visiting our office with identification. Vouchers can then be redeemed at any Salvation Army Thrift Store.

Other services offered include: counselling, anger management, furniture & household items, once-in-a-lifetime eyeglasses, flu vaccinations, and a community drop-in breakfast Mondays and Fridays from 9am-10am.