Strive Centre Powell River

Offers a variety of drop-in and scheduled services and activities for adults ages 19 to 64 with diverse abilities. Engages individuals, helps them access community opportunities that inspire healthy development, socialization, well-being, and active lifestyles. Staff assist members in developing a service plan, identifying goals, creating personalized schedules, and ongoing follow-up meetings. Participants diagnosed with a developmental disability, acquired brain injury, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) must be referred through Community Living British Columbia (CLBC). Participants with other disabilities including physical disabilities and mental health must be referred through a case manager or funded by private pay. Individuals must be able to get to and from the centre themselves or with the support of a worker/caregiver; those requiring any personal assistance must be accompanied by their own worker/attendant/volunteer or make special arrangements through the centre. Centre hours are 12:30 pm to 4 pm Mondays, 10:30 am to 5 pm Tuesdays, 10:30 am to 3 pm Wednesdays, 3 pm to 8 pm Thursdays, and 4 pm to 8 pm Fridays.