We are a dedicated and professional group servicing the following areas of the Kootenay Region: Castlegar, Trail, Nelson, Fruitvale, Kaslo, Salmo, Slocan, Nakusp, and Grand Forks to Beaver Dell.

our philosophy...

All people have the right to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of age. At Freedom Quest Regional Youth Services we respect the uniqueness and individuality of every person we serve, working cooperatively with every person in their journey to a healthy life. We approach treatment by encompassing the behavioral, physical, spiritual, mental and emotional facets of life and incorporate this philosophy into our program content.

By utilizing a harm reduction approach to treatment, in nurturing, individual and group atmospheres, with community and family involvement, we are ensuring that the youth will have a healthy support system in their own communities and the necessary skills that will greatly benefit them in their journey.

we focus on...

• alcohol and drug information
• risk/reduction/relapse prevention
• personal goals/treatment plans
• process of change
• family/peer relationships
• communication skills
• feelings
• anger management/assertiveness
• sexuality
• health - physical, emotional, social and spiritual
• loss
• conflict resolution
• self awareness/self esteem
• life skills
• cycle of abuse
• boundaries
• power/empowerment and personal rights

additional programs in some communities...

• therapeutic recreational out-trips
• drop-in support groups
• support recovery groups
• therapeutic retreats to Whatshan Lake