Overview

Founded in 1974, Sunshine Coast Community Services Society (SCCSS) is a community-based charitable organization that strengthens safety, stability, and connection across the Sunshine Coast.

For more than 50 years, SCCSS has worked alongside children, youth, families, adults, and seniors to respond to emerging community needs and build stronger, healthier communities. Through more than 30 integrated programs, SCCSS supports people at every stage of life by giving children a strong foundation, supporting youth and families, preventing and responding to violence, creating pathways to safe and affordable housing, and strengthening community connection. SCCSS is also the lead agency bringing Foundry Sunshine Coast to the community.

Guided by a volunteer Board of Directors, SCCSS is an independent, community-based nonprofit organization. Working in partnership with governments, foundations, donors, volunteers, and community partners, SCCSS develops local solutions that create lasting benefits for individuals, families, and the broader community.

Our Program Teams

Child & Family Counselling

Child and Family Counselling provides individual and group counselling for families, children, youth and adults. We use a collaborative approach, build on strengths to develop positive relationships, helping families find their best solutions. Some of these programs include Family Support Services and Children’s Counselling Services. View Programs.

Family, Youth and Children's Services

Child Development and Youth Services programs are family-centered, inclusive and promote active participation in supporting pregnant women, new moms, parents, caregivers, children and youth. We also provide programs in prevention, intervention and support for youth and children with a developmental delay or diagnosed disability. Services to youth include life skills development, outreach and one to one support with a focus on community inclusion and client-centred practice. Some of these programs include Bellies and Babies, Circle of Support and Youth in Transition. View Programs.

Community Action and Engagement

Community Action and Engagement programs are all about people helping people – nurturing connections, linking to resources, and building the support that enables our community to thrive. Some of these programs include the Food Bank, Thrift Store, Arrowhead Clubhouse, Legacy Housing and our Better at Home seniors program. View Programs.

Together Against Violence

Together Against Violence programs support people whose lives have been impacted by violence and trauma. Programs provide crisis intervention, shelter, counselling, advocacy and non-judgmental emotional and practical support. Some of these programs include Yew Transition House, Police Based Victim Services and Women’s Outreach. View Programs.