Step Forward Program
We make professional counselling accessible for individuals, couples, and families right here in Delta — no matter what you can afford. You deserve support, not just survival.
We help people in Delta and surrounding communities access professional mental health counselling, regardless of financial circumstances. No one should have to choose between getting support and making ends meet.
Reach out…it’s confidential.
Reaching out isn’t a last resort. It’s a good first step.i Contact us using this confidential form, and we will put you in touch with our service provider to complete the program application and discuss options for you.
What You Can Expect
Professional, tailored support for individuals, couples, and families.
An accessible, straightforward application process designed to get you connected to care quickly. If you filed a tax return last year, you likely already have everything you need.
Counselling that doesn’t compromise on quality, from local service providers we partner with directly.
What it Costs
We’ll ask you about line 15000 of your most recent income tax return, and the size of your household. The support you’ll receive from Step Forward is based on a sliding scale, taking these factors into consideration as well as the depth of professional expertise your situation will require.
You’ll pay our service provider directly for each hour of counselling that you use. You’ll know the hourly cost before you start. We will pay the balance of the counsellor’s fee directly for up to 10 hours per year.
“It was a huge relief…” hear from people we’ve helped.
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"I was struggling so much I was unable to work . It was a huge relief that I qualified for the program. I needed counselling at least once a week and it was hard to pay for that. Had I not been offered assistance I may have landed myself in a worse position than I was already in.”
Recent Client
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“I was feeling so overwhelmed and alone, I couldn't see my way forward. My counsellor helped me sort out what I could control from what I couldn't and helped me figure out how to take care of myself while making sure I cared for everyone else who was depending on me.”
Recent Client
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"After I lost my job, I lost myself and couldn't find a reason to get out of bed. Everyone said "why don't you find someone to talk to" but I knew I couldn't really afford it on my pension. Step Forward came to my rescue and my counsellor got me back on my feet."
Recent Client
“No one should have to walk away from the care they need just because they can’t afford it. That’s why Step Forward Health Society exists.”
— Joanne Simonis, President, Step Forward Health Society