Our Programs

OUR MAIN PROGRAM ... PoCoMo’s Project Reach Out is an AWARD WINNING program and the first mobile drop-in centre and outreach program of its kind in BC. An innovative program, it connects with youth in the communities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Belcarra, and Anmore.

PoCoMo & Project Reach Out were the recipient of the 2008 Crime Prevention and Community Safety award for Community Group/Organization, presented by the Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General.

An evidence-based model, we recognize that there are barriers for street involved youth accessing traditional services, so with the use of a modified shuttle bus, Project Reach Out travels after-hours to areas of the community where youth naturally congregate – parks, skytrain stations, convenience stores, lacrosse boxes, skate board parks, schools, etc.

Staffed by a diverse team of adult youth workers, youth mentors and volunteers, Project Reach Out heads out after-hours and actively seeks out and engages street involved youth, building relationships that are the catalyst for change.

We engage with youth where they are, on their turf, strengthening their connection to the community, and help youth make positive choices.

The Reach Out bus is often the first point of contact for many youth struggling with drugs or other issues and provides a safe place for youth to talk with a caring youth worker.

Research clearly indicates that safety in community is not only dependent upon the number of Police Officers, Social Workers, or enforcement officers a community has. Rather the number of positive relationships in a person’s life determines safety. The more positive relationships, the safer an individual is. The fewer relationships, the more vulnerable the individual is. Reach Out Project’s main purpose is relationship building.

Project Reach out offers:
• Street outreach;
• Crisis/early intervention;
• Information and referrals;
• Drug Prevention & education;
• Brief one-to-one support;
• Follow up support; and,
... a safe and trusting place to go.

OTHER AFTER-SCHOOL & DAY PROGRAMS:
Programs are created based on needs identified by the youth we serve. After-school activities are implemented in partnership with various community organizations. See more details on each program under the program menu.

• Theatre Troupe DETOUR

• I am the Change middle school program

• ACRIiX Program

• PoCoMo Wheelchair Tennis CLassic: The only youth organized and run professional wheelchair tournament on the International tour involving over 25 youth from the community.

• Summer Programming: PoCoMo, in partnership with many community organizations and individuals, creates opportunities for youth to be involved, build essential life skills, and contribute to community.