Company Research Report: Options Community Services Society
Company Overview
Name: Options Community Services Society (OCS)
Mission of the Company:
Options Community Services inspires hope and belonging for everyone. Their mission is dedicated to helping individuals in the communities they serve, empowering them to become self-reliant while promoting healthy and vibrant communities south of the Fraser River.
Founding History:
Options Community Services Society was formed effective April 1, 2009, through a merger of two longstanding agencies: Surrey Community Services Society, established in 1971, and OPTIONS: Services to Communities Society, established in 1973.
Key People:
The company is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors representing the diverse communities it serves. Names of specific key individuals are not provided.
Headquarters:
- Main Office: 9815 - 140th Street, Surrey, BC V3T 4M4
- Office #101: 13583 - 81 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3V8
Number of Employees: Approximately 500 employees and 300 volunteers.
Revenue of the Company: No information is available.
What the Company is Known For:
Options Community Services is a non-profit registered charity providing social services, primarily in Surrey, Delta, White Rock, and Langley. It is recognized for operating over 80 programs and projects, including transition houses for women, crisis lines, youth shelters, and transportation services for seniors and the disabled. OCS is also known for operating Habitat Housing Society, which offers affordable housing complexes.
Products and Services
Service Offerings
Options Community Services operates a variety of community-focused programs and services:
1. Supportive Housing Projects:
- Recent development includes the opening of 100 new homes for the Surrey community.
2. Home-Based Addictions Support and Detox Program:
- Provides support for individuals requiring detox assistance.
3. Women of Options Gamechangers Fund:
- A fund supported by significant donations, for example from Coast Capital.
4. Youth Integrated Services Hub (YISH):
- A project focusing on redesigning Youth Services in Surrey to improve outcomes using a preferred model for service integration.
Key Features:
- Diversity: OCS promotes and reflects the diversity of its community in its service offerings.
- Collaboration and Empowerment: The company believes in empowering individuals and collaborating with community partners to ensure effective resource utilization.
- Client-Centered Services: OCS ensures that services provided are inclusive, respectful, and adhere to the highest standards of practice.
Recent Developments
- Official Launch of Habitat@81st:
Options Community Services announced the grand opening of a supportive housing project offering 100 new homes in Surrey. This development underscores the organization's commitment to addressing housing needs in their community.
- Strategic Partnerships:
Notable partnerships include the significant donation from Coast Capital to the Women of Options Gamechangers fund, enabling continued support for women's programs.
- Pandemic Adaptation:
Options Community Services implemented additional safety precautions and revised its service approach during the COVID-19 pandemic, maintaining essential services while prioritizing safety.
- Accolades and Compliance:
The organization complies with municipal, provincial, federal statutes, and by-laws and is accredited by the Council on Accreditation. This accreditation is a demonstration of a commitment to quality services.
Final Notes
This report aggregates available data on Options Community Services Society's operations, service offerings, and recent organizational developments without additional commentary beyond the information presented.
