Axis provides a range of specialized family services in various communities across the North and Interior of BC. Families who take part in our programming are typically experiencing stress due to behaviour challenges of children and youth in their homes, temporary placement of children and youth in foster care, addiction and mental health issues on the part of different family members, domestic violence, neglect, poverty, or managing the challenges around the special needs or medical conditions of children or youth. We respond to each referral with an individualized approach based on what the family believes is required to make positive changes in their lives as well as the perspective of the referring social worker. Goals are generally related to increasing family stability and safety for all family members. For some programs, families can self-refer. All services are voluntary and are funded by MCFD. Programs vary in name, depending on the community in which they are delivered. Services range from family or caregiver support, intensive family interventions, supervised visitation, and parent education.