Langley Youth and Family Services (LYFS) is a locally funded early prevention counselling program dedicated to supporting children, youth, and their families in the Langley area. The organization recognizes the unique challenges facing children and youth at this time and understands that these challenges can, at times, feel overwhelming. As Registered Clinical Counselors, their intention is to come alongside and collaboratively work with families to skillfully address these issues.
In 1977, a forward-thinking and creative collaboration between two social workers, Jim Smith and Fred West, and the Langley RCMP resulted in the establishment of Langley Youth and Family Services.
Through the continued support of both Langley City and Township councils, the original vision has been preserved and expanded to now include five full-time Registered Clinical Counsellors, who work with the RCMP and our community partners in supporting the children and youth of Langley.