Complex Developmental Behavioral Conditions Assessment and Support Services (CDBC)

Program Profile

A multidisciplinary team will provide Interdisciplinary Diagnostic and Support Services to children/youth (aged 0-19) with CDBC in the Prince George area.

Funded by:

• Northern Health Assessment Network
• Ministry of Children and Family Development

What is CDBC?

CDBC is a term used to describe significant difficulties that may affect an individual in multiple areas of functioning, such as learning and development, mental health and behavior, adaptive and social skills.

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
• Complex Child and Youth (CCY): ADHD, ADD, etc.
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

The CDBC multidisciplinary team includes a CDBC Key Worker and Intake Worker who will:

• Support to families through the referral, assessment, and diagnostic process.
• Link families to appropriate community service providers and healthcare professionals.
• Provide education to parent, caregivers, community agencies, and the general public.
• Facilitate the development of a Parent Support Group.
• Coordinate assessment within the referral area.