Venables Drop-In Center

Looking for mental health support? The Kettle Society’s mental health Drop-In provides a place where vulnerable people can take refuge and socialize!

The Drop-In is open 365 days a year (over every holiday), and we serve nearly 30,000 meals every year. To make the Drop-In accessible, we keep the entry requirements as low-barrier as possible. Whether you’re already part of our community or just joining in, you’re always welcome. We look forward to getting to know you!

Since we are a Mental Health Drop-In Center, you will be required to provide us with information pertaining to your mental health in order to use our services or participate in the lunch program. 

Please speak to our staff for more information. Our staff are friendly and will keep your personal information confidential.

Program Calendar

Please note:

·         To access programs, you need to attend a drop-in orientation. Orientations are Wednesdays at 2pm.

·         For more information about our monthly Anger Management and Fruit and Veggie programs, call Natashia 604-251-5275.

·         We have more programs in development

The Kettle Health Clinic

The Kettle Health Clinic, located on the 2nd floor of our Drop-In, provides treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, as well as wound care, immunizations, health education, women’s health care, and other health concerns including referrals to other healthcare providers. All clinic services are provided by a Registered Nurse in a safe, accepting environment.

Clinic Schedule

Schedule can be subject to change, for more information please call us at: 604-251-5237

Annual Tax Clinic

In March and April, we offer a free tax clinic for simple tax return filings for low-income, homeless, and/or marginally housed individuals. We are unable to complete tax returns involving self-employment.

How it works:
1) Stop by the 2nd floor of 1725 Venables Street (front entrance) on one of tax clinic dates
2) When doors open, staff members will invite you inside and you will queue to get your tax return completed
3) Your income taxes will be completed that day with a volunteer. We can only complete taxes for 2023 and 2024.

Please bring with you:
1) Your I.D.
2) Tax slips
3) Any relevant receipts (if you have them)

2025 Tax Clinic Dates

We Are Accepting Donations!

The Kettle Mental Health Drop-In is always looking for donations of gently used and/or new basic needs items.

DONATIONS ACCEPTED

Clean and gently used Men’s, Unisex, and Women’s basic clothing (Size M, L, XL, XXL preferable):

·         Sweatpants

·         Pants

·         Hoodies

·         T-shirts

·         Long-sleeve shirts

·         Sweaters

·         Jackets/Coats

·         Rain wear

·         Belts

·         Unused/new socks & underwear

·         Outdoor, durable shoes & boots

WE ALSO ACCEPT

·         Towels

·         Tents

·         Tarps

·         Sleeping bags

·         Sleeping mats

·         Backpacks

·         Unopened, unexpired dry and canned goods

WE CANNOT ACCEPT

·         Business/office clothing & shoes

·         Dresses

·         Evening wear

·         Size: XS

·         Purses

·         Baby and children’s clothing

·         Bedding

·         Household/kitchen items

·         Furniture

If you are unsure if your items will be accepted, please call the drop-in: 604-251-2854