'Begged for help': Kelowna mom waits for treatment while child in foster care
- A mother in Kelowna, Mercedez Nichols, has been waiting over six months for addiction treatment while her daughter is in foster care with the B.C. Ministry of Children and Family Development.
- Nichols reported that she has experienced worsened addiction and homelessness while navigating the treatment system alone, believing it is vital for her daughter's safety.
- Deborah Klassen of Karis highlighted the shortage of support for mothers seeking treatment, noting the long wait times for detoxification and recovery services available in Kelowna.
- Bety Tesfay from West Coast LEAF stated that removing children instead of supporting families facing domestic abuse is not a solution, calling for more resources for caregivers.
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