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Orca Lelum's programming is delivered through a holistic, Indigenous-led model of care that integrates culturally rooted healing and trauma-informed practice with responsive clinical supports. Indigenous ways of knowing guide how care is offered, shaping relationships, daily rhythms, healing activities, and expectations of care. Clinical services support care - but culture leads the healing. 

Our services are grounded in two foundational pillars:

Our Approach to Healing

Healing is anchored in Indigenous worldviews, Snuw'uyulh (Coast Salish teachings), land-based practices, ceremony, relational accountability, and community connection. Culture is not an addition to care - it is the foundation through which all services are delivered.

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Culturally Rooted Care

All supports recognize the impacts of intergenerational, developmental, and complex trauma. Safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment are embedded into environments, staffing models, and clinical decision-making.

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Trauma-Informed Practice

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<h1 style="white-space:pre-line;text-align:center">Live-In Wellness Program</h1>
Orca Lelum's flagship Live-In Wellness Program has been operating since 2024. It is a voluntary, structured, immersive program for Indigneous youth 12-18 years old who are experiencing mild substance use and mental health challenges. Youth live on-site, allowing space to focus fully on healing and growth. 
This program weaves Indigenous healing with clinical supports to build lasting change.