Provides continuing education opportunities and annual events for members and professionals in the funeral service field, including apprenticeship and training programs for those new to the field. Works with Consumer Protection BC to investigate inquiries and/...

Volunteer-led private Facebook group designed to provide community support for those living with, impacted by, or providing care for those with chronic lung conditions including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma.

Helps to ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents who do not have access to dental insurance. Serves seniors who have an annual family income of less than $90,000, persons with disabilities, and Canadians ages 18 an...

Offers Canada-wide access to palliative care specialists and a clinical care team specializing in the field. Provides a collection of evidence-based information, personal stories, articles, and videos for patients, families, health care professionals, and rese...

Website provides detailed information and resources about returning to work, remaining at work, changing work, or looking for work after a diagnosis of cancer. Offers information for cancer survivors, healthcare providers, and employers. Topics include cancer'...

A free choice-based physical activity, group, and individual coaching program for inactive seniors and older adults in BC. Participants receive tools, skills, and resources to start moving again, including designing a personalized physical activity program wit...

Improves access to health care in rural and remote communities in BC by allowing qualified paramedics to provide primary care services in non-urgent settings such as patients' homes and in the community. Paramedics do outreach, working with health care provide...

Provides compassionate, lived-experience support and connection to people helping a loved one who is considering or planning for Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), and those who are grieving a loss due to MAID. To request support, fill out an online form and ...

Offers limited, short-term financial assistance for cancer-related transportation and accommodation to BC residents who are cancer patients travelling to and from cancer treatment. Also, in partnership with the BC Cancer Agency, offers subsidies for approved s...

Empowers people with bipolar disorder to improve and self-manage their health and wellness. Website services include online information, webinars providing research, resources, and tools regarding quality of life; short videos on self-management strategies; in...

A national, toll-free telephone service available to answer questions and give information about cancer treatment and side effects, clinical trials, coping with cancer, emotional support services, prevention, help in the community, and complementary therapies....

Provides central intake services for home health care which offers health care and support services to adults with acute, chronic, palliative, or rehabilitative health care needs; an intake assessment is required to assess eligibility. Also supports the transi...

Lifestyle and gentle fall prevention exercise program that is safe for those with osteoporosis and low bone mass, designed to improve strength, balance, and coordination, as well as functional ability, independence, and quality of life. Provides the link betwe...

Provides vocational rehabilitation counsellors for BC Cancer patients who need assistance with work-related issues or concerns from time of diagnois until 18 months after active treatment has ended. Vocational rehabilitation counselling includes access to appr...

Provides free, confidential telephone support to adults 18 years or older diagnosed with any type of cancer and/or their caregivers. Trained volunteers who have had a similar cancer experience listen, share practical experiences about living with cancer, and o...

Provides support for people with cancer, caregivers and loved ones, healthcare professionals, and the general public. Works to reduce the risk of cancer through prevention initiatives using health promotion, community action, and advocacy for healthier environ...

Community-based organization dedicated to the prevention and relief of heart disease and stroke in BC and Yukon. Donations support research and health promotion programs. Offers a catalogue of education resource materials, information on heart health programs,...

Regional office dedicated to the prevention and relief of heart disease and stroke in BC and Yukon. Offers community-specific programs for Vancouver and the North Shore. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.

Regulator of audiologists, hearing instrument practitioners, and speech-language pathologists in BC. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.

Provides support to individuals affected by Parkinson's disease through education, support services, research, and systemic advocacy. Offers information and referral via a toll-free phone number. Produces 'Viewpoints', a quarterly magazine; offers information ...

Provides treatment, support, education, and hope of recovery for people living with a mood disorder or other mental illness, and their significant others. Also serves to build awareness and understanding in communities throughout the province. Self-help suppor...

Provides support to women with ovarian cancer and their families, and the community through public awareness, educational materials, a patient guide (By Your Side) for newly diagnosed women and women in recurrence (Still By Your Side), fundraising, and researc...

The Cardiac Rehab Program provides cardiac rehabilitation for people who already have heart or blood vessel disease, and for people who are at risk of getting these diseases. With guidance from the health team, teaches participants to exercise, eat properly, m...

Provides outpatient geriatric services to older adults age 65 and over who are facing changes to their health and well-being, including issues such as complex medical conditions, psychiatric illnesses, dementia, memory and cognition, mobility and balance, medi...

12-bed interdisciplinary unit focusing on the acute care needs of people living with life-limiting illness. Provides assessment, diagnoses, and treatment of complex pain and other symptoms. Also provides palliative outreach and consultation to individuals who ...