Provides 292 complex care beds, four private assisted living suites, dementia care, respite care, and rehabilitation. Housing is intended for people who are able to make the range of decisions that allow them to live safely in a supportive, semi-independent en...

Hearing clinic providing hearing assessments, sales of new hearing aids, cerumen managment and tinnitus treatment services. Fees are charged; income earned from these services goes toward supporting other Wavefront Centre's social service programs, such as the...

Provides cancer-related information, resources, and services. Operated by volunteers. Office hours are 10 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday.

Regional office dedicated to the prevention and relief of heart disease and stroke in BC and Yukon. Offers community-specific programs in Burnaby, the Fraser Valley, Langley, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Delta, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, ...

Provides support to individuals with a life-ending illness, and to their families and caregivers. Services include clinical grief counselling, as well as one-to-one bereavement support and grief support groups for adults, teens, and children who have experienc...

Serves families with young children birth to school-age who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deafblind. Family-centred early intervention promotes successful communication between children and their families. Services include support groups, information, speech a...

Provides free transportation to and from cancer related medical appointments at cancer treatment facilities throughout the Lower Mainland. Priority is given to patients undergoing cancer treatments and follow-up care. Can provide transportation for children wi...

Provides leadership and resources for prostate cancer support, education, and research in BC. Offers resources, including a free kit with nutrition guide and information, coordinates events, and provides a directory of community support groups. List of groups ...

Works to reduce the physical suffering and mental anguish of people who suffer from fibromyalgia, while increasing public awareness of the condition. Provides support groups and one-on-one programs in the Lower Mainland. With $10 annual membership, provides ad...

Provides free air transportation for cancer patients attending treatment centres in Vancouver and Victoria from points around Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast, and parts of the Lower Mainland. Also transports children with non-communicable medical issues who a...

Regional health authorities provide clinical and support services in partnership with the family physician, for adults who require assistance for acute, chronic, rehabilitative, and end-of-life care needs. Community Nursing and Community Rehabilitation Service...

Assists in paying for eligible medications prescribed by a physician, dentist, midwife, nurse practitioner, optometrist, or podiatrist licensed and practicing in BC; insulin, needles, syringes, and insulin pumps, and insulin pump supplies for all people with d...

Aims to promote the best interests of elder citizens of BC, in all matters pertaining to their welfare. Branches throughout the province host social, health, and wellness activities, as well as business meetings on matters of interest to seniors. A list of ema...

Provides care services and programs to seniors in need. The Good Samaritan TeleCare specializes in monitored medical alerts, home safety, and support services to individuals of all ages concerned about personal safety such as older adults, individuals with dis...

Supports patients and health professionals dealing with spondyloarthropathies. Aims to expand public and professional understanding of spondyloarthropathies and communicates with other groups internationally. Holds information sessions and events across Canada...

Provides 24-hour response for individuals with autism in emergency situations. Medical identification alerts emergency response teams of the individuals condition so that they are able to make informed decisions, de-escalate a potentially volatile situation, o...

Provides medical alerting service to Canadians with medical conditions, allergies, and special needs. Identification bracelets, necklaces, sports bands, dog tags, watches, or activity trackers are connected to a 24-hour emergency hotline where first responders...

Provides free and professionally-led online support groups for Canadians affected by cancer, including patients, survivors, and family members. Groups provide emotional support and a place to safely discuss personal topics. Chat sessions are typed (text-based,...

National organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. Works to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis. Provides medically accurate information to patients, health ...