Community Links
Interior Health is the health authority for the southern Interior region of British Columbia, including the Okanagan.
Service Canada is operated by Employment and Social Development Canada for programs such as Old Age Security, Canada Pension Plan, and Social Insurance Numbers.
In B.C., public health insurance is called the Medical Services Plan (MSP). It covers the cost of medically-necessary insured doctor services.
A Community Response Network (CRN) is a diverse group of concerned community members, service providers, agencies, businesses and professionals who come together to create a coordinated community response to adult abuse, neglect and self-neglect.
BC PharmaCare helps B.C. residents pay for eligible prescription drugs, certain medical supplies, and pharmacy services.
This organization’s missions is to “ensure people affected by dementia are not alone, by educating and mobilizing a broader community of care around them, and supporting valuable research into the disease and people living with it”.
This organization is a national health charity focusing on research, advocacy, information and suppo
The Central Okanagan Hospice Association exists to “provide quality hospice palliative care programs and services in the Central Okanagan”.
HealthLink BC provides reliable non-emergency health information and advice in British Columbia. Through their programs and services, you can get the information you need to make decisions for yourself and those you care for.
The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) retirement pension is a monthly, taxable benefit that replaces part of your income when you retire.
This organization provides education, support, and assistance to British Columbians with personal planning for the purpose of enabling adults to make decisions and plan for the future.
“Drugwatch provides information on high-risk medical products and health issues, and helps people take legal action if they’ve been injured”.
This forum has been “established to share information, discuss new and emerging issues related to seniors, and work collaboratively on key projects”.
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer, their guide “provides patients and their loved ones with resources, answers, and information over a wide spectrum or free assistance options”.
Mesothelioma Lawyer Centre
Connect with highly experienced mesothelioma lawyers to get the right legal representation.
Information on how to care for seniors with Autism.