HEALTH, EDUCATION & FINANCE HEALTH ACT NOW BC Simple tips for better health: program to help families live healthier lives through improved nutrition and increased physical activity. www.healthyfamiliesbc.ca.................................... ALCOHOL & DRUG INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICE Information and referral, education, prevention and treatment services and regulatory agencies.. ............................................... 1-800-663-1441 AMBULANCE BILLING SERVICE Provides information on ambulance billing and costs. ............................................... 1-800-665-7199 BC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 115-1665 W. Broadway, Vancouver B.C. V6J 5A4 www.doctors.ofbc.ca................ 1-800-665-2262 BC TRANSPLANT SOCIETY Directs, delivers or contracts for all organ transplant services across BC. www.transplant.bc.ca............... 1-800-663-6189 CANADIAN RED CROSS Under the Homecare Services of this website, find information on medical equipment loan programs. 909 Fairfield Rd., Victoria, V8V 3A3, 3-2525 McCullough, Nanaimo, V9S 4M9 www.redcross.ca.........Nanaimo: 250-756-9363 .................................Victoria: 1-800-661-9055 COMMUNITY CARE SERVICES - VIHA Home Care Nursing, Community Rehab Services, Long Term Care Management, Home Support Services. 489 Alberni Highway, Parksville B.C. V9P 1J9 www.viha.ca/hcc......................... 250-951-9500 CHRONIC DISEASE SELF MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (THE) Lay-led patient education programs (Chronic Disease, Chronic Pain and Diabetes). Groups meet once a week for six weeks. “community settings (senior centres, libraries, recreation centres, etc. (by Vancouver Island University)” www.coag.uvic.ca/cdsmp/information_cdsmp_ program.htm....................................................... ............................................... 1-866-902-3767 ELDER COLLEGE Free courses for 55+. Wide variety of courses led by volunteer instructors with passion for their topic. “Parksville and Nanaimo (through Vancouver Island University)” www.viu.ca...................................250-248-2096 ........................................... or 1-866-734-6252 HEALTH & SENIORS’ INFORMATION LINE Information regarding health programs, Federal and Provincial Health Services available for BC Seniors. www.healthlinkbc.ca................. 1-800-465-4911 ........or Dial 811 Hearing /711 Hearing impaired
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HEALTHLINK BC: BC NURSELINE Speak with a nurse about your symptoms, consult with a pharmacist about your medication questions 24/7. www.healthlinkbc.ca.......................Dial 811/711 Hearing impaired
NANAIMO REGIONAL GENERAL HOSPITAL (NRGH) 1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo www.viha.ca ........................... 1-250-775-7691 or our location area call.............. 250-947-8214
I C YOU MOBILE OPTOMETRY Eye exams in the comfort of your home/care facility. Parksville v9p 2x2 Box 25001 www.icyouoptometry.com.............250-586-3746
OCEANSIDE HEALTH CENTRE Call for hours of operation. 489 Alberni Highway, Parksville ...................................................250-951-9550
PARKSVILLE CHILD,YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES(FAMILY PLACE) Provides Health care. 494 Bay Avenue, Parksville www.viha.ca/...............................250-947-8242
OCEANSIDE HOSTS Free service for seniors and caregivers, offering friendly, senior peer tutors to help access and use current health related websites. 653 Morison Avenue, Parksville V9P 1G3 www.oceansidehosts.webstarts.com ...................................................250-240-5914
HOSPICE SOCIETY Offer compassionate supportive care to individuals and families who are facing advanced illness, death and bereavement. 210 Crescent Rd W, Qualicum Beach, V9K 1J9 www.oceansidehospice.com.........250-752-6227 INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK & CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT 489 Alberni Highway, Parksville B.C. V9P 1J8 ...................................................250-947-8210 LIFELABS Life labs provides laboratory testing service which aids doctors in the diagnosing and treating patients. Oceanside Health Centre 489 Alberni Highway, Parksville and, #2-140 W 1st Ave. Qualicum Beach 250-752-6222 www.lifelabs.com/ on line booking ........................................... or 1-800-431-7206 MEALS ON WHEELS (SOS) Assists people by maintaining their independence in providing hot nutritious meals at a modest fee. 245 West Hirst Avenue, Box 898, Parksville, V9P 2G9 www.sosd69.com...........250-248-2093 Ext. 225
OCEANSIDE FOOT CARE NURSING ASSOCIATION Foot care maintenance provided by a professionally trained foot care nurse. ............................................... 1-888-773-1377 PARKINSON SOCIETY OF BC Address the personal and social consequences of Parkinson’s Disease. Ste. 600-890 W. Pender, Vancouver, BC, V6C 1J9 www.parkinson.bc.ca.............. 1- 800-668-3330 PHARMACARE Provides financial assistance to BC residents for eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies. www.health.gov.bc.ca/............. 1-800-663-7100 POISON CONTROL CENTRE Provides information on poisons and treatment. www.dpic.org........................... 1-800-567-8911
MEDIC ALERT FOUNDATION Provider of emergency medical information services linked to customized medical bracelets, necklaces and watches. www.medicalert.ca....1- 800-668-1507(Canada)
PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY OF CANADA A national, non-profit, web-based information service that helps Canadians find information about staying healthy and preventing injury and disease 405-757 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V6C 1A1 www.publichealth.gc.ca............ 1-604-666-2083
MEDICAL APPOINTMENT TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (SOS) Drives people to and from their medical appointments when no alternative transportation is available. By donation. 245 West Hirst Avenue, Box 898, Parksville V9P 2G9 www.sosd69.com...........250-248-2093 Ext. 222
SENIORS CANADA ONLINE Provides a fast & straightforward way for seniors, their families, caregivers & organizations that support seniors to access trusted information on a range of topics. www.seniors.gc.ca/1-800-622-6232 ..........................................TTY 1-800-926-9105
MEDICAL SERVICES PLAN Automated 24/7 phone service providing limited information about your MSP account, and general information about MSP benefits and services. P.O. Box 9035, Victoria, BC, V8W 9E3 www.health.gov.bc.ca/............. 1-800-663-7100
SCREENING MAMMOGRAPHY INFORMATION LINE Provides general information on the province’s breast screening program for women over 40. www.smpbc.ca........................ 1-800-663-9203
MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY CANADA Muscular Dystrophy is a non for profit organization committed to finding a cure for neuromuscular disorders....... 7thFloor,1401 West Broadway, Vancouver, V6H 1H6 www.muscle.ca....................... 1- 800-366-8166
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SENIORS ARE TALKING (SOS) A friendly place to socialize and discuss common concerns such as health, safety, housing, mobility and finances. Outings, seminars, refreshments and transportation provided. 245 West Hirst Avenue, Parksville www.sosd69.com.......... 250-248-2093 Ext. 224 continued on ... page 22