heALth AND SUPPort SerVICeS cont� Alzheimer Society of bc resource centre www.alzheimerbc.org 604-984-8348 (North Shore & Sunshine Coast) #212 - 1200 Lynn Valley road, North Vancouver helps those concerned with or facing dementia build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to maintain quality of life� resource centres offer information, educational opportunities, and support groups�
Arthritis Answers Line
1-800-321-1433
Arthritis Society www.arthritis.ca
604-714-5550 1-866-414-7766
trained volunteers provide general information, emotional support, assistance to locate community resources and guidance to access the health care system�
Provides information, education and social support for those with arthritis� raises funds for research, advocacy, community-based self management programs, and public forums�
bc Ambulance Service www.bcehs.ca 604-872-5151 (non-emergency number) the cost of transporting a BC resident (covered by MSP), by ambulance is subsidized by the Province of British Columbia� Where an emergency medical problem requires that you be transported by ambulance, MSP recipients will be billed a user fee of $80� those receiving MSP Premium Assistance may have charges waived by calling 1-800-665-7199� When an ambulance is called to a residence, care facility or patient’s place of employment and transportation is not required or is refused, a response fee of $50 is charged�
bc balance and Dizziness Disorders Society www.balanceanddizziness.org 604-878-8383 Provides information and support for persons with balance, dizziness and all vestibular disorders� the society sponsors talks by professionals, compiles lists of
Your Carriage Awaits...
when you or your loved ones need a helping hand We provide a wide range of support services for seniors; families with children; people with mobility, visual and cognitive challenges; and people recovering after surgery. “Through the door” accompaniment and assistance: Medical appointments Dialysis, eye & cancer clinics Airport, ferry and pleasure trips Social engagements and vacations Shopping, errands and more... In-home support Walker-friendly and Wheelchair Accessible vehicles Alzheimer’s & Dementia support Veterans Affairs Canada approved
Call 604.767.4030 Proudly serving our communities: The North Shore, Burnaby, Vancouver email: marina@drivingmissdaisy.net • http://drivingmissdaisynorthshore.ca/
26 North Shore 2019 SeniorS Directory