The Disabled Independent Gardeners Association offer adaptations for various types of gardens and gardening equipment. Workshops are also available. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Interior Health Authority.

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Island Health Authority.

The Disabled Sailing Association offers supported sailing instruction in adapted sailboats during summer months. There is a nominal membership fee to join DSA when you book your first sail, and a small additional fee for each sailing session or lesson. Located in: Island Health Authority.

Eaton Arrowsmith School is an ABI Wellness Partner, a program that licenses a unique and interdisciplinary four-pillar program that focuses on changing the brain to improve higher order cognitive and related behavioural functions during the post-acute phase of recovery. There are two EA Locations in the Lower Mainland: Vancouver (Vancouver Read more [...]

Eaton Arrowsmith School is an ABI Wellness Partner, a program that licenses a unique and interdisciplinary four-pillar program that focuses on changing the brain to improve higher order cognitive and related behavioural functions during the post-acute phase of recovery. There are two EA Locations in the Lower Mainland: Vancouver (Vancouver Read more [...]

Encephalitis Global is a non-profit organization formed in 2005 as an alliance connecting encephalitis survivors and caregivers around the world. Encephalitis Global strives to raise awareness, aiming to promote swift diagnosis, to alleviate unnecessary suffering and to prevent untimely death. They host an annual conference to raise awareness and bring Read more [...]

Therapeutic Riding is widely accepted as a beneficial method of improving the physical and/or mental well-being of riders with a wide range of disabilities. Riding provides an opportunity for invigorating exercise and recreation, and it gives the rider a sense of achievement and self-worth. Located in: Island Health Authority.

The philosophy of assisted living is to provide housing with supports that enables residents to maintain an optimal level of independence. Services are responsive to resident’s preferences, needs and values, which promotes maximum dignity and individuality while maintaining their independence. Assisted living provides housing and support services within a home-like Read more [...]

Designed specifically and proven to improve fitness, mobility and strength for people after stroke living in the community. The small group class includes functional strengthening exercises, agility, fitness exercises and balance exercises.  Suitable for people-at any time after stroke – who can stand for 5 minutes, walk 10 meters (even Read more [...]

Exhausted? Stressed? No time for yourself? Feeling alone at times discouraged? If you answered yes to any of the above, you might find comfort in sharing some of your experiences with others in similar situations. Join a safe environment where the goal is to help you access a community of support. Give yourself a once-a-month, one-hour break where you will find support and relief.

Offers many practical suggestions, resources and supports. A series of family caregiving videos is also available for viewing. Toll-Free: 1-877-520-3267 Located in: Island Health Authority. Services are available to individuals living in every BC health authority, including: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Fraser Health Authority, Island Health Authority, Interior Health Authority Read more [...]

Social workers are educated, experienced, accountable professionals who help people find constructive solutions to physical, social and emotional problems. Social workers assist individuals, families and communities to resolve problems that affect their day-to-day lives. People consult social workers when they are going through a difficult period in their personal, family Read more [...]

A disabled BC resident who has an approved Application for an Angling Fee Reduction can buy an annual freshwater fishing license for $1.00. There is no reduced fee for Conservation Surcharges and Classified Waters Licenses. Toll-Free: 1-866-387-9771 TTY: 1-800-661-8773 Note: This service is typically accessed online or by phone.  The address Read more [...]

Fraser Health’s Home Support Services believes that home, with appropriate supports, is the best place for individuals to continue their recovery from illness and injury following a hospitalization and/or manage chronic conditions. For people with certain health issues, age-related limitations or other disabilities, managing everyday tasks can be challenging. Home Read more [...]

Runs most Mondays afternoons September through June. Speech therapist will assign you to one of 2 groups. Sponsored by Fraser Health and run through Columbia Speech Services. Takes place at the Guildford Library. Located in: Fraser Health Authority.

The Fraser Health Concussion Clinic provides early intervention and follow-up services to people who have experienced a concussion/mild traumatic brain injury, helping to manage symptoms and speed recovery. It also provides information about recovery, guidance in returning to daily activities and work, assessment of rehabilitation needs, help arranging community services Read more [...]

Community Rehab Early Discharge Initiative (REDi) is delivered in outpatient clinics (attached to hospitals) in six Fraser Health communities. It is an outpatient service providing coordinated rehab to clients who have realistic, achievable functional goals, who no longer need to stay in hospital and can be supported at home. It Read more [...]