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Seniors & Elders
Ahousaht Community Health Services
The primary goal of Ahousaht's Social Development department is to provide the community with support needed to be healthy, productive and safe.
Social Development also works with Nuu Chah Nulth Education Training Program (NETP) in assisting clients with workshops, and resume building.
Ahousaht Social Development oversees Home Care & Personal Care in our community.
Alberni Clayoquot Health Network (ACHN)
The purpose of the ACHN is to network like-minded organizations, agencies, and networks that are working to improve community health. We aim to “network the networks” to better support the work you are already doing. We aim to provide supports and capacity to systems enabling us work more effectively as a region, where no centralized leadership exists we have committed to take a convening role to move forward planning and implementation activities. Using a collective impact framework to identify our role for the work in which we engage, we are continuously scanning for opportunities to support, convene and increase capacity to impactful initiatives in our region.
Alberni Valley Employment Centre (Tofino)
Alberni Valley Employment Centre is owned and operated by Island Work Transitions Inc. (IWT), and has been delivering employment services funded by the Government of Canada and Province of British Columbia since 2007. IWT operates a full-time office in Port Alberni and two part-time offices in Ucluelet and Tofino, providing free assistance and support to job-seekers in the Alberni-Clayoquot region of Vancouver Island, BC. Services to other communities in the region (such as Bamfield and Ahousaht) are provided through a combination of virtual and outreach delivery modes.
Everyone is welcome to use AVEC's Resource Centres, which are fully staffed and equipped to provide access to self serve resources, including current employment opportunities, labour market information, and the use of computers, fax machines, photocopiers and telephones for job search and related activities.
Employment Counsellors are available to help unemployed clients make career decisions, conduct a successful job search, or apply to participate in government funded services, based on eligibility. These services include group workshops, training supports, skills assessments, wage subsidy, self-employment services, and customized job placement.
Employers too, are welcome to take advantage of available employer resources to help you find and keep the workforce you need.
Alberni Valley Employment Centre (Ucluelet)
Alberni Valley Employment Centre is owned and operated by Island Work Transitions Inc. (IWT), and has been delivering employment services funded by the Government of Canada and Province of British Columbia since 2007. IWT operates a full-time office in Port Alberni and two part-time offices in Ucluelet and Tofino, providing free assistance and support to job-seekers in the Alberni-Clayoquot region of Vancouver Island, BC. Services to other communities in the region (such as Bamfield and Ahousaht) are provided through a combination of virtual and outreach delivery modes.
Everyone is welcome to use AVEC's Resource Centres, which are fully staffed and equipped to provide access to self serve resources, including current employment opportunities, labour market information, and the use of computers, fax machines, photocopiers and telephones for job search and related activities.
Employment Counsellors are available to help unemployed clients make career decisions, conduct a successful job search, or apply to participate in government funded services, based on eligibility. These services include group workshops, training supports, skills assessments, wage subsidy, self-employment services, and customized job placement.
Employers too, are welcome to take advantage of available employer resources to help you find and keep the workforce you need.
BC Association of Community Response Networks
The British Columbia Association of Community Response Networks (BC-CRN) is a provincial non-profit organization dedicated to preventing the mistreatment of vulnerable adults, including older adults, through community awareness, collaboration, and action.
BC Environmental Emergency
Environmental emergencies include hazardous or toxic spills, discharges, emissions, as well as dyke and dam failures, debris flows and floods.
The telephone number connects with the Emergency Coordination Centre (part of Emergency Management BC (EMBC)); the dispatcher will notify the appropriate Environmental Emergency Response Officer.
Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT)
The Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT) was established in 2000 to assist the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region communities achieve their visions by providing funding and logistical support for research, education and training initiatives that promote conservation and sustainable development. The CBT is also a member of the Community Foundations of Canada. As the region’s community foundation, the CBT works with individuals and organizations to build a region where all residents can succeed, contribute and develop their talents to their fullest potential.
Community Living BC (WCRS)
The program offers one-on-one support to individuals with support needs, helping them build independence and connect with their community. Participants receive assistance in developing daily living skills, such as taking the bus, cooking meals, doing laundry, and staying safe.
Support is also provided to access community resources like banks, grocery stores, and local services. Additionally, individuals are encouraged to make friends, improve communication, and practice social skills through group activities.
Dr. Jeannie Doig, Naturopathic Physician
I specialize in helping women overcome hormone imbalances, menstrual problems, sleep problems, menopausal problems, PMS, digestive problems, PCOS, unwanted weight gain, infertility, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, adrenal and thyroid dysfunction, and digestive issues including IBS and SIBO.
Forest and Waves
Forest+Waves Yoga Teacher Team is a diverse array of highly experienced yoga teachers that find inspiration through their experience with living amongst the forest and the waves. We are committed to skillfully teaching the art and science of yoga and it is our aim to hold an inclusive community studio space that supports growth, well being and diversity.
We are a thriving student-led, community-focused infrared heated yoga studio, Yoga Alliance-certified yoga school and a regional centre for continuing education.
Hello Pharmacy
Combining traditional pharmacy services with natural alternatives, we offer a full-service medical dispensary coupled with a broad range of natural and homeopathic remedies.
As a complete health center, our pharmacists and natural health advisors work together to provide specialized health treatments based on individual needs.
Hesquiaht First Nation Administration
Hesquiaht First Nation is the most northerly & also the most remote of the Nuu-chah-nulth Nations in the Clayoquot Sound. Along with 13 other First Nations on the West Coast of Vancouver Island we are members of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council. Hot Springs Cove is our most inhabited reserve.
Long Beach Primary Care Network
A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a community-based network of health care professionals and clinics who plan and deliver the health care needs of a community.
The Long Beach Primary Care team is working with local clinics to help connect people to a primary care provider, either a family doctor or nurse practitioner.
This includes people living in the following communities:
-Long Beach
-Tofino
-Ucluelet
NTC Community Health Nurses (Ahousaht)
NTC Community Health Nurses can support you and your family with the prevention of diseases that are spreadable. These diseases are called Communicable Diseases and include things like tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases. As your nursing team, we can help you understand how to prevent these diseases and how or where to get treatment for the diseases.
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides support during pregnancy and birth to establish positive and healthy birth outcomes using the Mother’s Story approach to care. The CHN identifies the physical and emotional needs of parents and babies in the first weeks of life and beyond and fosters bonding and attachment of mothers and babies. The CHN provides assessments at various stages of life, education and referrals as needed.
NTC Community Health Nurses (Esowista)
NTC Community Health Nurses can support you and your family with the prevention of diseases that are spreadable. These diseases are called Communicable Diseases and include things like tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases. As your nursing team, we can help you understand how to prevent these diseases and how or where to get treatment for the diseases.
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides support during pregnancy and birth to establish positive and healthy birth outcomes using the Mother’s Story approach to care. The CHN identifies the physical and emotional needs of parents and babies in the first weeks of life and beyond and fosters bonding and attachment of mothers and babies. The CHN provides assessments at various stages of life, education and referrals as needed.
NTC Community Health Nurses (Hot Springs Cove)
NTC Community Health Nurses can support you and your family with the prevention of diseases that are spreadable. These diseases are called Communicable Diseases and include things like tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases. As your nursing team, we can help you understand how to prevent these diseases and how or where to get treatment for the diseases.
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides support during pregnancy and birth to establish positive and healthy birth outcomes using the Mother’s Story approach to care. The CHN identifies the physical and emotional needs of parents and babies in the first weeks of life and beyond and fosters bonding and attachment of mothers and babies. The CHN provides assessments at various stages of life, education and referrals as needed.
NTC Community Health Nurses (Opitsaht)
NTC Community Health Nurses can support you and your family with the prevention of diseases that are spreadable. These diseases are called Communicable Diseases and include things like tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases. As your nursing team, we can help you understand how to prevent these diseases and how or where to get treatment for the diseases.
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides support during pregnancy and birth to establish positive and healthy birth outcomes using the Mother’s Story approach to care. The CHN identifies the physical and emotional needs of parents and babies in the first weeks of life and beyond and fosters bonding and attachment of mothers and babies. The CHN provides assessments at various stages of life, education and referrals as needed.
NTC Community Health Nurses (Macoah)
NTC Community Health Nurses can support you and your family with the prevention of diseases that are spreadable. These diseases are called Communicable Diseases and include things like tuberculosis and sexually transmitted diseases. As your nursing team, we can help you understand how to prevent these diseases and how or where to get treatment for the diseases.
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides support during pregnancy and birth to establish positive and healthy birth outcomes using the Mother’s Story approach to care. The CHN identifies the physical and emotional needs of parents and babies in the first weeks of life and beyond and fosters bonding and attachment of mothers and babies. The CHN provides assessments at various stages of life, education and referrals as needed.
NTC Community Health Services (Ahousaht)
The Community Health Service Program in Nuu-chah-nulth communities emphasizes a holistic, culturally grounded approach to care, focusing on health promotion, clinical support, advocacy, and cultural safety. Nurses empower individuals through immunizations, collaborative communicable disease prevention, surveillance and management, prenatal/postnatal care, sexual and reproductive health, chronic disease screening, prevention and management, and health education and promotion workshops that incorporate traditional knowledge - such as medicinal plants and seasonal foods—while partnering with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
NTC Community Health Services (Esowista)
The Community Health Service Program in Nuu-chah-nulth communities emphasizes a holistic, culturally grounded approach to care, focusing on health promotion, clinical support, advocacy, and cultural safety. Nurses empower individuals through immunizations, collaborative communicable disease prevention, surveillance and management, prenatal/postnatal care, sexual and reproductive health, chronic disease screening, prevention and management, and health education and promotion workshops that incorporate traditional knowledge - such as medicinal plants and seasonal foods—while partnering with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
NTC Community Health Services (Hitacu)
The Community Health Service Program in Nuu-chah-nulth communities emphasizes a holistic, culturally grounded approach to care, focusing on health promotion, clinical support, advocacy, and cultural safety. Nurses empower individuals through immunizations, collaborative communicable disease prevention, surveillance and management, prenatal/postnatal care, sexual and reproductive health, chronic disease screening, prevention and management, and health education and promotion workshops that incorporate traditional knowledge - such as medicinal plants and seasonal foods—while partnering with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
NTC Community Health Services (Hot Springs Cove)
The Community Health Service Program in Nuu-chah-nulth communities emphasizes a holistic, culturally grounded approach to care, focusing on health promotion, clinical support, advocacy, and cultural safety. Nurses empower individuals through immunizations, collaborative communicable disease prevention, surveillance and management, prenatal/postnatal care, sexual and reproductive health, chronic disease screening, prevention and management, and health education and promotion workshops that incorporate traditional knowledge - such as medicinal plants and seasonal foods—while partnering with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
NTC Community Health Services (Opitsaht)
The Community Health Service Program in Nuu-chah-nulth communities emphasizes a holistic, culturally grounded approach to care, focusing on health promotion, clinical support, advocacy, and cultural safety. Nurses empower individuals through immunizations, collaborative communicable disease prevention, surveillance and management, prenatal/postnatal care, sexual and reproductive health, chronic disease screening, prevention and management, and health education and promotion workshops that incorporate traditional knowledge - such as medicinal plants and seasonal foods—while partnering with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
NTC Community Health Services (Macoah)
The Community Health Service Program in Nuu-chah-nulth communities emphasizes a holistic, culturally grounded approach to care, focusing on health promotion, clinical support, advocacy, and cultural safety. Nurses empower individuals through immunizations, collaborative communicable disease prevention, surveillance and management, prenatal/postnatal care, sexual and reproductive health, chronic disease screening, prevention and management, and health education and promotion workshops that incorporate traditional knowledge - such as medicinal plants and seasonal foods—while partnering with Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
NTC Teechuktl Mental Health Services
Our mission is to respectfully support the Nuu chah nulth Nations to achieve their full spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical potential, so families can once again exercise full responsibility for the nurturing of all members, and communities are once again healthy and self-governing.
Teechuktl Mental Health Services support the mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our NCN individuals, families, and communities
Pacific Rim National Park Reserve (Parks Canada)
Lying along the west coast of Vancouver Island in the traditional territories of the Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve boasts kilometres of long sandy beaches, unspoiled temperate rainforests and adventures that will delight the explorer in all.
For emergencies within Pacific Rim National Park Reserve:
Phone: 1-877-852-3100 or 1-250-726-3604
Port Alberni Community Health Services (Island Health)
This location is a wound care clinic for Community Health Services clients. This is not a walk-in service.
To attend, you must have be a client of Community Health Services and have a referral.
As well as an in-person clinic, Port Alberni Community Health Services provides a range of services in the community including home support, home care nursing, rehabilitation, and case management.
To enquire about these services and other supports, please call your local Community Access line:
Tel: 250-331-8570 / 1-866-928-4988
Phones are answered seven days a week, 365 days of the year. Please have the following information with you for yourself or the person you are calling for:
- Full name
- BC Care Card or BC Services Card
- Date of birth
- Home address
Raincoast Education Society
We deliver a broad range of high-quality educational and interpretive programs, such as interpretive walks, seminar series, school programs, and slideshows focused on the natural environment, cultures, and communities of the Clayoquot and Barkley Sound region. We also bring outside educators and experts to our region for programs and presentations.
Rural and Remote Division of Family Practice (Long Beach)
Founded in early September 2014, the Long Beach chapter included approximately 7,600 residents of the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Region live between five nuučaan̓uł (Nuu-chah-nulth) First Nations communities hiškʷiiʔatḥ (Hesquiaht First Nation), ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ (Ahousaht) ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ (Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations) Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ (Ucluelet First Nation), and tukʷaaʔatḥ (Toquaht Nation) and two municipalities (Tofino and Ucluelet). The local doctors, who work out of clinics in Tofino, Ucluelet, Ahousaht, Ty-histanis, Hitacu and Macoah while also serving the Emergency Room at Tofino General Hospital, have all become members. Long Beach Chapter is actively working along side the Nuu-Chah-Nulth led Primary Care initiative and in the early stages of launching a Primary Care Network, which will bring some crucial primary care positions to the region. The chapter is particularly looking forward to collaborative partnerships with other health agencies as we develop a truly integrated primary care model.
Sexual Assault Services (WCRS)
The Sexual Assault Services (SAS) supports survivors of sexual assault (all genders, ages 13+) to navigate their options and begin to heal. We offer:
- Someone who will listen without judgement
- Advocacy and information about medical and justice options, as requested
- Third Party Reporting (TPR) – anonymous reporting to the RCMP
- Accompaniment at the hospital, RCMP detachment, and court
- Planning for safety and healing
- Follow-up care
- Referrals as needed
- Community education and collaboration
Sound Acupuncture & Integrated Therapies
Combining orthopedic assessment with motor point acupuncture and deep tissue massage techniques, Matt takes a hands-on approach to healing, drawing on the holistic perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Matt had the pleasure of teaching a Sports and Trauma course in Victoria BC, at the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Over the past decade his practice has grown to include fertility and woman’s health as well as into the treatment of children using a needless Japanese style called shonishin.
TFN Community Human Services (CHS)
CHS is the body of member direct services that collectively plan, intake, and organize client/member services in our communities. Most commonly this would relate to Health, Social Services, Family Care, Social Development, and Health related case files in our community. The CHS team is comprised of our 5 service providers (Health Liaison, A&D Counsellor, Social Development Clerk, Family Care Worker, and the CHS Manager).
TFN Health Department
Tla-o-qui-aht Health Department consists of outreach to health services for TFN Members. This also includes access to our Medical Travel Assistance for TFN Patients. Other resources might be health related workshops, events, and information. Contact our health department employees for more information, or updates.
Tofino General Hospital (Island Health)
The hospital Emergency Department is open 24/7 for life-threatening or serious health concerns. Patients are seen based on the urgency of their condition, not the order they arrive. You can also come directly to the Emergency Department. When you arrive, a nurse will check how urgent your condition is. The most serious cases are treated first.
- Signs of a stroke (numbness, confusion, trouble speaking)
- Chest pain or signs of a heart attack
- Major injury or trauma
- Mental health crisis
- Head injury with loss of consciousness
- Pregnancy complications
- Feeling unwell and on dialysis
- Overdose or poisoning
- Sexual assault or rape
Wait times can vary. If your condition is not an emergency, you may be encouraged to visit a same-day or urgent care clinic.
Tofino Volunteer Fire Department
Established in 1959, the Tofino Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) provides fire protection and emergency services to the community of Tofino, as well as motor vehicle rescue along Highway 4. The TVFD maintains a mutual aid agreement for structure fires with the Ucluelet Volunteer Fire Brigade. The TVFD also provides fire protection to the Tla-o-qui-aht communities at Tin Wis, Esowista, and Ty-Histanis.
Tonquin Medical Clinic
Family practice clinics provide ongoing care such as general checkups, chronic disease management, reproductive and sexual health, disease prevention, mental health and wellness, and children's health. Care at a family practice clinic is available to patients who are attached to a family doctor or nurse practitioner at the clinic.
Toquaht First Nation Administration
t̓uk̓ʷaaʔatḥ have access to various community services, including health, education, family support, and the distribution of traditional foods. We undertake thoughtful infrastructure and economic development projects throughout our ḥaḥuułi, all with the goal of safeguarding our resources for future generations.
Travel Assistance (Island Health)
Do you live in a rural or remote community and need a ride to medical appointment in another community? Reach out. We may be able to help.
This service may help if:
- You need to travel to a non-emergency medical appointment in another community
- Your appointment is with an Island Health facility or affiliate site
- You live in a rural or remote community within the Island Health region
- You are having difficulty arranging or paying for transportation on your own
- You need door-to-door travel support to get to care safely and reliably
T̓uk̓ʷaaʔat Health Centre
NTC community nursing Wednesdays
Monthly visits from Dr. Marshall / Dr. Blewett..
Regular home and safety assessments for Elders and people with disabilities.
Foot care for residents with diabetes and/or mobility issues.
Physiotherapy and occupational therapy through various Island Health service providers, with a referral from a medical doctor.
Ucluelet Coop Pharmacy
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change; call ahead to confirm.
Also provides naloxone kits to people who use opioids or are likely to witness an overdose. Pharmacists provide kits free-of-charge to people who are eligible, as well as training in overdose recognition and response.
Ucluelet Medical Centre
Family practice clinics provide ongoing care such as general checkups, chronic disease management, reproductive and sexual health, disease prevention, mental health and wellness, and children's health. Care at a family practice clinic is available to patients who are attached to a family doctor or nurse practitioner at the clinic.
Ucluelet Parks & Recreation
The Ucluelet Recreation Department offers community events and programs for early years, children, youth, adult and older adults. There are three easy ways for program registration: online, by phone, or in person. Spaces are filled on a first come, first served basis.
Contact to inquire about Ucluelet Community Centre facility and recreation rentals.
Vancouver Island Crisis Line
The 24-hour Vancouver Island Crisis Line is a service contracted by Provincial Health Services Authority. The Vancouver Island Crisis Society is committed to providing accessible voice, text and chat crisis intervention and suicide prevention services, including postvention programs. We endeavour to provide emotional support during times of crisis, information about community resources, education intended to promote community wellness, and reduce the incidence of suicide. We value the principles of confidentiality, non-judgmental acceptance, and respect for diversity, personal empowerment, and cooperation.
Victim Link BC
VictimLinkBC staff can connect you to a network of community, social, health, justice and government resources, including victim services, transition houses and counselling resources. They also provide information on the justice system, relevant federal and provincial legislation and programs, crime prevention, safety planning, protection order registry and other resources as needed.
West Coast Mental Health and Substance Use (Island Health) - Ucluelet
We provide a single access point for individuals seeking adult mental health and substance use services in the Westcoast area, including Tofino, Ucluelet and surrounding regions.
SERVICES PROVIDED:
Screening and assessment
Referrals to the most appropriate services, teams or community resources
Connection to services such as counselling, case management, psychiatry, substance use supports and withdrawal management (detox)
HOW TO ACCESS SERVICES:
Self refer by scheduling an appointment with our assessment team: 250-726-1282.
We accept referrals from individuals, clinicians, community agencies and health and social services professionals.
West Coast Primary Care Initiative Health Society
The Vancouver Island West Coast Primary Care Initiative Health Society is a non-profit dedicated to upholding and increasing access to Nuu-chah-nulth healing protocol and western primary care for First Nations people living in central Nuu-chah-nulth territories.
West Coast Transit Service
This BC Transit service is operated by PWTransit Canada and connects residents and visitors of Tofino, Ucluelet, Long Beach, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ community of hitaću, and the Tla-o-qui-aht communities of Esowista and Ty-histanis.
BC Transit and the ACRD worked closely with members of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government and Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation to identify service levels and bus stop locations. We are also pleased to include Nuu-chah-nulth on our bus stop signs in the West Coast Transit System, a first for BC Transit.
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