Community celebrates expansion of long-term care spaces at Tsawaayuus (Rainbow Gardens) in Port Alberni
Seniors in the Alberni Valley have increased access to long-term care thanks to the addition of 12 new publicly-funded beds at Tsawaayuus (Rainbow Gardens) in Port Alberni.
Comox Valley Nursing Centre marks 25th year of service
Current and former staff and volunteers are celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Comox Valley Nursing Centre, which has supported patients and clients with chronic disease, pain management and much more since 1994.
Island Health takes steps to support residents at two long-term care facilities
NANAIMO/VICTORIA — Island Health is taking action to support the residents of Nanaimo Seniors Village and Selkirk Place in Victoria.
New All Nations Room at West Coast General Hospital provides a culturally safe space for all families, patients
Members of the Nuu-chah-nulth communities gathered today to celebrate the grand opening of a culturally-safe space inside West Coast General Hospital that is welcoming to Indigenous patients and families.
Island Health project targets hepatitis C in northern Vancouver Island
An Island Health pilot project beginning in October will take the first steps to eliminate hepatitis C for people living in northern Vancouver Island.
Elders support patients, families and care teams at North Island Hospital campuses in Comox and Campbell River
Two Kwakwaka’wakw Elders have joined a new Elder-in-Residence program at the North Island Hospital campuses in Campbell River and Comox to support patients, families and staff by promoting understanding and respect for Indigenous knowledge, culture and values.
Helipad opens at Tofino General Hospital
Helicopters are once again able to airlift patients who are in need of a higher level of care from Tofino General Hospital, now that a new helipad is in place next to the hospital.
Island Health administrator appointed at Comox Valley Seniors Village
An administrator has been temporarily appointed by the Island Health Board of Directors to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of Comox Valley Seniors Village.
Island Health seeks site for Overdose Prevention Services
Island Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new location for the Overdose Prevention Services site in the Cowichan Valley.