Community & Cultural Support for Seniors in BC

6 resources listed

British Columbia is one of Canada's most culturally diverse provinces, and seniors from different backgrounds may have unique needs when it comes to care and community support. Several organizations provide culturally specific services including language support, cultural programming, and advocacy.

Indigenous Elders, LGBTQ+ seniors, and newcomer seniors may face additional barriers to accessing care. The organizations listed here work to address those barriers and connect seniors with culturally appropriate support.

Province-Wide Programs

First Nations Health Authority — Elder Care

First Nations Health Authority

Coordinates health services for First Nations people in BC, including culturally safe Elder care, traditional healing, and navigation support for accessing care.

Who qualifies: First Nations individuals and families in BC.

How to apply: Contact FNHA at 604-693-6500 or 1-866-913-0033. Visit fnha.ca for regional contact information.

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QMUNITY — LGBTQ+ Seniors Resources

QMUNITY

BC's queer, trans, and Two-Spirit resource centre. Provides peer support groups for LGBTQ+ seniors, referrals to inclusive care providers, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion in senior care.

Who qualifies: LGBTQ+ seniors and allies in BC.

How to apply: Contact QMUNITY at 604-684-5307 or visit qmunity.ca.

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Seniors Services Society of BC

Provides housing support, information, and referral services for seniors across BC. Focuses on helping seniors navigate housing options including assisted living and residential care.

Who qualifies: All BC seniors, with a focus on those facing housing challenges.

How to apply: Call the Seniors Housing Information Line at 604-520-6621 or visit seniorsservicessociety.ca.

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BC 211 — Seniors Services Directory

bc211

Free helpline and online directory connecting BC residents to community, social, and government services. Multilingual phone support available.

Who qualifies: All BC residents.

How to apply: Dial 2-1-1 or visit bc211.ca to search for seniors services in your area.

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Vancouver Coastal Health

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. — Senior Services

S.U.C.C.E.S.S.

Multicultural seniors programs in Metro Vancouver including Mandarin, Cantonese, and Korean language support, seniors centres, settlement services, and health navigation assistance.

Who qualifies: Seniors in Metro Vancouver, with a focus on Chinese, Korean, and other Asian immigrant communities.

How to apply: Contact S.U.C.C.E.S.S. at 604-684-1628 or visit successbc.ca for program locations.

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MOSAIC — Senior Programs

MOSAIC

Multicultural settlement and community programs for immigrant and refugee seniors. Offers English classes, social groups, health workshops, and navigation support in 20+ languages.

Who qualifies: Immigrant and refugee seniors in Metro Vancouver.

How to apply: Contact MOSAIC at 604-254-9626 or visit mosaicbc.org.

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