BC CRN Spotlight: Meet Lorna Penner, Regional Mentor for the Northeast
For Lorna Penner, joining the BC CRN as Regional Mentor for the Northeast felt like a natural extension of her lifelong passion. “Throughout my whole
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CRNs in the Community: Shining a Light on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
On June 15th, Community Response Networks (CRNs) across the province joined together in powerful and creative ways to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD).
Seniors’ Advocates Join Forces to Raise Awareness of Elder Abuse
In the lead-up to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), BC CRN partnered with the Office of the Seniors Advocate, Seniors First BC, Family Caregivers
BC CRN Celebrates National Indigenous People’s Day
On National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, the BC Association of Community Response Networks (BC CRN) honours and celebrates the diverse cultures, contributions, and resilience
BC CRN Spotlight: Meet Cheryl Stinson, Regional Mentor for North Vancouver Island
Cheryl Stinson didn’t come to BC CRN by chance – she came by choice, experience, and with a clear commitment to helping older adults age
CRNs in the Community: Community-Led Approaches to Prevent Abuse and Neglect
Across the province, Community Response Networks (CRNs) have been actively engaging older and vulnerable adults through a wide range of events designed to promote safety,
BC’s Community Response Networks prepare for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15
Last year, the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Katzie, Community Response Network planted and shared over 300 purple iris bulbs with the community. Today, they are
Addressing Ageism in B.C.: Findings From the Seniors Advocate’s Survey
Ageism in B.C. is a pervasive, complex issue that affects countless seniors across this province. With that in mind, a recent report from the Office
CRNs in the Community: Creative Solutions for Safer Aging
Community Response Networks (CRNs) across BC have introduced a range of compassionate initiatives designed to support older adults’ safety, connection, and well-being. These projects have
Four Inspiring Leaders Honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal
BC CRN is proud to celebrate four remarkable individuals whose tireless efforts to support and empower older and vulnerable adults have been recognized with the
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