Community response networks (CRNs) are responding to the COVID-19 emergency in the communities across the province!
The BC CRN recommends that CRNs follow the BC Ministry of Health’s recommendations when planning events and activities.
With so much conflicting information being circulated, here are the most reliable and current sources to stay informed:
During this time, CRN activities which can be done virtually are encouraged and will be supported by the use of virtual platforms, emails, and telephone calls.
All CRNs are being asked to consult with their affiliates and create appropriate ways to reach out to the vulnerable populations in their community. This can include setting up telephone trees, chat boxes, and other electronic methods.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 (if the situation continues) will be marked by communities finding unique ways to help to break the isolation of vulnerable adults as well as other ways to provide safe communication for those in the community who are fearful or are being abused.
There is so much we can do when we all work together.
Please contact us to share how your CRN is making a difference in your community!
News articles/publications on CRN Responses to the pandemic:
Castlegar: IRIS grocery & medication deliveries
Chilliwack: Chilliwack Community Cares program offers help during COVID-19 crisis
Courtenay/Comox/Campbell River: Local love in a global crisis: COVID-19 service updates
Cowichan: Local love in a global crisis: COVID-19 service updates
Hope: COVID-19 Support Tree
Nanaimo: Local love in a global crisis: COVID-19 service updates
Revelstoke: CRN coordinating help for most vulnerable
Tri-Cities: Tri-Cities seniors can help seniors weather the COVID-19 pandemic – carefully
Tri-Cities: We are all in this together
Saanich Peninsula: CRN hosts educational workshops and seminars focused on keeping seniors safe in their communities
Resources
First Nations Health Authority – Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
COVID-19 Economic Development Resources
Better health care in our communities – Op-ed by MLA Carole James
Elder Abuse & COVID-19 in Canada – Expect an Increase in all types of abuse by Gloria Gutman
Frauds & scams to be aware of:
Seniors First BC – Frauds and scams resource list
Beware scammers during COVID-19 outbreak, warns Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
How to spot phishing scams arising from COVID‑19
Phishing Attack Says You’re Exposed to Coronavirus, Spreads Malware
Hackers are using these fake coronavirus maps to give people malware
Coronavirus-themed domains 50% more likely to be malicious than other domains
