CRNs at Work: Culture, Education and Pride
From community and cultural events to new CRNs and volunteers, developing resources and delivering educational programs, our Mentors, Coordinators and host organizations have been hard
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Social Prescribing: the Non-Clinical Approach to Improving Health
Social prescribing is a relatively recent term for making connections to activities and services that help improve the social determinants of health, challenging many people.
When Local Won’t Do: Referrals for Vulnerable Adults in BC
Hundreds of adults in BC use services that help them with quality of life: meal services, seniors’ centres, day programs and more. But when an
Action and Advocacy at Local CRNs
March was a month of action, education and outreach. We heard from CRNs about advocacy meetings, a first-of-its-kind resource guide and ways to connect with
6 Tips for Stronger Passwords: Protect Yourself Online
It can be so annoying when you get that darn computer message: you need a stronger password. But one breach can be costly, time-consuming and
CRNs Spread the Love Across BC in February
Valentine’s Day is always a fun time to connect with others, and Tri-Cities Seniors Action Society ensured they held an inclusive party. They hosted an
CRNs At Work
APNI CRN Celebrates Seniors’ Birthdays Together The South Asian APNI CRN had a lively celebration for 75 senior member (of the Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre)
Volunteer of the Month: Margaret Little, Coordinator, Fort St. John CRN
“I talk fast. Is that okay?” (We were okay.) Margaret Little is a bit of a pioneer. For decades, she’s advocated for services and supports
Online Acquaintances Become Real-Life Friends Over Coffee, Crafts, and Cooking
A popular online seniors’ program has become a platform for Salmo retirees to bond over projects, discuss the issues of the day, and find new
Join Us in Welcoming Our Newest CRN: Boundary
We are pleased to announce our newest Community Response Network (CRN) to join the larger BC CRN! Serving the city of Grand Forks and the
