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The Westside Health Network Society's purpose is to promote and enhance senior's wellness through information and referral, education and social programs on the Westside and in the Peachland area. 

The Network provides a variety of programs and services for community members through the help of trained volunteers. The support from the voluntary sector contributes social, health and economic value to our community. The Westside Health Network has provided assistance to community members for over 10 years and recognizes and supports opportunities that enrich the lives of our community members. 

The Network continues to work cooperatively with other agencies to maintain a database of current information. Emphasis is on easy accessibility by the promotion of one information and referral phone number.

Information and Referral Service

Our database of community information continues to expand by providing current and accurate listings and services that the public can readily access. Pamphlets, forms and access to informative Websites are readily available at our office. Referrals are made to the most appropriate and available community health service.

Community Education

Take-A-Break Program - Monthly information sessions regarding important issues for older adults presented by community professionals.

Community Service Directory - Westbank and Peachland area numbers and addresses. All health related along with government, support groups and community organizations.

Newsletters - Informative and fun information published quarterly.

Volunteer Services

Visitation Program - In-home visitation for seniors. Note: Ask sonia if they have out of home visitation as well, e.g. out for coffee.

Transportation Program - For older adults in the community who have difficulty accessing the public transportation system. (Medical Appointments, Grocery Shopping, etc.)

Volunteer Training - Members of the community are supported during and after their training, to become more effective, skilled and well educated.

Volunteer Referral - Referring individuals to other organizations that better meets their needs.

Computer Training Program - Volunteers tutor older adults to increase computer skills.

Senior Peer Counselors - People helping people, trained listeners that can help in difficult times.

Senior Peer Counselor Training Program - Trained B.C. Trainers provide a 48-hour training program.

Community Volunteer Income Tax Program - Government partnership program to assist those who are low income and isolated.

Medwatch - An enhancing health service project focused at providing a venue to have a complete record of current medical information. Information is recorded in a medical record book and a vial. The vial containing the current medical information is stored in the refrigerator door. A sticker is placed on the refrigerator door, so that the emergency response team knows that the information is readily at hand. Valuable time, which could possibly mean the difference between life and death, is saved.