FOREST GLEN SENIORS HOUSING
Operated by Sea View Seniors Housing Society, this assisted living building is located in the growing Ucluelet community. It is a modern post-and-beam-styled building surrounded by gardens, patio areas and a walking path.
EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE
Support with filing a claim, requesting information about a pending or current claim, updating claim information or reporting.
HOME SUPPORT
Self-referrals
Through Tofino Hospital - Home and Community Care
INFANT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Self referrals are welcome
Supporting families with infants from birth to 3 yrs.
Child Development support
Resource library able
Infant Massage
Carol Hamilton
KUU-US CRISIS LINE
If you are facing a difficult situation, call us now. We can help.
Adult Crisis Line: 250-723-4050
Youth Crisis Line: 250-723-2040
West Coast Toll Free: 1-800-588-8717 (24 hour)
Administration 1-250-723-2323
MINISTRY OF CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
- Child protection Services (off of Reserve and to non Nuu –chah-Nulth Aboriginal People off of Reserve)
- Youth probation Services (On and Off of reserve)
- Child and Youth with Special needs – Developmental Disabilities, Autism Services and “At Home Services” (On and off of Reserve)
- Adoption Services (off of Reserve)
- Fostering and Recruitment Services (Off of Reserve)
For child protection concerns or to request family support services, phone (250) 720-2650, and ask for the Intake Social Worker for the Day.
For new CYMH referrals, phone (250) 720-2650 and ask for the CYMH Intake worker. For West Coast requests, contact the Port Alberni office at (250) 720-2650.
For CYSN, including services for children with a diagnosis of a Developmental Disability or Autism, please contact Barb Gulewich or Paul Shepherd at (250) 720-2650.
If you know that MCFD is already involved with the child, please tell the receptionist, who will then put you in touch with the worker responsible for the file.
For callers from out of town, please call the toll-free number: 1-866-823-4249.
NUTRITION RESOURCES
Port Alberni Health Unit
DIABETES RESOURCES
Contact for diabetes resources.
Port Alberni Health Unit
ENQUIRY B.C.
To connect toll-free to any government service. Available 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
VANCOUVER ISLAND CRISIS LINE
The Vancouver Island Crisis Line is committed to bringing mental health wellness to all communities of Vancouver Island by providing accessible, 24 hour, 7 days a week, emotional telephone support during times of crisis, including connection to the Mental Health Crisis Professionals when required, and information about community resources. We value the principles of confidentiality, non-judgmental acceptance, and respect for diversity, personal empowerment and cooperation.
Online Emotional Support - Anouther service newly added to increase access to support services, there is now a link called, 'Chat Now' on our webpage, www.vicrisis.ca, that will allow someone to begin connecting. Available every night, 7 days a week, from 6pm to 10pm. Chat creates a safe online venue where people can reach out for help. This will be an outlet for populations traditionally hard to engage in face-to-face mental health care such as teens, those who are homebound, people with social anxieties and phobias, and people with hearing or speech impairments.
Additional Contact Information:
1-800-Sucide (784-2433) 310-6789 Mental Health Information Line
Crisis Chat – online emotional support, www.vicrisis.ca, 7 days a week, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Heather Owen, Promotions & Community Relations Coordinator
ORTHOTICS
Pacific Rim Chiropractic
PACIFIC RIM NATIONAL PARK WARDENS
Pacific Rim National Park line for emergencies within the park
CLAYOQUOT BIOSPHERE TRUST
The Clayoquot Biosphere Trust (CBT) was established in 2000 to assist the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Reserve communities achieve their visions by providing funding and logistical support for research, education and training initiatives that promote conservation and sustainable development. The CBT is a member of the Community Foundations of Canada in 2012. As the region’s community foundation, the CBT works with individuals and organizations to build a region where all residents can succeed, contribute and develop their talents to their fullest potential.
The CBT has an annual Call for Projects where communities, educational institutions and registered charities are invited to submit proposals for funding. The CBT funds a wide variety of projects in four categories: Culture and Events, Youth and Education, Community Development, and Research and Environment.
The CBT produces Vital Signs, a biennial “community check-up,” that measures the vitality of our communities, identifies significant trends and supports action on issues that are critical to our quality of life. You can find the most recent report at: clayoquotbiosphere.org/web/vital-signs/
FAX: 250-725-2384
P.O. Box 67, 316 Main Street, Tofino
Rebecca Hurwitz - Managing Director
Adrienne Mason - Research Coordinator
Tabitha McGregor - Administrative Assistant
PARKS & RECREATION - UCLUELET
Recreation programs, Ucluelet Community Centre rentals, community events and information.
Abby Fortune, Recreation Director
RAINCOAST EDUCATION SOCIETY
We deliver a broad range of high-quality educational and interpretive programs, such as interpretive walks, seminar series, school programs, and slideshows focused on the natural environment, cultures, and communities of the Clayoquot and Barkley Sound region. We also bring outside educators and experts to our region for programs and presentations.
Dan Harrison, Executive Director, dan@raincoasteducation.org
Brady Clarke, Education Coordinator, brady@raincoasteducation.org
PROVINCIAL EMERGENCY PROGRAM
VIHA SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPIST
Pre-school Speech Services
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - VIHA
Immunization appointments in Tofino & Ucluelet, prenatal/postnatal education, school health programs
Island Health Public Health Nursing Services will be providing the following Flu Clinic dates on the west coast in 2017:
Ucluelet:
November 1st @2:00-4:30 Ucluelet Community Centre Activity Room # 1
Novemver 7th @ 4:00-6:30 Ucluelet Community Centre Activity Room # 1
Or Call 250 725 4020 for Appointment
Both Pharmacists In Ucluelet are providing Seasonal Influenza vaccination this year for select populations.
Tofino:
Starting Monday October 16th- and every Monday thereafter -Walk In clients 10:00Am-12:00Pm
OR Call 250 725 4020 for Appointment
Both Pharmacists in Tofino are also providing Seasonal Influenza vaccination this year for select populations.