Alzheimer Society of BC

190–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7120

info@alzheimerbc.org •www.alzheimer.ca/bc

First Link dementia support connects people with dementia and their care partners to support services, education and information at any sage of the journey.

Dementia is a general term that refers to a variety of brain disorders. Physical changes in the brain cause dementia.

In 1981, a group of caregivers gathered to discuss the challenges of caring for a personal diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. From their compassion and determination, a society was formed that is active in communities across the province. Its vision is a world without dementia, but in the meantime educating and mobilizing a broader community of care around those affected and supporting valuable research into the disease and people living with it.

BC Centre for Ability

154–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604 272 7322

bc-cfa.org/contact • www.bc-cfa.org

The BC Centre for Ability provides community-based services to enhance the quality of life for children, and adults with disabilities and their families in ways that facilitate and build competencies and foster inclusion in all aspects of life.

Since 1997, the centre has been a leading provider of rehabilitation services for acquired brain injuries while operating the Community Brain Injury Program for Children and Youth in B.C. The program provides and coordinates short-term, interdisciplinary, acute rehabilitation services to children who do not have third party insurance.

A member of the BC Concussion Advisory Network, the agency is also active in promoting early intervention with a goal to prevent re-injury and promote a healthy return to learning and life by helping individuals recognize and manage concussion symptoms.

Canadian Hemochromatosis Society

285–7000 Minoru Blvd • 604-279-7135

office@toomuchiron.ca •www.toomuchiron.ca

Hemochromatosis, Canada’s most common genetic disease, has the distinction of being treatable by bleeding the patient, usually by donating blood more frequently than usual. Having too much iron in your blood can lead to damage throughout the body. By increasing awareness, the society hopes to alert citizens and medical professionals to the insidious symptoms of this hereditary condition before permanent damage is done.

In addition to offering advice for families, supporting research and outreach, the society lobbied for 12 years to have blood donations from those living with hemochromatosis accepted for donation by the Canadian Blood Service. This iron-rich blood is now available to patients who need it.

Chimo Community Services

120–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7077

chimo@chimoservices.com • www.chimoservices.com

In times of crisis, it’s comforting to know there is help available.

With a mission to promote justice and address violence by fostering and providing integrated services, education and housing programs designed inspire well-being and healing for people in crisis, Chimo offers a three-pronged approach to affecting social change in the community.

Through crisis programs, they serve people in immediate need; through transition programs, assist people to make meaningful and last changes in their lives or establish themselves in their new country; and through education encourage prevention and positively influence views and behaviours.

Creating in 1973, Chimo serves over 10,000 individuals and families each year.

Family Services of Greater Vancouver

250–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7100

www.fsgv.ca/contact• www.fsgv.ca

Family Services (FSGV) fulfills a variety of needs within our community and throughout Metro Vancouver. From family counselling to the specialized Trauma and Sexual Assault (TASA) unit for children, youth and families, this organization extends a hand to those who need it.

They also offer financial education and counselling at no cost as well as support, counselling and education for parents and caregivers. Pregnant and parenting youth can look to FSGV for assistance.

For those parenting teens, Family Services’ mediation for parents and teens can defuse a situation or even prevent one from boiling over. For children and youth with special needs, FSGV offers life skills development.

Richmond Community Foundation

190–7000 Minoru Blvd.• 604-279-7020

info@rcrg.org •www.rcrg.org/foundation

A leading innovator in the field of philanthropy and community change, while providing visionary leadership to foster collaboration and partnership, Richmond Community Foundation’s mission is to harness the power of philanthropy to build healthy, sustainable communities. Its efforts impact the five areas of community building (education, economic development, public safety, health and the physical environment) through three C’s of effective philanthrophy: coach, connect and contribute.

The foundation manages $4.5 million in nearly 50 Forever Funds—called such because the money is invested so the funds keep growing. Ever year, a portion is distributed as grants to local non-profit organizations, and scholarships to Richmond students.

Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives

190–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7020

info@rcrg.org •www.rcrg.org

A social service agency, Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives—also known as RCRG—has been part of the community since 1972 with a core mission to encourage and facilitate local philanthropy—both through volunteerism and monetary donations.

In addition to being a hub for volunteering and giving, RCRG is a direct service provider operating among several programs, a Child Care Resource Referral Centre, the Richmond Christmas Fund and a range of seniors community support services—one of which is the Better at Home services used by more than 300 local seniors.

As Richmond’s information and referral specialists, RCRG also maintains an online community services directly and, at its office, a vast library of brochures.

Richmond Multicultural Community Services

210–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604 279 7160

info@rmcs.bc.ca •www.rmcs.bca.ca

Advancing harmony in diversity, Richmond Multicultural Community Services helps newcomers live meaningful lives in Richmond.

Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, the agency provides a wide range of programs and community events to help facilitate and promote multiculturalism and inclusiveness. These include assisting with settlement services.

English conversation classes are also offered to help newcomers build confidence by practising with agency teachers in a supportive and multicultural environment.

Recognizing that Richmond is one of the most culturally diverse cities in Canada, Richmond Multicultural Community Services also provides workshops on diversity basics, cross-cultural conflict resolution.

Richmond Society for Community Living

170–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7040

info@rscl.org •www.rscl.org

Founded in the 1980s with a firm belief that a person’s place is in the community, regardless of their abilities, the Richmond Society for Community Living offers support to people and families living with developmental disabilities.

Their services include early intervention for infants, access to preschool and supported child care for those with additional needs.

The society also offers out-of-school care and transition planning for teens with disabilities. Life-skills training and employment services embody the founders’ philosophy by helping people live more independent lives in the greater community.

As well, for those wishing to live outside the family home but requiring ongoing support, the society provides residential options.

Richmond Women’s Resource Centre

110–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7060

office.rwrc@shawcable.com •richmondwomenscentre.bc.ca

For 43 years, the Women’s Resource Centre has been helping the women of Richmond with resources, agency referrals, links, support groups, workshops, projects, programs, and volunteering opportunities.

They offer all of this in a variety of languages. There are programs to get ready to enter the work force, as well as opportunities to learn English. Some activities, like movie nights, are just for fun and to meet other women in our community.

With a variety of support groups for women, grandmothers, French speakers, peer support and single mothers, the centre’s programs seek to support and enable women to reach their full potential.

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation

220–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7180

info@success.bc.ca •www.successbc.ca

Incorporated in 2001, the S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation is a charity that raises funds to support the betterment of the community.

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. itself began as a new immigrant settlement service organization in 1973, and has developed into a multi-service, multicultural agency that also provides counselling and support to families and individuals with personal issues; promotes personal development of children and youth; facilitates social participation of parents and seniors in the community; assists with job, career and business development; delivers education and employment-related training; and promotes social change through community development and advocacy.

Turning Point Recovery Society

260–7000 Minoru Blvd. • 604-279-7169

tpoars@turningpointrecovery.com •turningpointrecovery.com

The Turning Point Outreach and Resource Support Program connects Richmond residents with services for addiction and mental health needs.

Staff have access to a comprehensive network services in Richmond to help with medical and clinical needs, as well as supporting a holistic approach to wellness and building a stable life, including access to recreation and social programs, life skills and employment services, and help accessing housing.

All referral sources are welcome. Clients do not need to be interested in Turning Point’s resident program to access the outreach program.