New Westminster - Tri-Cities

Social Prescribing Program - New Westminster [City of New Westminster] (New Westminster)

Group Support for Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families [Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families World Service Organization] (Province-wide)

Tri-Cities Senior’s Information Line [SHARE Family & Community Services] (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody)

Update your Information on the Health Connect Registry

The Health Connect Registry is part of B.C.’s Primary Care Strategy to ensure all people living in BC can access the health services they need.

Keeping your registration information up to date will help HCR make the best match. Please provide them with updated information about your health and contact information by visiting the link below.

If you have moved outside of the Fraser Northwest Region or recently found a family doctor or nurse practitioner through your community, please update your registration.

To add family members to your registration or to update your registration by phone, contact HealthLink BC at 8-1-1 available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Translators are available in over 130 languages. For the deaf and hard of hearing (TTY), call 7-1-1. For Video Relay Services, have them call HealthLink BC at 604-215-5101.

CLICK HERE TO UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Supporting Those Impacted by Lung Cancer

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Lung cancer can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or lifestyle. It is essential to understand the risk factors associated with lung cancer, including smoking, exposure to second-hand smoke, radon gas, and environmental pollutants. Early detection and timely treatment can significantly improve outcomes for individuals diagnosed with lung cancer.

Click here to schedule your screening appointment. Encourage others to do the same and help raise awareness.

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Pathways Medical Care Directory

This new one-stop online directory has been created for British Columbians to easily find latest clinic updates and booking information for their own doctor. For patients who do not have a doctor, PathwaysMedicalCare.ca helps patients find local options to connect to care. Click Here to find out more.

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Virtual Maternity Hub website

Your local resource for pregnancy and newborn care

This website was created by Fraser Northwest Division maternity care providers (in New Westminster and Tri-Cities BC).

The aim is to provide resources to pregnant women in Tri-Cities and New Westminster on delivery at RCH, maternity care providers, prenatal and postnatal classes (currently being held virtually), frequently asked questions answered by maternity physicians, and more.

Go to maternityhub.ca to check it out!
You can share this poster if you know anyone who might be interested in the new website.

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Find a Family Doctor

If you live in New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, or Belcarra you can register for a family doctor by joining the waitlist.

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Subscribe to the Fraser Northwest Division newsletter

Subscribe to our mailing list to receive the latest health and community updates for New Westminster and Tri-Cities. Click here to view our latest newsletter. (Note: we do not send lots of emails. We want to send valuable resources, which means we send approximately 5 emails per year).

How to use the Pathways website

How to use the search directory:
Are you looking for community services and programs on our website? We have created a short informational video to help you find resources quickly.

Disability Tax Credit Qualification Guidelines

The Government of Canada outlines specific guidelines which describe whether a person qualifies for a disability tax credit which reduces the amount of income tax they pay.

• For more information about the tax credit, click here.

To find out if you might qualify, complete the eligibility questionnaire here.

Note: If you do qualify, you will be required to bring the disability tax credit form to your doctor and pay a fee to fill out and sign the form.

Advanced Care Planning - How well do you know me?

When it comes to planning for your future health care, you need to check in and find out from your family and friends: How well do you know me? These people may need to make health care decisions for you if you cannot. You may be surprised at what they don’t know about you! Use the How Well Do You Know Me questions to get started.

For more resources visit the BC Centre for Palliative Care Website

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