Al-Anon
Support and help if you are being affected by the drinking of a friend or family member.
Address / Contact Info
135 Drake Road, Located at the Annex behind Our Lady of Grace Church
Salt Spring Island, BCV8K 2K8
Phone Numbers
Phone
: (250) 537-4834
Hours of Operation
Regular hours: Thursdays 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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| The purpose of Alcoholics Anonymous is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. |
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| This group is a volunteer initiative sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association of BC and the Family Caregivers Network Society. |
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| Support and activities are organized as needed. |
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| Sunday Worship 10:30am. |
| The BC Bereavement Helpline (BCBH) provides education, support and advocacy for the bereaved, their caregivers and professionals. The Helpline is open M-F 9am-5pm to provide referral services for anyone in BC coping with grief and loss, as well as compassionate listening. |
| The BC Cancer Agency offers comprehensive cancer care including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment, community programs, research and education. |
| The BC Council for Families develops programs, workshops and resources to strengthen and support diverse families. |
| This toll free number provides information, referrals, and education about disordered eating. |
| British Columbians have trusted health information at their fingertips with just a phone call or a click away with HealthLink BC. |
| This is a 24 hour line providing free information, referral and support for mental health and mental illness issues. |
| This line offers confidential health information and advice from registered nurses. |
| BC Poison Control Centre provides a 24-hour phone line offering emergency advice and information on the treatment of poisoning or overdose of medications, chemicals, street drugs, or other hazardous or toxic substances. |
| Sunday Worship 10:30am. |
| Free Blood Pressure Clinic offered. |
| The Brain Injury Disease Stroke Support Group is a group of people sharing coping strategies with support and humour. |
| Counselling |
| BC Bereavement Helpline gives on-line bereavement support and information on grief and healing. |
| This program provides eligible families with a tax free monthly payment to help them with the cost of raising children under age 18. |
| The Salt Spring Island branch of the CFUW is part of an international organization of women who are university graduates or who have an equivalent qualification. |
| CNIB is a source of support and information for people affected by vision loss. |
| Canadian Pension Plan provides retirement pension, disability benefits, death benefit, children's benefits, and survivor's pension. |
| The Islands Trust has a legislated mandate for protecting and preserving the trust area, primarily through land use planning and regulation. |
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| We provide resources and best practices about the universal needs of children in their formative early years. |
| The Salt Spring Island Chamber of Commerce, established in 1948, is a not-for-profit organization representing more than 300 business owners and individuals on the island. |
| The Child and Youth Mental Health services includes assessment, counselling and case planning for children and youth with depression, anxiety, family conflict, unmanageable behaviour, or other mental health concerns in home, school or community. The service provides specialized clinical interventions and support and follow-up in office or on an outreach basis. |
| This program offers financial assistance towards the cost of child care to families who have low to moderate incomes, access to forms and other relevant information. |
| Child Find assists in the search for a missing child, and works with contacts and resources such as parents, lawyers, law enforcement, investigative agencies, media, social agencies, etc. |
| For children and youth who have witnessed family violence. Free, confidential. |
| Counselling and support for children who have witnessed abuse in their homes. |
| To report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect, dial 310-1234 (no area code needed) from anywhere in BC. |
| Choices is a Day Program and Supported Employment program for adults who are intellectually challenged. |
| Speech-Language Pathologist |
| This service is for those who cannot safely bathe themselves. |
| Community Community volunteers manage a permaculture demonstration garden on Community Services grounds. |
| Sunday services at 10:00am (Morning Worship and Kids Zone). |
| Affordable, Healthy, Safe, and Permanent Housing. ● Murakami Gardens Apartment: 27 unit apartment building. An application form must be completed to be considered. ● Hereford Apartment: 3 bedroom family apartment. An assessment must be completed to confirm eligibility. ● Lautman House: 7 bedroom rooming house residence for low income individuals. Access to the Lautman Housing is through the SSI Community Services Outreach Services or by inquiring with the SSI Community Services housing Director. |
| Community Information Resource and Referral service provides intake, brief assessment, crisis intervention, short-term counselling and referral to services for children, youth, adults and families. |
| Community Initiatives provides day programming for adults who are intellectually challenged. |
| Community Living BC delivers support and services to adults with developmental disabilities and their families in British Columbia. |
| The Summer Program provides a structured activity-based day program for children with mental challenges. |
| Copper Kettle offers people without homes or shelter, emergency supplies (i.e. tents, sleeping bags, warm clothing, and food). |
| The Core Inn is home to a drop-in centre and is home base for the Community Services youth counsellors and Options for Sexual Health. |
| A non-profit service offering free credit and budget counselling and workable strategies for reducing or eliminating debt, solving money problems, and helping people gain control over their finances. |
| Affordable housing for seniors and people with disabilities. Croftonbrook is owned and operated by Island Women Against Violence. Plans for expansion underway in 2019. With expansion will also house low-income folk. |
| This is a group of volunteers that are dedicated to the protection and preservation of Cusheon Lake. |
| Physiotherapy |
| Counsellor & Coach: Adults, Couples, Youth. Since 2002, Family Systems Trained, David works with issues of anxiety, depression, addiction, family relationships (past and present), trauma, work, life purpose and life balance. Supporting tapping into inner knowing - Body, Emotions, & Mind balance. Various methods that are chosen based on clients goals/needs. |
| Massage Therapist |
| Dial-A-Law is a library of scripts prepared by lawyers. |
| Registered dieticians are able to answer your healthy eating questions and personalize nutrition information for your nutrition needs. |
| Our mission is to support people, with all disabilities, to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community. We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications. |
| Dentist |
| Optometrist |
| Registered Psychologist #369 |
| Naturopath |
| Family Physician |
| Family Physician |
| Family Physician |
| Psychiatrist |
| Family Physician |
| Internist |
| Chiropractor |
| Dentist |
| Family Physician |
| Family Physician |
| Dentist |
| Naturopath |
| Family Physician |
| Dentist |
| Family Physician |
| Family Physician |
| Chiropractor |
| Dentist |
| Doctors |
| This program is operated by School District 64 at three sites on Salt Spring Island - Fulford Elementary, Salt Spring Elementary and Fernwood Elementary. It runs on a drop-in basis and is a parent participatory program designed for children ages 0 to 5. |
| A registered charity committed to the improved welfare of farmed animals. |
| Mental health services for seniors 65 and older. |
| Call to register for the provincial voters list. |
| Elsje’s services are offered to adults and children dealing with any issues in life, including trauma, mental health issues and childhood wounding. Elsje has a specialization in helping people with terminal illness, prolonged chronic illness and all family members and individuals dealing with a recent bereavement or anticipated bereavement. |
| Employment Insurance provides temporary financial assistance for unemployed Canadians while they look for work or upgrade their skills. |
| Enquiry BC is a provincial call centre that provides services to all British Columbia residents, on behalf of provincial government ministries, Crown corporations and public agencies. |
| This service provides ongoing in-patient psychiatric treatment and case management support for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness for the South Vancouver Island Region including Salt Spring Island. |
| Registered Midwives |
| We support the healthy development of families prenatal to 6 years old. Our programs include prenatal and parenting workshops, Island Infant drop in discussion group, Stay and Play drop ins, and Mother Goose Parent and Child music programs. Our resources include: Food Security program, Toy Library, and Clothing Exchange. |
| Family Support Services are provided on an outreach basis to families where children are determined to be in an unhealthy or risky home environment. These children may be in need of protective services or be at risk of removal from the home unless significant intervention and change occurs. The intent of the program is to reduce risk to the children and develop or restore a safe and healthy home. |
| Located on the North end of Salt Spring Island, we serve students from kindergarten to Grade 5. |
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| Food is distributed to needy individuals and families via the Food Bank (10:30 am - 4:00 pm) and Brunch Program (9:30 am - 12:00 pm) on Tuesdays, in emergencies and with Christmas Hampers. |
| Food is distributed to needy individuals and families on a weekly basis, in emergencies and at Christmas. |
| Fulford School is located at the south end of Salt Spring Island near Fulford Harbour. |
| The BC Problem Gambling Help Line is a province-wide, toll-free, multilingual telephone information and referral service. |
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| This is a support circle for grandparents who are raising or supporting their grandchildren. |
| A government subsidized facility with 50 beds and 1 short term respite bed for seniors who can no longer be cared for at home and require 24 hour/7 day a week nursing care. |
| An on-line resource guide for Aboriginal people in British Columbia. |
| The Educational Advisory Council guides and assists the school district with its implementation of the Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement and its use of resources related to aboriginal learning support and culture and language programming. |
| The Gulf Islands Centre for Ecological Learning is an ecological exploration program connecting people with nature using the unique and wonderful ecosystems of the spectacular southern Gulf Islands. |
| GIFTS supports people with disabilities by recognizing their right to employment, social, recreational, educational access and housing. |
| The Gulf Islands School District has eleven schools, seven of which are on Salt Spring Island. |
| The Early Success program focuses on our youngest students, providing them with a strong start to school. |
| Gulf Islands Secondary School (GISS) is located on Salt Spring Island in the Gulf Islands School District. |
| Supported living for seniors. |
| Massage Therapist |
| Heart and Stroke Foundation staff and volunteers are available to answer specific questions about topics related to heart and stroke issues as well as to provide information, advocacy, support and referrals if required. |
| This residence provides independent and assisted living for seniors age 65 or older. |
| An informal group meets monthly to discuss such things as alternative therapies, spiritual healing and medical support. |
| Registered nurses teach, coordinate and administer medications, change dressings and perform other nursing duties. |
| Home Support Services is a non-profit organization providing home support workers to assist elderly or handicapped residents to maintain their independent lifestyle in their own home. |
| Honor is a depth psychotherapist with a background in Jungian and archetypal psychology. Her work is also informed by attachment theory and brain research. |
| In From The Cold provides overnight shelter and a hot meal for people without adequate housing. |
| Provides employment and assistance (BCEA) for individuals who are in need of financial assistance and are eligible for benefits. |
| The Indian Residential School Survivors Society assists First Peoples in BC to recognize and be holistically empowered from the primary and generational effects of residential schools by supporting research, promoting awareness, establishing partnerships and advocating for justice and healing. |
| The Institute for Sustainability Education & Action (I-SEA) was created to broaden and deepen the understanding, appreciation, and commitment to sustainability locally throughout the Gulf Islands of British Columbia, as well as internationally. |
| Island Comfort Quilts provides a comfort quilt, free of charge, to any islander with a life-threatening disease or injury. |
| IDHHC is a specialized social service agency providing counselling and support services to people dealing with a hearing loss and their families. |
| Island Natural Growers welcomes everyone including farmers, gardeners, educators and consumers who share a vision for a local food system based on organic production methods. |
| Formed in 1992, Island Natural Growers welcome any Salt Spring Islander who is dedicated to raising animals or growing plants according to natural organic principles and practice. |
| Island Wildlife Natural Care Centre is a non-profit society dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned wild animals. |
| IWAV is a non-profit organization providing services throughout the Southern Gulf Islands to women and their children affected by violence and abuse. |
| The Islands Trust has a legislated mandate for protecting and preserving the trust area, primarily through land use planning and regulation. |
| Massage Therapist |
| Salt Spring Island |
| Massage Therapist |
| Massage Therapist |
| The KIDS Help Line is a toll-free phone counselling referral and Internet service for children and youth. |
| Physiotherapy |
| Doctors |
| Free breastfeeding information and support group. |
| A community hospital with 19 acute care beds providing 24 hour emergency services. |
| Providing counselling for addictions, mental health, couples and life transitions. |
| The Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is funded by the Law Foundation of British Columbia and operated by the Canadian Bar Association British Columbia Branch. |
| Legal Services Society (LSS) has a range of free services that may help you. |
| Massage Therapist |
| Massage Therapist |
| Hot nourishing meals delivered by volunteer drivers five days a week to the elderly or handicapped. The program can be reached by email at greenwoodsmow@gmail.com. |
| Part of Island Health, the Southern Gulf Islands Mental Health and Substance Use Team offers assessment and treatment for adults with mental health and substance use concerns to residents of Salt Spring Island and the other southern Gulf Islands. |
| Physiotherapy |
| The Ministry provides programs and services to ensure that healthy children and responsible families are living in safe, caring and inclusive communities. |
| The association provides support and education for people with a mood disorder, their families and friends. |
| Narcotics Anonymous is an international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts. The goal is to help anyone seeking recovery from the disease of addiction to find support and fellowship. |
| Massage Therapist |
| The New Beginnings program provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals with barriers to employment to gain support and connections so they can achieve their goals. |
| If you think a provincial government ministry or public agency has treated you unfairly, the Ombudsperson may be able to help. |
| Meeting are held the first Tuesday of every month in the club rooms at Fulford Community Hall. |
| Intake and referral for a range of health services within the region for seniors. |
| The Clinic operates as a branch of Options for Sexual Health of BC. |
| We seek innovative ways to meet the diverse needs of our parish family and develop our sense of ownership in the well-being of all parish members. |
| Help in understanding abuse and how it affects women and their children. Information on, and help connecting with services and resources. Working to develop a safety plan. Supporting in the development of a transition plan to become free of abuse, based on individual's goals and the steps they want to take to get there. |
| Parent Child Mother Goose is an interactive parent participation early literacy singing and rhyme program for children age 0 to 6 years. |
| Massage Therapist |
| BC PharmaCare helps British Columbians with the cost of eligible prescription drugs and designated medical supplies. |
| Phoenix School is a small, holistic school inspired by its natural setting, with a deep sense of family, community and society. |
| Public Health provides services and information on public health issues including pre-natal courses, baby health services, vaccinations and disease prevention. |
| The Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health is a family-centred resource providing a range of multidisciplinary health care services to children and youth. |
| Salt Spring Island |
| This program provides eligible low-income working families with cash assistance to help with their monthly rent payments. |
| The Representative for Children and Youth supports children, youth and families who need help in dealing with the child welfare system and advocates for changes to the system itself. |
| The Residential Tenancy Branch provides landlords and tenants with information and dispute resolution services. |
| The Restorative Justice Program provides an opportunity for offenders of minor crimes to take accountability for their actions and avoid the court system through a diversion program. |
| Focus of Practice: Rowan works with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship conflict, family challenges (past and present), life purpose and work issues, drugs and alcohol, sexual orientation, transitioning and gender issues. She also consults for agencies and other professionals. |
| A non-profit society dedicated to protecting the biodiversity of natural habitats and special land features through public education, working with private land-holders who wish to place Conservation covenants on their land, and acquiring and holding environmentally sensitive land, often with government agencies and other conservation organizations. |
| Many levels of assistance and support are available to women experiencing cancer. |
| Salt Spring Centre School is a non-denominational, accredited independent school located on 70 acres of meadow, garden and forestland in the center of Salt Spring Island. |
| SSCHLTS is a registered society which acquires and holds land in perpetuity for affordable housing and other community benefits such as agriculture. |
| A "learning through play" licensed preschool with parent involvement serving 3-5 year olds. |
| At Salt Spring Elementary School we pride ourselves in being a child centered school. |
| Emotional and vigil support for people in the palliative stage and their families. Support for bereavement as well. |
| The Salt Spring Island Daycare Society is a non profit, charitable organization providing island families with quality and affordable daycare for close to 30 years. |
| This program is responsible for providing Salt Spring Islanders with support in the event of a major emergency or disaster situation. |
| Salt Spring Island Middle School is located in the heart of Ganges village, overlooking Ganges Harbour on Salt Spring Island. |
| Open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. |
| The Salt Spring Island Recycling Depot is a central collection site for residents to drop off "blue box" materials including cardboard, paper, plastics and containers. |
| Provides affordable transportation to Islanders with bus routes throughout the island including Ganges. |
| Provides safe, free, and confidential first-stage transitional housing for single self-identified women with or without children seeking safety from violence and abuse, including victims of sexual assault and stalking. |
| The Institute's aims are to improve conditions of rural life, to promote the theory and practice of agriculture, to promote home economics, public health, child welfare, education, better schools and cultural activities. |
| SSIJAR was formed in June 2001 to draw attention to First Nations issues and to oppose the Provincial Referendum on Treaty Negotiations. |
| The Land Bank is a charitable organization dedicated to increasing the supply of affordable rental and home ownership housing, in order to ensure diversity in our community. |
| Non-profit organization dedicated to the enhancement of literacy on Salt Spring. Offering free tutoring for adults in the areas of reading, writing, math, English as a second language, and computer literacy. We also provide volunteer tutors in the elementary schools. We offer a quiet space to study, a computer lab, exam invigilation, and other literacy services. Privacy assured. Volunteers welcome! Donations are tax deductible. |
| Pre-natal, post-natal and birthing services covered by BC Medical. |
| The Island Stream and Salmon Enhancement Society is a dedicated group of volunteers who work on all the creeks on Salt Spring Island. |
| Search and Rescue is a group of volunteers, trained to find and help missing or lost individuals. |
| This non-profit society is dedicated to preserving our heritage seeds and plants. |
| A drop-in centre with resources, information and a volunteer outreach program for seniors. |
| A registered not for profit organization offering services to promote the well being and education of individuals having physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities through the development of equine skills and structured programs with horses. |
| The Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of SSI's lakes and fresh water supplies. |
| SWOVA develops solutions to prevent violence and abuse against women and children through education, community development, and research. |
| School support services include: counselling, family support and specific psychosocial interventions for children and youth. |
| Free health related information for seniors. |
| Alcohol and drug services for seniors 55 and older with substance abuse issues. |
| The Seniors Wellness Program offers peer support and referrals, as well as wellness workshops, clinics and education to seniors and their care-givers. |
| The Service BC office is the spot for all provincial government-related information and documents from marriage licence applications to BC medical coverage and the filing of residential tenancy disputes. |
| Sharon has found herself drawn to work that focuses on empowering women. She has over 30 years’ experience working with couples and offering Relationship Workshops. |
| Counselling |
| Registered Psychologist. Private practice in Westshore, Victoria, and Salt Spring Island, BC. Clinical therapy offered to children, families, and adults covering a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and response to trauma, health concerns, behavioral issues, and life transitions. |
| We speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. |
| Soul Matters Counselling is a non-profit counselling service on Salt Spring Island. Their mission is to provide professional counselling to low-income individuals, couples, children and families. |
| Child Support services are available to assist with the care, supervision and support of children with mental challenges. |
| The SSI Society for Community Education is a non-profit, charitable society dedicated to offering, promoting, and maintaining an array of educational opportunities and experiences for the community of Salt Spring Island. |
| First Aid Courses offered include: Standard Emergency and CPR and Occupational First Aid Level 1 (WCB). |
| Massage Therapist |
| This program offers counselling to women who have experienced violence in relationships, sexual abuse or childhood abuse. |
| Street Link provides emergency services to homeless people in the downtown core of Victoria. |
| Counselling |
| From teens to seniors, Teresa counsels people who long for relief from the impacts of trauma, anxiety, grief, and relationship difficulties. |
| TETRA is a volunteer organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities by designing and building special devices to resolve day to day difficulties and to enhance full participation in lifestyle activities. |
| family history centre: 250. |
| The Learning Curve is a non-profit organization that educates, supports, and advocates for children with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder and their families. |
| For locals and visitors alike, you'll find a wealth of information about Salt Spring as well as British Columbia. |
| Salt Spring Island families may borrow toys and books for children ages 0 to 6 years. |
| TSS is a community-led response to climate change and oil dependancy. We are a registered BC non-profit society and part of the global Transition Town movement. TSS supports community members whose vision is to work together to create resilience and vibrancy in our community. TSS projects, initiatives and events encourage environmentally sustainable practices and methods, including: organic food production, renewable energy, green building technologies, alternative transportation, water conservation, waste-avoidance, and green business practices. Join our mailing list to get news, updates and special invites from www.transitionsaltspring.com |
| Transitions supports and enhances the programs and services of Island Women Against Violence (IWAV). |
| Tree Frog Daycare is a licensed non-profit society with programs for children aged new born to kindergarten. |
| Meetings every Sunday at 10:30am from September to June in the Seniors Centre. |
| Salt Spring Island United Church warmly welcomes everyone to our services and activities: children's programs; inspiring choral music; friendly, diverse congregation; and ongoing educational programs and events. |
| The Vancouver Island Crisis Line offers 24-hour crisis line service to Vancouver Island, the islands of the Georgia Strait, and the mainland communities between Powell River and Rivers Inlet, as defined by Island Health. |
| Salt Spring Island Victim Services provides emotional support, practical assistance and referrals and information about the criminal justice system and further protective measures. |
| Victoria Child Care Resource and Referral is a quality enhancement program funded by the Government of British Columbia and sponsored by the Single Parent Resource Centre. |
| Alcohol and drug services for seniors 55 and older with substance abuse issues. |
| Voice of Women is a national women's group founded in 1960 to work towards world peace, women's issues and environmental concerns. |
| The Waterbird Watch Collective was formed to monitor and document waterbird populations around the coast, lakes and ponds of Salt Spring. |
| WorkBC provides free client-focused career solutions and essential tools to guide you back to employment. |
| Provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals with chronic mental health issues to experience leisure, education, pre-employment and peer support opportunities. |
| Provides prevention, education and treatment services for youth and families where substance use is a concern, or where someone is affected by the substance use of another. |
| ● Youth and children who have addictions or problematic substance use issues, and/or who are affected by the substance misuse of others. ● Individuals who may have a serious and persistent mental illness and may be served concurrently with a mental health counsellor. |
This program was last updated on 28 Mar 2019.
