LivingWorks ASIST is a two-day face-to-face workshop featuring powerful audiovisuals, discussions and simulations.
You'll learn how to prevent suicide by recognizing signs, providing a skilled intervention and developing a safety plan to keep someone alive. Two knowledgeable, supportive trainers will guide you through the course, ensuring your comfort and safety.
The first residents of the women’s section of the Emergency Response Centre have moved in.Read more
Winter overnight shelter opens at St. Peters Roman Catholic Church until March 31, 2021. Read more
Facing homelessness as a senior
Melissa is passionate about sharing her story to help end stigma against homelessness. Read more
The True Demand for Housing Security in Nanaimo We estimate that at least 6000 people in Nanaimo are living on the edge of homelessness. Read more
GRANT FUNDING OPEN APPLICATIONS
Reaching Home COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund to support organizations in the homeless-serving sector responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more
COVID-19 is affecting how United Way supports your community. The pandemic has increased the demand for local services, created shortages in supplies, and disrupted much needed funding for local non-profits. Your help is needed now, more than ever, so we can continue helping your community. Donate Today
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