Spinal Cord Injury BC

Spinal Cord Injury BC is the best source of information on living well with a spinal cord injury related disability in British Columbia. Our programs and resources are here to help people with spinal cord injuries and their families adjust, adapt and thrive in their communities.

SeniorsBC

SeniorsBC – A place for all older adults in BC to find resources for planning and living a healthy and active life.

Accessible Housing BC

A project by SCI-BC to facilitate a link between housing providers with accessible properties and housing seekers with disabilities looking for accessible accommodations within British Columbia.

Driving Miss Daisy

They provide a wide range of services for seniors and families with children and anyone who needs a little extra care and support, temporarily or long term. They extend our services to people with vision, cognition and mobility challenges as well as people recovering after surgery or injury.

Manual Wheelchair Maintenance

Guide for maintenance and basic repairs

Check out our guide on maintenance and repair by clicking this link to open a downloadable pdf.

Manual wheelchair maintenance and minor repairs

Manual Wheelchair Maintenance

Guide for maintenance and basic repairs

Check out our guide on maintenance and repair by clicking this link to open a downloadable pdf.

Power wheelchair maintenance and minor repairs

Battery FAQ

Want to prolong the lifespan of your battery

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Spinal Cord Injury BC

Spinal Cord Injury BC is the best source of information on living well with a spinal cord injury or related disability in British Columbia. Our programs and resources are here to help people with spinal cord injuries and their families adjust, adapt and thrive in their communities.

Driving Miss Daisy

Driving Miss Daisy is an award-winning Corporation which was founded in Alberta in January 2002. We have proudly become the leader in non-medical seniors services including assistance and accompaniment that includes transportation for seniors and those with disabilities. We have expanded operations into BC, Ontario and most recently, Saskatchewan. Our mandate is to provide spouses, caregivers and adult children an avenue of respite in the caring of their aging parents. Our service improves the quality of life for seniors and those with disabilities. We listen carefully to the challenges that each client faces and meet those needs on an individual basis.

BC MINISTRY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL INNOVATION

The Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation focuses on providing Income and disability assistance services and programs in British Columbia.

They offer comprehensive financial solutions for seniors and disabled persons, covering both basic and complex equipment. However, their benefit programs may not be available to people already receiving others forms of assistance.

FINANCIAL CONSUMER AGENCY OF CANADA AND THE CANADA REVENUE AGENCY

The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offer a variety of federal tax credits to Canadian seniors aged 65 years or over. These credits are dependant of your net income and circumstances.

They also provide credit to help cover medical expenses and help people who are suffering from a disability. Finally, they also offer support for members of the family who are caring for relatives.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Veterans Affairs Canada also provides a variety of funding options for senior and peoples with disabilities. These benefits are independent of any other federal, provincial, or municipal benefit programs and are designed to complement them.

Veterans Affairs funding can cover everything from services such as housekeeping and personal care to specific treatments and equipment. They are also available as regular payments. We are a registered equipment provider for DVA.

FIRST NATION’S HEALTH AUTHORITY

Canada’s First Nation’s Health Authority (FNHA) offers a variety of benefit programs available to seniors and people with disabilities.

These programs cover a number of health related goods and services to meet medical and dental needs not covered by provincial, territorial, or other third party health insurance plans for BC First Nations. These include dental care, medical supplies and equipment, medical transportation, vision care, mental health, and much more.

WORKSAFE

Worksafe BC offers comprehensive disability pensions for people who have suffered an injury at work that will affect their future earning potential. The amount of each award is dependent on the individual circumstances of the applicant.

Awards are paid in lump sums or monthly payments, depending on the amount of the payment and the individual’s overall disability rating. We are a contracted provider for all Worksafe clients

ICBC

Insurance Corporation of British Columbia offers a variety of discounts and benefits for seniors who drive or own their own vehicle, as well as people with disabilities.

This can include a 25% discount on basic car insurance both for seniors and disabled persons, reduced driver’s licence renewal fees, and more. We are a contract service provider for ICBC, so feel free to contact us for more information.

PACIFIC BLUE CROSS

Blue Cross is a leading BC health insurance provider offering a variety of plans designed to cover the health requirements of both retirees and people with existing medical conditions and/or disabilities.

Their Primary Blue plan offers entry level coverage with no medical questionnaire. Their Blue Choice plan, on the other hand, offers more tailored solutions and increasing coverage over time. Visit their website for specific information regarding each of their plans.

SUNLIFE FINANCIAL

Sun Life Financial is a financial services company offering health, life, dental, and disability insurance. They have a variety of plans designed for seniors and disabled persons.

Their services can help to cover everything from complex home renovations to specialized equipment and/or services. They can also help to cover the cost of basic medications and other simpler medical supplies.

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE GROUP INSURANCE PLAN

Similar to some of the other financial institutions mentioned on this page, Chambers of Commerce offers a variety of plans focused on helping disabled persons minimize the cost of extended health care.

The Chambers Plan health options cover between 50% and 100% of eligible costs, and provides affordable health insurance for what Canadian employees need the most like prescription drug plans, paramedical services and vision care.

MARINE BENEFITS

BC’s Extended Marine Health Benefit helps individuals cover the costs of medically necessary services and supplies which are not covered under a Provincial Hospital Insurance Act or a Provincial Medicare Act.

The details of the available benefits vary depending on the individual circumstances of each applicant. Generally, the plan may cover hospital accommodation, physician charges, diagnostic services, ambulance services, medical appliances, and more.

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY BENEFITS PLAN

The Construction Industry Benefits Plan (CIBP) is the premier benefit plan for people working in BC’s construction industry.

It currently offers both a Standard and Enhanced plan, both of which provide comprehensive coverage. This can include, health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as extended health care for peoples with disabilities, and more.

ALLIANCE FOR ARTS

The Alliance for Arts and Culture provides its members with a variety of extended health benefits covering various medical costs.

The benefits offered through the Alliance may cover extended health care, dental, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, long term disability, and more.

Picture Reference Guide

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• Use this sheet to give your clients a visual understanding of each product

BC HEALTHLINK

The BC HealthLink provides round-the-clock access to non-emergency health information and advice in British Columbia. This includes information on healthy eating, common health concerns, mental health issues, medications, and much more.

All information is available online, through a mobile app, via phone, or through a collection of printed resources.

OFFICE OF THE SENIORS ADVOCATE

The Office of the Seniors Advocate monitors and analyzes seniors’ services and issues in B.C., and makes recommendations to government and service providers to address systemic issues.

It’s website compiles a variety of useful information for seniors, including various reports and publications regarding health care, housing, income supports, personal supports, transportation, and much more.

SENIOR SERVICES SOCIETY

Seniors Services Society is a non-profit agency located in New Westminster. It provides local and provincial programs in order to help older adults live as independently as possible.

The society’s website contains plenty of useful information mainly concerned with support and housing services.

INSPIRED SENIOR LIVING

Inspired Senior Living is a monthly magazine distributed across British Columbia. The magazine websites offer extensive information to complement the content of the magazine.

Yearly subscriptions are currently available for $32. The magazine also hosts two annual 55+ Lifestyle Shows.

OPPORTUNITIES FUND

The BC Centre for Ability’s Opps Fund is a financial assistance program designed to assist persons with a disability obtain employment.

It provides funding for training, wage subsidies, funding for equipment, and self-employment training. It is available to applicants from the Sunshine Coast, the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley to Boston Bar and Hope, Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

OPEN DOOR GROUP

The Open Door Group is a not-for-profit organization that provides employment and leisure programs and focuses on building strong partnerships within BC communities.

The group runs multiple supportive programs in order to help disabled persons regress into the workforce. These include training programs, counselling, and more.