Provider: Kootenay Social Support Society
One-to-one social prescribing and community support for adults aged 55+ in Nelson and nearby communities.
Supports adults aged 55 and older through social prescribing: identifies personal health and wellness goals, connects participants to non-clinical community services, and provides regular check-ins. Eligibility includes experiencing or being at risk of frailty, social isolation or loneliness, barriers to community resources, frequent emergency department or primary care visits, life-limiting illness, end-of-life, or palliative care. Eligible service areas include Nelson, Balfour, Bonnington, Taghum, Beasley, Blewett, and South Slocan. Accepts self-referrals and referrals from health professionals, family or friends, and community organizations.
Service Areas: Balfour, Beasley, Blewett, Bonnington Falls, Nelson, South Slocan, Taghum
Contact: 778-689-6832; nelson@ksss.ca
Source · Retrieved: Sep 27, 2026