While many housing providers long favoured Treatment First programs, research has shown that Housing First is more effective at reducing substance use and keeping individuals housed. If there’s one thing Housing First enables, it’s recovery....
A support worker at Safe Harbour House and The Bridge, two neighbouring assisted living programs, David had to overcome his own crisis before he could help others. “My life fell to pieces as a result of both mental health and addictions. It was an ongoing struggle...
We are proud of our well-trained front line workers who responded quickly and professionally, and our managers and executives who worked into the night to coordinate transport and services for those effected to other programs and locations. ...
Island Crisis Care Society is pleased to confirm that we were chosen to operate interim supportive housing at 250 Terminal Avenue N. We will continue to collaborate with municipal and provincial governments, partners, and community groups to make this project a success. Homelessness has become more...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Resilience is often described in relation to trauma but resilience also helps cope with daily stresses and challenges too. Resilience looks different for different people and is a personal journey. Below is relevant research and tips that may be helpful as you explore and develop...
Violet Hayes and Renate Sutherland sat down with David Graham from 88.5 The Beach to talk about the supportive housing planned for 222 Corfield, including deconstructing many of the misconceptions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGLS3JfPamo...
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The Presidents Cup is the national Sr.B level box lacrosse championships for the Canadian Lacrosse Association, and will be hosted by the Nanaimo "RE/MAX" Timbermen from August 26th to September 2nd, 2018. The tournament is comprised of 8 league champions from across Canada, and will be...
Justine spent all her money on a daily crack addiction. She rarely ate or slept. After relapsing following multiple stays in a treatment centre, she became homeless and lived on the streets. Cold and hungry, Justine showed up at the doors of Samaritan House at...
This year, we are the grateful recipient of the proceeds from Edgewood's 8th Annual Run For Recovery. Help raise awareness about addiction while also raising funds for Island Crisis Care Society. You can run, walk, or simply come out and enjoy an awesome evening at...
