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Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and rehab support for adults with complex recovery needs ranging from chemical dependency or serious mental illness or co-occuring disorders AND significant impairment in functioning. ACT serves clients with serious mental illnesses that are complex and who have very significant functional impairments. ACT services are delivered by a group of mental health staff from a variety of disciplines, who work as a team and provide the majority of treatment services. ACT services are individually tailored to the needs of each client. ACT teams are mobile and deliver services in the community.more info

Big Hearts Home Healthcare provides medical and non-medical, in-home support services to individuals wanting to live independently in their own homes and communities. more info

CICAPP services the needs of children and youth with complex mood, anxiety and/or psychotic concerns or complex neuro-developmental and associated psychiatric concerns.more info

Helping families in Central Vancouver Island achieve a healthier lifestyle, and improve overall physical and emotional well-being. more info

Counselling and treatment for sexually transmitted infections. testing and referral for communicable diseases and TB, and Central Island viral hepatitis service. Appointments required.more info

Looking for hearing aids in Nanaimo? As you may as already know, even milder cases of hearing loss have the potential to compromise your connection with surroundings, favourite pastimes and even your friends and family. At Connect Hearing, we carry a huge range of advanced hearing devices – including Behind-the-Ear, In-the-Canal and Invisible Open Technology – that match your lifestyle and your budget. Our mission is to enable you to live life to its fullest. Make an appointment today to get started! more info

This type light touch body work therapy is ideal for pain, stress, anxiety, PTSD, brain injuries, chronic fatigue, emotional issues, birth trauma and so much more. I create a mindful, safe place for releasing tension in the body. It is calming and transforming. more info

GNCC promotes cycling as a tool to make a positive change for people with mental and physical health issues. Using cycling as a therapy as part of a ‎Wellness Recovery Action Plan, has had great success. Regular bike riding has proven to be effective with mental health conditions such as depression, stress and anxiety. We encourage any individual that would want to join us for regular rides to contact us. GNCC is looking to partner with local health organizations and professionals.more info

Environmental Health Officers conduct more than 7,000 inspections of restaurants, food facilities and stores annually. We also educate food handlers and consumers about safe food handling practices.more info