Oct
7
Tue
Chronic Conditions Workshop
Oct 7 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Knowledge + Skills + Confidence = Chronic Conditions Workshop

In this *free* 6-session workshop for adults with one or multiple chronic conditions, you will learn:
 
  • How to better manage your health
  • Set goals and problem solve
  • Communicate effectively with your health care team
  • Take action and live a healthy life!
Workshop details
September 23 to October 28, 2025
Tuesdays
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required – please contact us at:
 
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca
#InvisibleIllness #YourHealthMatters #ButYouDontLookSick #chronicconditions #CareGivers #Wellness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicPain

 

Oct
9
Thu
Breast Friends – Cancer Support Group
Oct 9 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Support and information for people affected by breast cancer.

Cost: by donation. Registration required.

When: every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

For more info or to register, please contact our Front Desk: 

Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext 0

Oct
13
Mon
Closed for Thanksgiving
Oct 13 all-day

We will be closed on Monday, October 13th for the Thanksgiving Day statutory holiday. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025.

Oct
14
Tue
Chronic Conditions Workshop
Oct 14 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Knowledge + Skills + Confidence = Chronic Conditions Workshop

In this *free* 6-session workshop for adults with one or multiple chronic conditions, you will learn:
 
  • How to better manage your health
  • Set goals and problem solve
  • Communicate effectively with your health care team
  • Take action and live a healthy life!
Workshop details
September 23 to October 28, 2025
Tuesdays
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required – please contact us at:
 
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca
#InvisibleIllness #YourHealthMatters #ButYouDontLookSick #chronicconditions #CareGivers #Wellness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicPain

 

Oct
16
Thu
Low Vision & Macular Degeneration Group
Oct 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Anyone with macular degeneration or vision problems is welcome to attend this on-going group. Registration required.

When: third Thursday of every month.

Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Cost: by donation

For more info or to register, please contact our Front Desk: 

Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

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Oct
20
Mon
Bridging The Digital Divide
Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Bridging The Digital Divide offers free digital literacy sessions to older adults, seniors and elders who would like to learn more about using portable devices: smart phones, tablets and laptops.

Building digital literacy skills can help with:

  • develop confidence in using portable devices
  • keeping in touch with family & friends
  • maintaining independence (e.g.: using an online map for errands; scheduling appointments; prescription refills and more)
  • build up resilience and brain health though learning something new

All questions and levels of experience welcome. We can also help you determine which portable device or apps would be best suited for your specific needs. Please register in advance to attend.

Future group work sessions include:

  • how to identify scams
  • how to keep your personal information safe
Program info: Bridging The Digital Divide

Bring your questions and your portable device (if you have one) to a session with our IT (Information Technology) specialist.

Day: Mondays (closed stat holidays)
When: September 22, 2025 to March 2026.
Time – our receptionist can help you choose between an individual session or group* session:

  • Individual one-to-one session (three slots available; 45 minutes each): 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m. or 1:45 p.m.
  • Group session (one slot available; 75-minute session): 2:45 p.m. or  4:00 p.m.

Cost: free – advance registration required.

*Groups are usually 4-5 participants so that everyone has time to ask their questions, learn from each other and enjoy social time together.

To register:

Front desk staff are available 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Monday- Friday; closed stat holidays.
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

Questions? 

If you are unable to reach our receptionist during the times listed above, please feel free to contact our outreach worker, Sharon Laurie at
T: 250-388-7844, Ext. 318
E: slaurie@jbcp.bc.ca 

P.S. Check out our other activities for seniors: https://jbcp.bc.ca/seniors/social-programs/

Oct
21
Tue
Chronic Conditions Workshop
Oct 21 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Knowledge + Skills + Confidence = Chronic Conditions Workshop

In this *free* 6-session workshop for adults with one or multiple chronic conditions, you will learn:
 
  • How to better manage your health
  • Set goals and problem solve
  • Communicate effectively with your health care team
  • Take action and live a healthy life!
Workshop details
September 23 to October 28, 2025
Tuesdays
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required – please contact us at:
 
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca
#InvisibleIllness #YourHealthMatters #ButYouDontLookSick #chronicconditions #CareGivers #Wellness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicPain

 

Oct
23
Thu
Breast Friends – Cancer Support Group
Oct 23 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Support and information for people affected by breast cancer.

Cost: by donation. Registration required.

When: every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

For more info or to register, please contact our Front Desk: 

Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext 0

Oct
27
Mon
Bridging The Digital Divide
Oct 27 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Bridging The Digital Divide offers free digital literacy sessions to older adults, seniors and elders who would like to learn more about using portable devices: smart phones, tablets and laptops.

Building digital literacy skills can help with:

  • develop confidence in using portable devices
  • keeping in touch with family & friends
  • maintaining independence (e.g.: using an online map for errands; scheduling appointments; prescription refills and more)
  • build up resilience and brain health though learning something new

All questions and levels of experience welcome. We can also help you determine which portable device or apps would be best suited for your specific needs. Please register in advance to attend.

Future group work sessions include:

  • how to identify scams
  • how to keep your personal information safe
Program info: Bridging The Digital Divide

Bring your questions and your portable device (if you have one) to a session with our IT (Information Technology) specialist.

Day: Mondays (closed stat holidays)
When: September 22, 2025 to March 2026.
Time – our receptionist can help you choose between an individual session or group* session:

  • Individual one-to-one session (three slots available; 45 minutes each): 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m. or 1:45 p.m.
  • Group session (one slot available; 75-minute session): 2:45 p.m. or  4:00 p.m.

Cost: free – advance registration required.

*Groups are usually 4-5 participants so that everyone has time to ask their questions, learn from each other and enjoy social time together.

To register:

Front desk staff are available 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Monday- Friday; closed stat holidays.
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

Questions? 

If you are unable to reach our receptionist during the times listed above, please feel free to contact our outreach worker, Sharon Laurie at
T: 250-388-7844, Ext. 318
E: slaurie@jbcp.bc.ca 

P.S. Check out our other activities for seniors: https://jbcp.bc.ca/seniors/social-programs/

Oct
28
Tue
Chronic Conditions Workshop
Oct 28 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Knowledge + Skills + Confidence = Chronic Conditions Workshop

In this *free* 6-session workshop for adults with one or multiple chronic conditions, you will learn:
 
  • How to better manage your health
  • Set goals and problem solve
  • Communicate effectively with your health care team
  • Take action and live a healthy life!
Workshop details
September 23 to October 28, 2025
Tuesdays
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Advance registration is required – please contact us at:
 
Phone: 250-388-7844, Ext. 0
Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca
#InvisibleIllness #YourHealthMatters #ButYouDontLookSick #chronicconditions #CareGivers #Wellness #MentalHealthMatters #ChronicPain