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Automatic Defibrillator public information session

admin2015-03-10T01:04:20-07:00

Galiano Island Health Care Centre in collaboration with local businesses and residents has now installed a number of Automatic External Defibrillators (AED’s) in prominent places up and down the island. Designed for public to use if someone collapses, the AED’s will monitor the person’s heart beat and apply a small electric shock if the machine decides that it could help resuscitate the collapsed person.

A series of public information and familiarization sessions are now underway.

On Sunday March 15 a Public Access Defibrillator orientation will be held at the North Community Hall from 1-3pm (**note change of date) –

Please RSVP for this event to Eileen at 250 539 5677 or eileen.eeb@gmail.com

Refer to attached poster for details. (there is a repeat course at the south community hall on March 21 at 1pm)

Automatic Defibrillator public information sessionadmin2015-03-10T01:04:20-07:00

Helper Help workshops

admin2015-01-21T19:06:37-08:00

COURTESY POST – the Galiano Library is hosting a 3-part series of workshops focusing on helping the helpers (caregivers).

Questions? Registrations? Contact Don McGinnis, Mental Health and Addictions Clinician for the Outer Gulf Islands at 250 538 7662.

Helper Help workshopsadmin2015-01-21T19:06:37-08:00

2015 Polar Brrr Swim – January 1st

admin2014-12-16T21:24:11-08:00

Join in the fun on Thursday January 1st – 12 noon at Montague Harbour Beach (by the boat launching area). Be one of the intrepid who dare to take a dip into the water, or simply come to cheer them on. Either way your participation will support the Galiano Health Care Society to provide vital health services and programs on Galiano.

Pledge forms available from the Twirly Tree/Post Office; Galiano Bookstore; Galiano Health Clinic (please bring your pledge form to the event along with collected monies)

Hot Chocolate and Hot Dogs available to push aside that winter chill. Yummm!

Questions? Call Sylvie at 250 539 3077

2015 Polar Brrr Swim – January 1stadmin2014-12-16T21:24:11-08:00

Service Cut – First Call Nurse (weekends)

admin2014-11-26T18:37:05-08:00

The Galiano Health Care Society received sudden notice that our First Call Nurse coverage (emergency coverage on weekends) would cease mid-November. There was no advance warning or negotiations. This means that we now have three weekends a month without on-island emergency medical care.

911 services with the first responders and paramedics will continue to operate, however they will not have access to the emergency room at the clinic, nor will there be access to after-hours medications.

Dr Carlson will continue with her on call services one weekend a month, but on other weekends there will only be an off-island doctor available via phone.

This cut in services is very concerning. You can take action by contacting Island Health and the Minister of Health to express your opinion.

please review the press release from Island Health regarding Galiano’s on call coverage cut. 2014-11 VIHA HCC-FC

We ask you to also review the formal response from GHCS along with [Read More…]

Service Cut – First Call Nurse (weekends)admin2014-11-26T18:37:05-08:00

FREE Flu Vaccine – Nov 19th

admin2014-11-15T19:15:34-08:00

The Galiano Health Care Society is hosting a flu vaccination clinic at the Lion’s Hall on Galiano Island – Wednesday November 19th from 1.30pm-4pm.

Be sure to bring your BC Care Card with you to the Lion’s Hall.

To see if you are eligible for the free vaccine, go to the VIHA website . If you are ineligible for the free vaccine or unable to get to the November 19th flu vaccination clinic on Galiano, please make an appointment with your primary care provider to discuss your options.

FREE Flu Vaccine – Nov 19thadmin2014-11-15T19:15:34-08:00

FREE Health Workshop – Nov 4th

admin2014-10-29T18:11:24-07:00

The Mental Health & Wellness Committee is partnering with the Galiano Library to co-host a free health workshop focusing on depression and anxiety. Guest presenters include Cheryl Bell-Gadsby from Saltspring Island Community Services & Andy from the Bounceback program.

Learn about common mental illness, take home strategies to manage symptoms, and gain a clearer appreciation of the experience for a loved one living with a mental illness (including ways that family and friends can help).

The library will display collection items that have threads related to the discussion on mental health.

Venue: Galiano Library

When: Tuesday November 4th

Time: 1-4pm

Cost: FREE

Light refreshments available

For further details contact Jenelle at 250 539 2422

FREE Health Workshop – Nov 4thadmin2014-10-29T18:11:24-07:00

Silver Linings Playbook – Oct 4th

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You are invited to attend a public screening of the film ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ at the South Community Hall on October 4th. This drama/comedy explores the life of ‘Pat’ who has experienced many challenges in life, including mental illness, marriage breakup and unemployment. Watch the film to experience some of Pat’s journey & recovery.

A panel discussion will be held at the end of the film to allow for reflection and comment. Our panel will include Jo Rippin NP, Dr Carlson, Peter Barrett and Virginia Monk.

This event is co-sponsored by the Mental Health and Wellness Committee of the GHCS and the Galiano Club.

Questions? Contact Jenelle at 250 539 2422.

Hope to see you on Saturday 4th October at 1pm.

Poster October Movie 2014

Silver Linings Playbook – Oct 4thadmin2014-09-16T21:15:16-07:00

Referendum Nov 15, 2014

admin2014-09-07T19:04:21-07:00

The Capital Regional District has approved a referendum on behalf of the Galiano Health Care Society – to be held on November 15, 2014.

The GHCS owns and operates the Health Care Centre building. Right now we have a great team of health professionals provided by VIHA and using the Centre to serve our community. However VIHA is unwilling to provide sufficient funding to cover the costs of managing and operating the Health Care Centre itself. Each year our Board has energetically fundraised and sourced donations to make up a shortfall of approximately $60,000 just to keep our doors open.

That effort is proving more challenging due to economic constraints together with rising maintenance costs. We have reached the point where the Board has had to make the difficult decision to go to the community for support via a property tax levy.

See the attached document for answers to some common questions people are [Read More…]

Referendum Nov 15, 2014admin2014-09-07T19:04:21-07:00

Wine & Beer Festival – August 9th 2014

admin2014-07-07T03:58:05-07:00

This year is the 22nd annual Galiano Wine and Beer Tasting Festival with proceeds to the Galiano Health Care Society to support health and social programs for local residents, families and visitors to the Island.

Date: Saturday August 9, 2014

Venue: Lion’s Field on Burrill Rd (next to the health clinic)

Time: 1-4pm

Tickets: $40 (includes wine and beer tasting, plus finger food)

Check out the Festival website for more information at www.galianowinefestival.com

Tickets are selling fast. Reserve tickets with credit card by phoning Jenelle at 250 539 2422; you can also pre-purchase tickets from various businesses on Galiano Island.

Wine & Beer Festival – August 9th 2014admin2014-07-07T03:58:05-07:00

Brilliant performances – Nunsense!

admin2014-06-29T19:46:42-07:00

Thank you to the Galiano community for your enthusiasm and support for the Nunsense performances this weekend. A big thank you to the cast – Lynette Salton, Sherry Harapat, Elaine Hazelrigg, Julie Kehler and Richard Helvig. An equally large thank you to Linda and Judy for organizing/coordinating/juggling/encouraging excellence and entertainment before, during and after the events.

The Board of Directors thanks everyone for their generous support through attendance and cash donations – it will make a big difference – positively – for our health centre this year.

Now we can start preparing for the Wine and Beer Festival on August 9th!

Brilliant performances – Nunsense!admin2014-06-29T19:46:42-07:00

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