Groups provide an open, friendly and safe environment for ALS patients, family members, caregivers and friends to discuss issues related to living with ALS. Groups are facilitated by experienced volunteers and are a major point of contact between the Society and the ALS community.
We recognize that support groups aren’t for everyone, but we also know that not too many people know exactly how fun support groups can be. We laugh and learn so much, that it is hard to imagine why some people choose to “go it alone.” Just know we’re here when you need us.
Upcoming Support Groups
For more information on how to participate in one of our Support Groups, or to find out more details about dates and locations of upcoming events, please contact:
Lisa Hercus, Director of Patient Services
Phone: 604.278-2257 ext. 226 or send an email.
Abbotsford
Last Wednesday of the month
Time: 2:00-4:00PM
Location: 36232 Cassandra Drive, Abbotsford
For more information, please contact Detta Penna at 604-864-4986 or dettapenna@shaw.ca
Kelowna Living with ALS Group
Next Meeting: Friday, March 25th, 2011
Time: 1-3PM
Location: IHA (Interior Health Authority) Capri Health Unit Office. In the Capri Shopping Centre on Gordon Street (Corner of Gordon & Hwy 97) Go through the mall entrance to the right of the KVR coffee shop at the front of the Capri Mall. Go to end of hallway to the IHA reception area on the right. You’ll be directed our way!
For more information, please contact Louise Adderley at loumar4@shaw.ca
North Central Island
Location: Brechin United Church 1998 Estevan Road, Nanaimo BC
Time:1-3PM
Wednesday May 18, 2011
For more information, please contact Heather Bemister at support@alsbc.ca
Surrey
3rd Wednesday of the month
Time: 12:30-2:30PM
Location: ABC Country Restaurant, 202 – 15373 Fraser Hwy, Surrey
For more information, please contact Shirley Cook at 604-584-3098
Vancouver
Meets the last Thursday of each month except July & August
Next Meeting: Thursday, March 31st, 2011
Location: ALS Society of BC Suite 1233 – 13351 Commerce Parkway, Richmond BC
Time: 1-3 PM
Free Parking on street Cornwall Drive OR parking in lots next to buidling. Paking passes from ALS BC office are neccessary for parking in the lots only. Accessible parking at entrance.
For more information, please contact Lisa Hercus at 604-278-2257 or patientservices2@alsbc.ca
Victoria
Date: 3rd Sunday of each month .
Time: 2-4PM
Location: 1945 Cook Street corner of Cook & Pembroke
Victoria Health Clinic Multi Purpose Room
For more information, please contact Ellen Mahoney at 250-479-4266 or ellen.mahoney7@gmail.com
