We have a new Thrift Shop Donation Drop-Off schedule to serve you better! We are open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm. Thank you for your support!
SOS was proud to be part of the collaborative effort that connected dozens of homeless residents, and many who are at risk of homelessness, with essential items and resources last week during the sixth annual Project Connect Health Fair. The event, hosted by the Oceanside Task Force on Homelessness, was held at the Parksville Community Centre with the goal of connecting residents in need to services and organizations in the community that are dedicated to eradicating homelessness and the stigmas surrounding it. Residents got free hair cuts, hearing exams, public health testing, hygiene items, portraits, food, pet food and more, while gathering information on local resources. All the give-away items and services were donated by service providers, local businesses and community members.
SOS is proud to be participating in Active Aging Week, which takes place Oct.1-7. Come visit our Open House at Qualicum Commons on Oct. 2 from 10:30 – noon, where seniors can enjoy refreshments while learning about SOS programs and services. For more on local events, click here to view the RDN Active Aging Week brochure.
Community organizations in the region area are coming together again to offer our most vulnerable residents access to emergency services, items of necessity, and life saving resources under one roof.
The6th Annual Project Connect Health Fair will take place Thursday, Oct. 10 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Parksville Community Centre.
The event, organized by the Oceanside Task Force on Homelessness, was designed to connect residents in need to service providers, businesses and volunteers who are dedicated to eradicating homelessness and the stigmas surrounding it. Service providers such as Island Crisis Care Society, Forward House Community Society, Canadian Mental Health Association, The Career Centre, Mental Health & Substance Use, Ministry of Social Development, and SOS, along with approximately 30 other businesses and community groups, will be on hand to give a hand up to our most vulnerable citizens.
The event will offer free haircuts, hearing exams, foot care, public health testing, information on programs, healthy food, hygiene items, portraits and many other valuable services, all donated from service providers and the community. A veterinarian will also be on hand for those who have pets providing pet food, flea care, vaccinations and food. The Parksville Community Centre has also sponsored the event, making it possible for it to be free for attendees.
Learn about federal government programs, services and benefits at a free seminar hosted by SOS on Oct. 3, 2019. A Service Canada representative will give a presentation and take questions.
The semiars will take place at the SOS Community Services Centres in Parksville and Qualicum Beach. In Parksville it will run from 9:30 am – 11:30 am at 245 Hirst Ave. West. In Qualicum Beach it will take place from 1:30 – 3:30 pm at Qualicum Commons (744 Primrose St.).
The discussions are very popular and there is limited space, so pre-registration is required to reserve a space. Pre-register by calling 250-248-2093 ext. 239. Don’t forget to bring a pen and paper.
SOS and the Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre are hosting a free educational workshop to help local renters have successful rental outcomes. Whether you are just getting into the rental market or have been renting a home for many years, this workshop will help you better understand your rights and obligations, how to protect yourself, and more. The workshop takes place Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. and will run for about 2 hours, including a question and answer period.
Seating is limited. Register today by calling SOS at 250-248-2093.
