Engaged Communities (ECCS)

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[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Thank you to everyone who worked together to make this event such a success and for standing together in our shared mission to build a healthier more connected community.

#EngagedCommunities #firefighters #SurreyBC #hospice #Newton #MobileHealthUnit #PublicHealth @surreyps

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Our Mobile Health Unit delivered the Corte de Pelo Project to communities where it is needed urgently - ensuring hygiene, health and essential supplies!

#FreeHaircuts #MigrantWorkers @Local1271 @surreyps #EngagedCommunities @Fraserhealth #peacearch #whiterock #southsurrey

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Stay Cool

Did you know our cooling sites provide a safe haven for those without access to air conditioning or cool spaces?

Public health and safety are our top priority.

Stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade, and check on your neighbors.

#PublicHealth

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

With over 17% of British Columbians experiencing food insecurity, the work of our teams to provide healthy food has become more important than ever. Getting healthy food right where it is needed most.

#foodinsecurity #foodsecurity #inflation #foodcosts #costofliving #foodhamper

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Amidst #Surrey #Vaisakhi celebrations this serene moment captured seniors resting on chairs, embodying grace amidst the peaceful celebration.

Our Elder’s Space had comfortable seating, proper nutrition/hydration, and some space to be safe and achieve rest.

#Seniors

[Surrey Schools @Surrey_Schools]

Laronde Elementary students learned a lot during a visit to the White Rock Daytime Warming Centre recently: https://t.co/O9O3vQxtUQ
They also brought donations as well a large ‘Welcome’ painting for the shelter!

#sd36learn @whiterockcity #SurreyBC #WhiteRockBC @EngagedCommuni2

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Grade 6 students from École Laronde @Surrey_Schools brought their curiosity, kindness, and generous spirits to learn about public health & compassion along with a beautiful gift to brighten the day for those at the shelter.

#CompassionInAction #Grade6Kindness #EmpathyEducation

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Embracing the warmth in the midst of the storm! 

Our shelter doors are open wide to welcome those seeking refuge from the cold. We've got meals, hot drinks, cozy clothes, social workers, mental health councillors and medical assistance to share. 

#LoveInAction #WinterWarmth

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

While gripped by record low temperatures, our dedicated healthcare team is working tirelessly at our shelter site to provide support, care, and hope to those in need.

Incredible partners!

#HealthcareHeroes #MentalHealth #FrontlineStrong #CompassionateCare #Nurses #Doctors

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

As summer slowly fades into memory and the first cool breezes of autumn sweep in, it’s time for us to transition to safety and well-being for the cold months ahead. We got this BC!

#shelterfromthestorm #winter #cold #autumn #fall #safety

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

When someone using our Cooling Centre and Mobile Health Unit has a few words to share…we stop, listen and understand.

#seniors #heat #hot #cooling #mist #water #ice #naloxone #harmreduction #food

[Mike Starchuk @MikeStarchuk]

Thanks for being a huge community supporter and being there for those people whose confidence was boosted today and every day you are meeting people where they are at. #keepupthegoodwork #bcpoli

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Our hygiene days bring a closeness with another human being that many haven't had for so long due to years of neglect and lack of access. New clothes, showering and getting free haircut provides a health check and a huge boost in confidence!

#freehaircuts #hygiene #mobilehealth

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

@MaryJoNabuurs Anytime!

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Today while commemorating Khalsa Sajna Divas in the @CityofSurrey we continued to ensure the equitable access to health resources and gave out 1000’s of rapid tests, sanitizer and masks. Public health done right.

#PublicHealth #Vaisakhi #Surrey #RATS #rapidtests #seva @BCSikhs

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Packed up and ready to go to a new home! 🥹 Our shelter is a temporary solution so we work hard to deliver housing with partners so people can build healthy lives. Our intervention and advocacy is designed to help the most vulnerable find a home.

#housing #homelessness #shelter

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

Our mobile sites include councillors, Dr’s, nurses and the Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction to provide fast life-saving interventions and social supports (housing, income supports, ID’s) for the most vulnerable.

Rapid deployment = lives saved.

#publichealth

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

To reduce overdose risk our Mobile Health Unit safely & rapidly checks drugs for fentanyl (and analogues) to reduce death, hospitalizations and increase public safety. The sample shown tested positive.

#PublicHealth #overdosecrisis @JM_Whiteside #poison #harmreduction #toxicity

[Engaged Communities (ECCS) @EngagedCommuni2]

A giant leap…Doctor’s have joined our team to assist efforts to bridge health/social care and remove restrictive barriers that hurt the most vulnerable and limit their access to housing and other vital supports.

#healthinnovation #publichealth @drandrewb @adriandix

[Adrianna 💐 (she/her) @asblackette]

So many emotions & deep gratitude to those supporting the #homelesscount & to those who shared their experiences. Special shout out to all amazing volunteers in #sswr #SurreyBC #surrey #whiterock #whiterockbc #Ladner & thank you @PattiePWhiteRoc for always holding it down ❤️