Better At Home
Arrow Lakes Better at Home is a program that helps seniors with simple non-medical, day-to-day tasks so they can live independently in their own homes and remain connected to their communities.
Better at Home is a community initiative managed by the United Way of British Columbia and funded by the Government of British Columbia.
Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services is host to the Arrow Lakes Better at Home program in Nakusp, Burton, Fauquier and Edgewood.
Who can use Better at Home services?
If you are 65+ and live in Nakusp, Burton, Fauquier, Edgewood and surrounding areas, you qualify for Arrow Lakes Better at Home services.
Better at Home is actively looking for volunteers.
Cost
Fees for Better at Home services are determined on a sliding scale based on a senior’s income tax return and their ability to pay. Some services are offered for free. Client information is kept confidential.
Contact
To request services or to volunteer with the Arrow Lakes Better at Home program, please contact the program coordinator:
Louella Cann
Phone: 250.265.8747
Email: louella.cann@aslcs.com
Fax: 250.265.3378
Non-medical services offered by Arrow Lakes Better at Home
Light Housekeeping
Snow removal
Minor home repairs/ home maintenance
Light yard work
Grocery Shopping
Bus Transportation
Some local transportation
Friendly Visiting
Our services are offered by paid staff, contractors and volunteers, all of who have gone through and passed criminal record checks. Some services are offered at no cost.
Arrow Lakes Better at Home Sliding Fee Scale
Office Hours
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 am – 3:00 pm