Housing and homelessness in Nanaimo, British Columbia
ICCS - The Bridge
Offered by Island Crisis Care Society - Head Office
In short
Adjacent to Safe Harbour House, The Bridge provides long term supportive stays to clients who have reached a level of stability in their recovery but benefit from continuing support.
- Who it is for
- Adults, Seniors; Seniors, Older adults (65+)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Where
- 880 Victoria Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4R8
- How to reach
- (250) 716-3414 · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
About this service
Adjacent to Safe Harbour House, The Bridge provides long term supportive stays to clients who have reached a level of stability in their recovery but benefit from continuing support. The program is designed to continue the stabilization process and provide assistance with life skills and relearning independent living.
Access is through assessment by Nanaimo Mental Health and Substance Use Services. Clients are exclusively referred by Adult Community Support Services (ACSS) Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACT) and Community Support Team (CST).
The Bridge philosophy is based on five core principles:
- Full Island Health team partnership
- Choice
- Recovery
- Professional kindness
- Bio-psychosocial-spiritual development
The Bridge is a registered assisted living program. Capital funding and initial operating funding provided by Service Canada. Ongoing operational funding is provided by the Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation, Island Health, donations and fundraising.
Who can use it?
Referred by Adult Community Support Services (ACSS, ACT and CST)
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 716-3414, or use the website.
Listed in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
880 Victoria Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4R8
880 Victoria Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9R 4R8Nanaimo, British Columbia
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