Cowichan Independent Living

05/08/2026

From a mental health perspective, we are all Punch sometimes. We cling to whatever comfort we can find, just to make it through the day.

05/07/2026

05/06/2026

Looking for a nice mother’s day gift? Come check out the bracelets we sell at the office.

05/06/2026

New Seniors Walking Group! 👟☕

Looking to get active, meet new people, and enjoy the outdoors?

Join the Seniors Walking Group every Wednesday from 1–2pm at the Cowichan Sportsplex!

Walk at your own pace and enjoy coffee, treats, and social time.

A great way to build community and have fun — rain or shine.

Free to attend. Supported by Volunteer Cowichan and the Cowichan Sportsplex .

Questions? Contact Lisa at 250‑748‑2133 (ext 104).

05/06/2026

When the Drop In Hub at 55 Victoria closed, the need in our community didn’t disappear. If anything, it became even more visible.

Every day, the Hub served people experiencing homelessness, individuals struggling with food insecurity, and community members who relied on it for basic necessities, connection, and support. We knew we couldn’t let that need go unanswered while we continued the search for a permanent location.

That’s why ICCS is pivoting to a Mobile Hub.

Behind the scenes, our team has been working to reimagine how we can continue showing up for people in the meantime. We are finalizing outreach locations across Nanaimo to help fill food service gaps while also bringing many of the same supports the Hub provided directly into the community.

To make this possible, we are currently in the process of purchasing a van. If you or someone you know would be interested in donating a cargo van, we would love to hear from you.

We are also still actively searching for a permanent replacement location for the Hub itself. But with so many people counting on these services, we knew we couldn’t wait.

Our community needs support now, and we’re committed to finding ways to keep showing up.

05/06/2026

Youth 12-18 are welcome to drop by our Youth Centre at 360 Festubert Street for a free hot lunch Monday to Friday. Check out our many options for a yummy meal!

Thank you to Nourish Cowichan Society for their generous support of this program. 🙏🙌🏼🫶🏻

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

Theresa works as a caregiver for a young adult with a disability, helping with personal care and daily tasks. She has hearing loss, which can make her job difficult.

She learned about WorkBC Assistive Technology Services from a friend and decided to apply for funding for the hearing aids she needs for work. “I received hearing aids that I never would have been able to afford,” she says.

Theresa has seen a big difference in her work, saying that it has “immensely” improved her ability to do her job. “When you are caring for someone who has limited energy, it is amazing the difference proper hearing makes,” she explains. “The stress level has gone down to basically none because I am able to hear requests easily and respond immediately.

“The Assistive Technology Services program is so empowering and life changing that I would be grateful for the opportunity to recommend it to someone else!”

Read more: https://www.neilsquire.ca/the-assistive-technology-services-program-is-so-empowering-and-life-changing/

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

As many as 1 in 5 women have a mental health problem during pregnancy and in the first year following birth. Without support, postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety can pose a serious risk to your health and the safety of your baby. The best thing you can do for yourself and your family is to reach out for support and talk to others about how you feel.

For more info on the baby blues and postpartum depression, visit Baby Blues & Postpartum Depression | Island Health