The goal of the Kootenay Seniors Home Support Program is to provide non-medical supports that enable seniors to remain in their own homes for as long as possible. The Home Support Worker provides light housekeeping duties, laundry, for seniors in the Nelson area. The Home Support Worker is able to work on their own and [...]
Press Release - for immediate release Jan 31st, 2025 On Saturday, Feb 22nd, Nelson CARES Society’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising event will be taking place with hundreds of walkers hitting the chilly, dark streets of Nelson and over 100 volunteers keeping them safe, on track, fed and cheered on. The [...]
Please join us for an open house to discuss the proposed Front Street development If you are interested in the open house, and would like a information pamphlet, click here.
On Saturday, Feb 22nd, Nelson CARES Society’s Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraising event will be taking place with hundreds of walkers hitting the chilly, dark streets of Nelson and over 100 volunteers keeping them safe, on track, fed and cheered on. Because of the fast-paced nature of the event, there is a huge [...]
Nelson CARES Society is a not-for-profit organization that provides programs in advocacy, housing, employment and support services. Services for Community Living is its program that provides at-home and community-based services for adult individuals with developmental disabilities and complex health care needs. Some of the Community Support Worker’s responsibilities include: Provides person-centered support for the [...]
Press Release - for immediate release Nelson CARES Society hosted their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, Oct 2nd at the Adventure Hotel with over 30 community members in attendance. The AGM was followed by celebrating the organization's 50th anniversary serving the community. During the AGM, Board Chair Ron Little shared his report about the organization's [...]
Please click on the photo to download a copy of the 2023-2024 Annual Report.
Help the Nelson Committee on Homelessness create our 2025-2026 Community Plan to reduce & prevent homelessness. We want your voice and individuals with lived experience. When: Wednesday October 30th, 10:00am – 1:00pm Where: The Adventure Hotel, conference room (616 Vernon Street) Coffee & snacks provided Please RSVP by emailing: ncohcommunity@nelsoncares.ca with the subject line: "RSVP: [...]
NCOH is providing ongoing information regarding Services in Nelson for those in need. Please click on the link below for the current State of Services in Nelson: State_of_Services Fall 2024
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Nelson CARES Society Board of Directors warmly invites you to join us for our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 at 5:30pm Location: Adventure Hotel - Banquet Room 616 Vernon Street, Nelson To vote at the AGM you must be a member in good standing with a [...]
