Services
POSITIVE LIVING BC provides a comprehensive suite of programs and services. These are generally offered FREE but to Members only, although some require an appointment to be booked in advance.
Most are available at the POSITIVE LIVING BC offices, with several available on a daily basis during opening hours of 10.00am to 4.00pm. This includes the Members Lounge, iCafe computer room and the Advocacy service. There is also a daily schedule of Health and Wellness sessions and regular meetings of social Groups.
Find out more details below or view our Event Calendar to see when each service is available.
| Service | What | When | Contact | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acupuncture | Enhance health and alleviate pain. | Tuesday 12:30pm-5pm. Appointment required. | 604 646 5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Advocacy | Support on income, housing, access to healthcare, discrimination issues and end of life planning. | Monday - Friday 10am-12pm, 1pm-4pm | 604 893 2223 advdesk@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| AJ's Cafe | Social gathering for HIV Poz men to hang out (The Junction, 1138 Davie Street, Vancouver). | Friday 3pm-6pm | 604 646 5339 support@positivelivingbc.org | ||
| Average Joes | Social gathering for HIV Poz men to hang out (Numbers Cabaret, 2nd Floor, 1042 Davie Street, Vancouver). | Wednesday 9pm-Midnight | 604.893.5339 support@positivelivingbc.org | Cash bar | |
| Community Forums | Informative and educational sessions related to HIV. | Varies | 604 893 5311 jenm@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Complementary Health Fund | Aims to mitigate the burden of health-related expenses not covered by other funding sources. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm. Cheque issue day Thursday 1pm-4pm | 604 893 2245 chfteam@positivelivingbc.org | ||
| Complimentary Tickets | Free tickets for entertainment and community events. | Wednesday 10am-1pm. Times vary, please check in advance. | 604 893 2285 comptix@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Creative Writers' Workshop | Back by popular demand, formerly presented at Loon Lake Retreats | Every Thursday from 1-3pm | To register please call 604.893.2200 | Free | |
| Cribbage and Cards | Card games in the Lounge | Wednesday 10am-1pm | 604 893 2258 richardh@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Dental Hygiene | Treatment from 4th-year UBC dental hygiene students. | Wednesday 1pm-4pm. Appointment required. | 604 646 5310 paulk@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Dietitian | Improve outcomes related to weight , CD4 count and quality of life. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm. Appointment required. | 604.646.5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| eNews | Weekly email newsletter of HIV stories | enews@positivelivingbc.org | Free | ||
| Games Day 2 | Monopoly, Scrabble, chess and more! | Thursdays 10am-1pm | 604 893 2258 richardh@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Hair Salon | Shampoo and haircut by volunteer professional stylists. | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10am-1pm. Times vary, please check in advance. | 604 893 2200 | Free | |
| Healing & Creative Arts | Art Therapy Workshops | Tuesdays 10:30am - Noon | Free | ||
| Healing Retreats | Valuable, fun and relaxing opportunity to get to know other HIV+ people. | June and September | 604 893 2213 healingretreats@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Housing Kiosk | Get help searching for affordable market housing. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm | 604 893 2223 advdesk@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| iCafe | Computer and internet access. Staffed by volunteers to help you make the most of your computer experience. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm | 604 893 2236 | Free | |
| Income Tax Preparation | Help with completion of tax forms. | Monday, Friday 10am-4pm (March-April only). Appointment required. | 604 893 2200 | Free | |
| JANE | Social networking group for HIV positive women | 604 893 2259 jackieh@positivelivingbc.org | |||
| Lounge | Members can socialize and enjoy complimentary coffee, read newspapers or make local phone calls. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm | Free | ||
| Massage Therapy | Relieve yourself of aches, pain, stiffness and stress. | Friday 1pm-6pm. Appointment required. | 604 646 5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Massage Therapy | Relieve yourself of aches, pain, stiffness and stress | Monday, Friday, 1pm-5pm. Appointment required. | 604.646.5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Members Forum | Online forum for Members to discuss issues in private. | forum@positivelivingbc.org | Free | ||
| Naturopathic Clinic | Holistic approach to assist the body's innate capacity to repair and heal. | Wednesday, Thursday 5.30pm-8.30pm. Appointment required. | 604.646.5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Nutrition Clinic | Advice on nutrition, food and healthy eating. | Tuesday - Friday 10am-4pm. Appointment required. | 604.646.5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Ou+doorsmen | Monthly social group for gay HIV Poz guys who enjoy being active. | Varies | 604 893 2258 richardh@positivelivingbc.org | ||
| Peer Navigators | Learn the latest information and strategies for living a healthy life with HIV (IDC, 5th Floor, St Pauls Hospital). | Monday - Friday 9am-5pm | 604 908 7710 or 604 682 2344 (ext 63894) | Free | |
| Physician's Registry | Assistance in finding a Physician experienced working with HIV-positive individuals. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm | 604 646 5366 | Free | |
| Polli 'n' Esther's Closet | Provides used clothing, household goods, bedding and more. | Mondays - Thursday 11am-3pm. Appointment required. | 604 646 5324 richardh@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Positive Gathering Conference | Annual conference developed for and by HIV-positive people living in BC | Friday March 22nd to Sunday March 24th | |||
| Positive Living BC Members' Holiday Season Dinner | Positive Living BC Members' Holiday Season Dinner (Law Courts Inn, 800 Smithe St.) | Thursday, 6 December 2012 - 6:00 to 9:00pm | 604.893.2200 | Members $10, Guests $40 | |
| Positive-Talk | Drop-in discussion group for all HIV+ people | Wednesday 7pm-9pm | Glen 604 646 5314 | Free | |
| Prison Outreach | Support, outreach visits, advocacy and pre-release planning for inmates. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm | 604 893 2283 pop@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Reiki | Spiritually guided life energy to harmonize body, mind and spirit. | Alternate Wednesdays 2pm-5pm. Appointment required. | 604 646 5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Suits Dinner Club | Monthly dinner for HIV+ gay working men. Cost and location vary each month. RSVP required. | Last Monday of each month, 5.30pm | 604 893 2258 richardh@positivelivingbc.org | ||
| Tai-Chi | Moving meditation that can help bring about clarity and vitality. | Monday 5.30pm-7pm (Beginners), Mondays 7pm-8.30pm (Continuing). Appointment required. | 604 646 5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Thai Yoga Massage | Bodywork therapy to activate energy nodes and re-balance its flow. | Thursday 2pm-5pm. Appointment required. | 604 646 5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Treatment Information | Paul Kerston 604.646.5309 paulk@positivelivingbc.org | ||||
| Voice Mail | Get free voice mail. | Monday - Friday 10am-4pm | 604 893 2223 advdesk@positivelivingbc.org | Free | |
| Yoga Class | Find your mind and body balance. | Thursday 6.00-7.00pm | 604 646 5311 clinic@positivelivingbc.org | Free |
