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Social Development Coordinator (buildingon former Drug Policy Coordinator role):The Social Development Coordinator [SDC] role, utilizing anurban health [community development] approach, acts as aresource for not-for-profit and government organizations, thecommunity at-large and the employer – Regional District ofCentral Okanagan. A specific focus is to assist organizationswho provide harm reduction, prevention, treatment andenforcement services for persons in need. The targetpopulation may be chemically dependent, homeless [at risk],mentally and/or physically ill, criminal justice involved and/orcompromised in other ways. The SDC promotes communityhealth & wellness [safety] via assisting partnership buildingbetween existing services as well as to problem-solve, helpstrengthen programs as well as to encourage, facilitate andsupport the development of new initiatives geared to helpingthe target clientele and, our community at large.
Urban Health defined as….• “The status of health in urban populations” (Medical Definition, 1998) & “The health of apopulation that lives and works closely together, usually in an incorporated area, such as acity or town, with a common water supply and with similar environmental conditions” (Mosby’sdental dictionary, 2008).• “Where people live affects their health and chances of leading flourishing lives. Communitiesand neighbourhoods that ensure access to basic goods, that are socially cohesive, that aredesigned to promote good physical and psychological wellbeing, and that are protective of thenatural environment are essential for health equity.” (World Health Organization , 2008) ….“The health of people living in towns and cities is strongly determined by their living andworking conditions, the quality of physical and socio-economic environment and the qualityand accessibility of care services.” (World Health Organization, 2003).• As health is believed to be largely determined by factors outside of the health care system,Health Canada has identified 12 determinants of health:– Income and social status - Employment– Education - Social environments– Physical environments - Healthy child development– Health Services - Personal health practices and coping skills– Social Support Networks - Biology & genetic endowment– Gender - Culture
Page 1: Update: New Social DevelopmentCoord
Page 5 and 6: The Four Pillars Coalition {from th
Page 7 and 8: The ‘cost’ of alcohol abuse•
Page 9 and 10: Addressing Causal Factors ~• Dete
Page 11 and 12: FYI: Overwhelming support for Vanco
Page 13 and 14: HousingSheltering the Hard to [sust
Page 15 and 16: Assessing potential homelessnessIt
Page 17 and 18: One new focus of expanded role:Meet
Page 19 and 20: Kelowna’s Gospel Mission Shelter:
Page 21 and 22: Inn From the ColdInn from the Cold
Page 23 and 24: - Willowbridge is a 40 unit support
Page 25 and 26: Some additional {Mental Health & re
Page 27 and 28: Tutt Street PlacePending Housing -
Page 29 and 30: Supportive Recovery Homes:“Provid
Page 31 and 32: Kelowna’s Gospel Mission Programs
Page 33 and 34: Karis Support Society:Karis Support
Page 35 and 36: Freedoms’ Door -Freedom’s Door
Page 37 and 38: Ozanam House - Society of St. Vince
Page 39 and 40: Other not-for-profit low income Hou
Page 41 and 42: Residential Resources for Seniors
Page 43 and 44: New Addition to Service Sector -‘
Page 45 and 46: Summary….• This social developm
Page 47: Contact:Christene WalshChristene.Wa

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