New bathtubs for residents of Acropolis Manor
New bathtubs and a fresh new bathroom design make bathing safer and more enjoyable for residents of Acropolis Manor Thanks to funding from the Provincial Health Authority and Arjo, a medical supply...
Accessibility
Off-road wheelchairs bringing Prince Rupert hiking trails to everyone
When you meet Jessie Gibson for the first time, two things become very clear: she loves her work as a physiotherapist, and she loves her community. Jessie is based in Prince Rupert, a place she’s ca...
The journey to 100% mobile-friendly sites at Northern Health
Northern Health websites now mobile-friendly with responsive design In 2016, which feels like an eternity ago, the Northern Health web team embarked on what became a three-year journey of enlighten...
Partnering to make nature more accessible
Northern Health's IMAGINE Community Grants provide funding to a variety of groups with projects that make northern communities healthier. Our hope is that these innovative projects inspire healthy com...
"The village helped to raise our child": A Smithers family reflects
When you walk into Sport Chek in Smithers and see Jesse Clegg unpacking garments and hanging gear, you may not realize the significance of that moment. You may not realize the number of people, pro...
Ditching the can opener: Tools, services, and tips to make healthy, homemade meals accessible
This article was co-authored by Rebecca Larson, registered dietitian, and Valerie Pagdin, occupational therapist. When you have a disability, making healthy meals at home can present additiona...
Building spaces where everyone can play
Brooke and MacKenzie are twin sisters who cannot play together at Quesnel's playgrounds. While MacKenzie scampers up and down stairs and slides, Brooke's chase stops the moment her wheelchair gets stu...