Community
First Health Co-op
The Nelson and Area Wellness and Education Centre with
partnerships supporting wellness for all in our communities.
Come Visit the Newly Updated Community First Health Co-op!
The CFHC Governing Board and contractors have been diligently making improvements, upgrades, and enhancements that have transformed
our Wellness Centre into a more welcoming, accessible, and user-friendly space for our tenants, members, and community.
Who We Are
Incorporated on February 27, 2003, the Community First Health Co-op was first created by a group of concerned citizens with the goal of enhancing and supporting local health care services. The CFHC is a thriving organization dedicated to supporting comprehensive local health services for all members of our communities.
Mission
The mission of the Community First Health Co-op is to enhance the health and wellness of communities, families, and individuals by providing services through a co-operative partnership of consumers and health service providers.
Vision
The Community First Health Co-op has a vision for Nelson and Area as healthy communities where people have equal opportunities for good health.
Values
The Community First Health Co-op’s strategies, policies, and organizational relationships will be based on the following values:
- Local Control
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We believe in open membership, democratic member control, and cooperative autonomy.
- Communication/Education
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We believe in communicating in an atmosphere of openness, honesty, and trust. We believe in providing education and training for our members so they can contribute effectively to the development of the co-op and assist in developing solutions for wellness in our communities. We believe in informing the general public about the nature and benefits of cooperation.
- Cooperation
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We believe in working cooperatively. We believe in developing partnerships and relationships with individuals, organizations, and communities to achieve our purpose and vision.
- Community-oriented
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We believe in being community-oriented because we live and operate in our communities. We believe in being proactive by providing a variety of services within the not-for-profit structure.
The Growth of the Co-op’s Future
The Health Co-op has come a long way since 2002. We are incorporated as a Community Service Co-operative and are focusing our efforts to ensure the health and wellness of our community.
Services that the Co-op could contribute:
- home support for community residents;
- chronic disease management and support;
- community care teams focused on vision, nutrition, hearing, speech, and dental health;
- supportive living programs;
- affordable housing;
- health education series for the public;
- other health and wellness initiatives.
Services in the CFHC
The Community First Health Co-op Partners offer a wide range of services to our local communities. Visit our Services pages to learn more about each of our Partners and the services that they offer.
Seniors' Programs
Nelson and District Seniors Coordinating Society
Join CFHC
The mission of the Community First Health Co-op is to enhance the health and wellness of communities, families, and individuals by providing services through a co-operative partnership of consumers and health service providers. Join the CFHC and help us shape the future of healthcare in our communities.
Join the Community First Health Co-op
Low-Cost Dental
The West Kootenay Community TEETH Clinic Society is a non-profit organization able to offer low-cost dental services to low-income individuals and their families.
Seniors Programs
Mission: To provide direct goods and services to seniors and disadvantaged people in an affordable way to support their dignity and quality of life.
InspireHealth
Since 1997, we have provided programs and services to enhance quality of life, health, and well-being of people living with cancer and their families.
