Better at Home – United Way BC (Province‑wide)

Better at Home – United Way BC (Province‑wide)

Chair‑yoga, carpet bowling, art studio, social dances (fees waived via LAP)

Supporting the non-medical needs of older adults from priority populations in BC.

Contact Information

Website Link: betterathome.ca

Phone Number: 604-268-1312

Email: info@uwbc.ca

Location: United Way British Columbia, 4543 Canada Way Burnaby, BC V5G 4T4


Community Based Services

Volunteers, contractors and paid staff from local non-profit organizations provide Better at Home services. By helping seniors remain at home longer, they support a diverse, inclusive and vibrant neighbourhood for everyone.


A range of non-medical home support services

Better at Home services vary from community to community. They are designed to complement existing services and are based on the unique needs of local seniors.

Examples include:

  • Friendly visiting

  • Transportation

  • Light yard work

  • Minor home repairs

  • Light housekeeping

  • Grocery shopping

  • Snow shovelling