Social Support Networks
Support from families, friends and communities is associated with better health. Such social support networks could be very important in helping people solve problems and deal with adversity, as well as in maintaining a sense of mastery and control over life circumstances.
The caring and respect that occurs in social relationships, and the resulting sense of satisfaction and well-being, seem to act as a buffer against health problems.
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Resources on Social Support Networks
2023 Clayoquot Region Vital Signs Report
Check out the latest health, social, environmental and economic indicators for the West Coast communities. 2023 Clayoquot Region Vital Signs Report
2023 Vital Signs Report – Alberni Valley
Check out the latest in health, social and economic indicators for the Alberni Valley 2023 Alberni Valley Vital Signs Report
Building Regional Prosperity in the Alberni Clayoquot – Poverty Action Plan
Building Prosperity in the Alberni Clayoquot – Poverty Reduction Action Plan Created through a UBCM grant in 2020 the Building Prosperity Action Plan outlines poverty reduction strategies and areas of focus for…
Alberni Valley 2021 Point in Time Homelessness Count
2021 Point in Time Homelessness Count Summary for the Alberni Valley
2018 Alberni Valley Vital Signs Report
Check out the Alberni Valley Community Foundations 2018 Vital Signs Report