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Providing You Connection
and Support in Peachland
PWC has always been there to provide a listening ear, a big healthy hug, a shoulder to cry on, and a binder full of resource contacts to solve the problems as they come along. PWC is proud to offer a diverse selection of programs, services, volunteer opportunities, resources and so much more. The Peachland Wellness Centre is a grassroots organization run by staff and a volunteer Board of Directors. We offer programs and services that are otherwise unavailable in our community. We are a hive of activity and a haven of respite and caring for many.
Our Vision
"People in our community are supported to embrace a happy, healthy and independent life"
Our Mission
"The Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC) provides programs and services that connect people through support, education, information, referral and outreach. PWC values volunteers and collaborates with other community members, organizations and the District of Peachland
Our Core Values
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Collaboration
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Compassion
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Dignity and Respect for all
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Financial, Environmental and Social Accountability
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Financial Sustainability
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High Quality Programs & Services
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Inclusiveness and Diversity
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Open and Honest Communication
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Professionalism
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Recognition of all Contributions
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Safe Place and Confidentiality
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Team Spirit
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Volunteerism
Our History
The Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC) started with a Task Force comprised of three individuals: Phyllis Papineau, Chris Scowen, and Doug Armitage, along with a $4,000 grant from the Community Health Advisory Committee in early February, 2001 for the development of a Health Resource Centre (HRC) in Peachland. The District of Peachland graciously provided the location, an older house in the central downtown area, providing the feeling of stepping into a comfortable and welcoming home. Fund raising, donations from local service clubs, volunteer support, and the creation of a Board of Directors all took place prior to the official opening of the Peachland Wellness Centre on November 21, 2001. This grassroots non-profit organization has grown over the years, with its strong group of volunteers, staff, Board of Directors, and community partners, and its focus on enabling people in our community to enhance their quality of life.
Our Impact
People in Peachland are provided opportunities to enjoy increased social connections, and are supported in embracing a happy, healthy, independent life as a result of PWC programs and services. The PWC 2022 Evaluation Report summarizes our results:
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# of incoming calls
642
# of drop in visitors
201
# of volunteers
149
# of participants across PWC's 5 Service offerings