West Vancouver is known for its natural beauty and affluence, but there are many people in our community—especially seniors and long-time residents—who are struggling with housing instability. The pandemic highlighted this pressing need, and in response, the West Vancouver Community Centre Shower Program was created.
About the Shower Program
This innovative program provides hot showers, meals, care kits, and essential resources to community members who need them most. It’s not just about hygiene—it’s about dignity, community, and connection.
- Service Frequency: 4 days per week.
- Daily Attendance: 4-7 people on average.
- Total visits: 845 in 2024.
- Demographics: 85% are Seniors.
- New participants: 29 new individuals in 2024.
- Trends: Numbers continue to rise.
- Care Kits distributoed: 76 in 2024.
For those who are often overlooked, this program has become a lifeline. It’s making a real difference.
But we need your help!
Enhance West Van is committed to keeping this essential service running, but we can’t do it alone. We’re calling on the generous people and businesses of West Vancouver to help raise the funds needed to continue supporting our most vulnerable community members.
Every donation—big or small—makes a tangible difference in the lives of those who rely on this program.
Together, we can ensure that our neighbours never go without the support they need.
If you’re interested in contributing or learning more about how you can get involved, please reach out. Whether through direct donations, fundraising efforts, or offering resources, your help is crucial to keeping this program running and expanding its reach.
Contact us at enhancewestvan@westvancouver.ca | 604.921.3493
