Programs & Services
KFN Health Centre
Community Services
Our Elders are the most honoured members of our Nation. By enriching their cultural connections and strengthening their ties with each other and our Sister Nations, we aim to improve their health and wellness, decrease isolation, and increase quality of life.
KFN combines both on- and off-reserve activities to promote connection, culture and wellness. We support connection to the broader community and reconciliation efforts by arranging for our Elders to do territorial welcomes and blessings, as well as encouraging them to share their wisdom and guidance by sitting on advisory committees and boards. We also provide advocacy when needed to ensure our Elders are treated with the respect and honour they deserve.
Our Elders join events such as monthly bingo socials, luncheons, wellness days with Sister Nations, shopping trips, advanced care planning, and more.
KFN Elders are defined as members aged 55+, with Winter Wellness Programs starting at age 60.
Join the K’ómoks Elders Facebook Group or reach out to Tamara at tamara.schwartz@komoks.ca or 250-339-4545, ext 133.
Born in a Volkswagen bus in northern BC, Tamara has lived on the K’ómoks traditional territory for 23 years. She is a proud member of the MIKI’SIW Métis Association of the Métis Nation, with Cree/Saulteau ancestry. As the mom of a neurodivergent young man, Tamara has developed a fierce sense of inclusivity, fairness and advocacy.
With a background in Holistic Nutrition and Health, Tamara is honoured to learn with and from K’ómoks Elders to amplify their important voices so they are always heard in a good way. She values relationship building and loves the connections she has formed with the KFN community, specifically the Elders.
CPP Retirement Pension application
Old Age Security (OAS) application
B.C. Seniors Supplement (provincial top-up to federal Old Age Security (OAS)/Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) payment)
Find more resources on the Benefits and Supports page.
