RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:cmlz34taecxkees3lqegz6oq/post/3m46mv3cksc2g
Our local #grassroots, all women run, #BIPOC led, #sisterhood #nonprofit, #SNIWWOC - also offers a free #DentalHealth / #DentalHygiene program.
We believe everyone should have access to quality #health care, regardless of their ability to pay. Dental Hygiene is important for your health.
The service is provided through a partnership with Pacifica Dental. Your appointment will take place between Monday and Friday from 8 am to 4 pm and for low-income racialized women.
This free dental hygiene program provides dental hygiene check-ups and cleaning only. #PacificaDental clinic can recommend further treatment if necessary. You will need to visit the clinic location.
We are currently accepting new applications.
Eligibility:
#BlackWomen, #IndigenousWomen & #WomenOfColour including #transgender, #nonbinary & #TwoSpirit community members.
You must make less than the Low Income Cut-off. Please check the table below to check your eligibility
Resident of the Greater Victoria area and will be able to visit the clinic location
Individuals who agree to all terms and conditions provided by SNIWWOC & Pacifica Dental
https://www.sniwwoc.ca/dental-hygiene-clinic
#YYJ #FreeDental #BIPOCWomen #LGBTQ2S #DentistHelp #VancouverIsland #CommunityServices #HealthCare #CommunityHelp #VictoriaBC #VancouverIsland
It took the lolly scramble of an election campaign to finally get the Labour Gvt on board with “free dental” - but with a caveat: only for under 30s (at this stage).
It’s obviously a good and long overdue start; BUT to restrict it to sub-30’s is nonsensical. Many more difficult dental complications often arise in older years, and many older NZers are also financially challenged.