**Hornby and Denman Community Health Care Society**  
The **Hornby and Denman Community Health Care Society** (operating as **Hornby Denman Health**) is a Canadian nonprofit organization and registered charity (Business Registration Number 107492480RR0001) serving the Gulf Islands of Hornby and Denman in British Columbia. Established in 1979, it provides community-based health and social services to residents, with a focus on addressing gaps in rural healthcare access[2][3].

**History**  
The society originated in 1978 when Hornby Island residents documented over 1,000 hours of volunteer nursing care, recognizing the need for formalized support as the population grew. Incorporated in 1979, it expanded services to Denman Island and evolved into a multi-program organization[2][3].

**Services**  
The society delivers programs including:  
- **Home care support** for seniors and those with chronic conditions  
- **Counselling services** for children, youth, and families  
- **Medical equipment loans**  
- **Community health education**  
- **Hospice and palliative care support**  
- **Social connectivity initiatives** for isolated populations[2][3][5]

**Community Context**  
Hornby and Denman Islands have:  
- **Aged populations**: 39-40% of residents over 65 (compared to 19% provincial average)  
- **Lower incomes**: Median after-tax incomes of $27,000-$30,000 annually  
- **Geographic isolation**: Ferry-dependent communities lacking hospitals, assisted living facilities, or public transit[3][4]

**Structure**  
With 50 staff and contractors, the society operates through interdisciplinary teams and volunteer networks. It participates in national initiatives like the Enabling Aging in Place program, emphasizing:  
- **Specialized healthcare access**  
- **Social support systems**  
- **Community navigation services**[3][4][5]  

**Recognition**  
The organization holds a charity designation and collaborates with provincial health authorities to address rural health disparities[3][5].