DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
Social Prescribing Program for Seniors
About This Community
The city of Surrey is located on the traditional territories of Salish Peoples, including the q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), q̓ʷɑ:n̓ƛ̓ən̓ (Kwantlen), and Semiahma (Semiahmoo) First Nations. It is a large and diverse geographical area, and Surrey city is one of the fastest growing cities.
Surrey is located within BC’s Fraser Health Authority.
Scores
Older Adults
15.3%
Walking
77
out of 100
Transit
66
out of 100
Bikeability
68
out of 100
Local Resources
Surrey has many different types of amenities including a hospital, outdoor and recreational facilities, and shops and cafes. The program has therapeutic arts activities. The area around the social prescribing program is considered very walkable with good transit, and some bike infrastructure. Older adults make up about 15% of the population in Surrey.