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Falls Prevention Mobile Clinic [English] Permalink Public

A multi-disciplinary approach to the prevention of falls and fall-related injuries. (English) Colour

Get Up & Go (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Get Up & Go! is a version of BC Womens Osteofit program. Get Up & Go! program offers an appropriate entry level exercise program for seniors with balance and mobility impairments who would otherwise be unable to attend a community based exercise class. (English) Colour

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English (256008), French (265566)

Healthy Eating for Seniors [English] Permalink Public

This handbook addresses food safety,includes information about supplements, how to eat with a chronic disease, offers you simple ways to eat with less fat and salt,to keep a healthy body weight, to shop for healthy food on a budget, and to read labels, tips and recipes from other seniors. TO ORDER COPIES go to: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/seniors/health-safety/active-aging/healthy-eating/healthy-eating-for-seniors-handbook (English)

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English, Chinese - Traditional, French, Punjabi

Seniors' Falls Can Be Prevented factsheet [English] Permalink Public

HealthLinkBC Health File overview about preventing seniors falls use including risks, what I can do to lower my risk of falling at home and away from home. Number 78. (English)

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English, Arabic, Chinese - Traditional, Farsi, French, Korean, Punjabi, Spanish, Vietnamese

Get a Good Night's Sleep (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Sleeping strategies, activity chart and sleep diary. (English) Colour

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English (256409), Chinese - Simplified (264938), Chinese - Traditional (264937), Punjabi (264939)

8 Numbers Every Senior Needs (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

8 numbers a senior living in the Fraser Health region needs to address any health concerns. (English) Colour

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English (264646), Chinese - Simplified (268056), Hindi (268107), Punjabi (264936), Ukrainian (265815)

Continence Clinic (Peace Arch Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Incontinence (sounds like ‘in-kon-tin-en-s’) is when you accidently leak urine (pee) or stool (poop).You cannot control or stop the leaking. (English) Colour

The Dementia Journey A Roadmap for Residents and their Families [English] Permalink Public

This brochure gives you a basic roadmap of the dementia journey. We hope this helps you to see and prepare for what is coming down the road. We know that every person’s journey will be different. You might see some of these changes or none of these. Dementia is a disease of the brain that gets worse over time. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and behaviour. Over time, dementia affect more than the brain, it affects the entire body. There is no cure. With dementia, knowing the journey can help you and your family know what to expect so you can plan ahead. If you have any questions, please ask us (English) Colour

What You Can Do to Prevent Falls [English] Permalink Public

Many falls can be prevented by making some changes, you can lower your chances of falling. Keep your body active. Have your doctor or pharmacist review your medications. Have your eyes checked by an optometrist once a year. Make your home safer. (English) Colour

Anxiety and Relaxation [English] Permalink Public

For older adults and their families: Ways to manage stress such as how to do deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and guided imagery. (English) Colour