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Stress (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Stress is a physiological response of the body to any demand being placed upon it at any given time. When stress continues over a long period of time, the effects can compromise a person's physical and mental well-being. This pamphlet discusses the importance of understanding the source of stress, as well as coping and prevention strategies. (English) Colour

Depression and Bipolar Disorder (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Depression is a mood disorder involving feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, sadness, and disappointment. Bipolar disorder causes cycles of moods, including periods of depression, normal mood, and mania. The causes, signs, and treatment of these two conditions are covered in this pamphlet. (English) Black & White

Therapeutic Recreation - Engaging Hands, Hearts and Minds (Mission Memorial Hospital, Delta Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Therapeutic Recreation is a process or intervention that uses recreation, leisure and play as tools to improve or maintain one’s quality of life. (English) Colour

Acute Home Treatment Program (Langley, Surrey, White Rock) [English] Permalink Public

The Acute Home treatment Program (AHTP) is designed to provide short-term acute psychiatric nursing care for patients in their home setting. This pamphlet explains how one can qualify for this program and what services AHTP can deliver. (English) Colour

TIA Discharge [English] Permalink Under Revision

A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), also known as a ministroke, is a temporary blockage of the blood supply to the brain caused by a blood clot and usually lasting ten minutes or less, during which dizziness, blurring of vision, numbness on one side of the body, and other symptoms of a stroke may occur. These discharge instructions can summarize medications prescribed, follow-up actions, and when you should return to the Emergency. (English) Black & White

Psychiatry Program - Discharge Planning (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides a listing of related programs and support resources for mental health patients in the Surrey area. (English) Black & White

Psychiatric In-Patient Unit (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

This brochure provides an overview of general information about the unit and the psychiatric services provided to support your treatment and care. (English) Colour

Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Services [English] Permalink Public

We assess, treat, and educate youth and adults who live with intellectual disabilities and a mental illness. The person might also struggle with complex behavioural challenges. We offer our services to anyone living in the Lower Mainland to Hope and Boston Bar as well as up the Sunshine Coast to Bella Bella and Bella Coola. (English) Colour

Recreation Therapy (Surrey) [English] Permalink Under Revision

The focus of Recreation Therapy services is to assist individuals with the skills necessary to achieve their full potential through positive leisure lifestyle and community integration. The aim is improve the functioning of persons with psychiatric disabilities or addictions so they can integrate successfully into society. (English) Colour

Continence Promotion and Management Program (Delta Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine or stool. It is not a disease but rather a symptom of a physical or neurological disorder. This pamphlet provides more information on incontinence and how the program can help people manage their condition. (English) Colour