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Your Guide to Independent Living - Keeping you safe from falls and injuries Package (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Combined package in individual information sheets for preventing falls and reducing injuries. (English) Colour
This booklet is a package that contains the following individual information sheets: Your Guide to Independent Living - How to Get Up Safely from a Fall (262595), Your Guide to Independent Living - Home Activity Program (264231), Your Guide to Independent Living - Are you at risk for falls (264309), Your Guide to Independent Living - What you can do to reduce you risk for falls (264310), Your Guide to Independent Living - Make your home safer (264311), Your Guide to Independent Living - Programs to help you reduce falls and injuries (264312), Your Guide to Independent Living - Resources available in the community (264313).
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264151Getting to know Dementia: A Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care [English] Permalink Public
This pamphlet describes the types of symptoms associated with dementia, the forms of treatment available, and information on how to plan for one's future while managing this condition. (English)
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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
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255849On the Road to Diabetes Health (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
This booklet was written by Fraser Health Diabetes Educators. It provides information for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, their family members, and others involved in their care. (English) Colour
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English, Chinese - Simplified (266382), Farsi (266177), Punjabi (262251)
Hip Protectors - Always On Your Side [English] Permalink Public
Hip protectors are special garments (underwear, shorts, or pants) containing soft pads specifically designed to protect your hips during a fall. The following information will help you learn more about the benefits of using hip protectors to prevent hip fractures. (English) Colour
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254857Caring for a Person with Dementia (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public
Someone from a specific health profession or program usually gives this resource to the person who needs it and reviews it with them. Before using this information, please review it with someone from that profession or program.
Dementia is defined as a progressive and degenerative disease caused by a number of different conditions. Occupational Therapy can help identify and improve the ability of people with dementia to perform daily activities. This pamphlet provides many useful suggestions for how a home can be made safer for those suffering from this condition. (English) Colour
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262535Lifeline Emergency Response Services [English] Permalink Public
A 24/7 response service for seniors or those with physical challenges that assists individuals to maintain their independence and remain safe in their own homes. A panic button worn either around the wrist or on a chain around one's neck can be pushed, instantly activating a call to the Response Centre for help. (English) Colour
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262224Get 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)
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256008What You Can Do To Prevent Falls [English] Permalink Public
This factsheet outlines four things you can do to prevent falls. These include starting an exercise program, having a health care professional review your medicines, having your vision checked, and making your home safer. (English) Colour
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English (254629), Chinese - Traditional (254630)
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254629Medical Order for Scope of Treatment (MOST) [English] Permalink Public
About cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other medical directions: A doctor’s order can be created based on Advance Care Planning conversations between you and your doctor. You keep it and take with you to medical appointments and the hospital if you visit the emergency department or are admitted. The order provides information to health care providers about your wishes and health care goals. (English) Colour
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English (262736), Chinese - Simplified (262741), Chinese - Traditional (262742), Hindi (262740), Japanese (268413), Punjabi (262739)
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