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Specialized Seniors Clinic (New Westminster, Chilliwack, Delta, Langley, Surrey, White Rock, Mission, Abbotsford) [English] Permalink Public

Outlines the services offered to seniors 65 years or older with multiple health issues. The clinic also provides help to the families of these seniors with education and support. (English) Colour

My Health Record [English] Permalink Public

This booklet combines a number of blank forms and check boxes that allow you to note in great detail all aspects of your health. This is not just limited to medical history, but includes background (religion, language, eating restrictions, immunization record) and how important decisions are to be made. (English) Black & White

Aboriginal Health Advance Care Planning: Respecting Aboriginal Ceremonies and Rites [English] Permalink Public

Many First Nations and Aboriginal cultures view death as a natural part of our life cycle with ceremonies and rites marking them. Care and planning must be respected and sensitive to these specific medical treatments, spiritual and traditional ceremonies. What is advance care planning? What is an advance care plan? What is My Voice? Why is advance care planning important? Where can I express my specific cultural health care choices? Who do I share my advance care plan with? Need help with advance care planning? What else should I know? (English)

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http://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/people/seniors/he...

Living Well with Chronic Obstructed Pulmonary Disease - Summary Guide [English] Permalink Public

Anatomy and Physiology of COPD, Smoking and Lung Function, Factors that Can Make Symptoms Worse, Medications, Inhalation Techniques, Breathing Techniques, Positions to Reduce SOB, Coughing Techniques, Energy Conservation Principles, Stress Management, Relaxation Techniques, Healthy Lifestyle, Your Plan of Action. (English)

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http://www.livingwellwithcopd.com/DATA/DOCUMENT/65...

Home Support Services [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides information on home support including what to expect during the visit from the community health worker. (English) Colour

Alzheimer Society of BC Programs and Resources [English] Permalink Public

Listing of alzheimer resources. (English)

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https://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/documents...

Anxiety Management Group for Seniors (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Are you troubled by anxiety? Would you like to learn how to manage it better? If you answered ‘Yes’ to either or both of these questions and you are 65 years or older, this program is for you. Anxiety is a common and normal experience. It can be managed successfully! (English) Colour

Caregiver Support Services [English] Permalink Public

Caring for someone at home can be rewarding. However, sometimes it can also be stressful, and lead to exhaustion. Support services available so that caregivers can take time to care for their own needs. This describes the different types of programs and services available depending on care needs and the type of support needed. (English) Colour

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English (255706), Chinese - Simplified (266412), Chinese - Traditional (266413), Korean (266414), Punjabi (265276)

Resident Handbook - Dr. Al Hogg Pavilion (White Rock) [English] Permalink Public

This booklet provides you and your family with general information about Dr. Al Hogg Pavilion, including an introduction to your Care Team and services available to you. (English) Colour

Intravenous Therapy in Long-Term Care (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

A brief description of IV therapy and how it is offered in residential care in Fraser Health. Intravenous (IV) means ‘into the vein’. Intravenous therapy is when we insert a small flexible tube (called an ‘IV catheter’) through the skin into a vein. This allows us to give fluid or medicine right into the blood stream. Veins carry blood toward the heart. (English) Colour