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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...

Home First: When you need long-term care… (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Home First is a special way of helping seniors currently in the hospital whose higher health care needs would normally mean a move to long-term care. We offer extra help and support in the home to those seniors who are likely to qualify for long-term care, allowing them to stay at home. As health care needs change, moving to long-term care could still become an option. (English) Colour

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English (265748), Chinese - Simplified (265760), Chinese - Traditional (265759), French (265765), Punjabi (265761)

Patient Assessment and Transition to Home (P.A.T.H.) (Eagle Ridge Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

We believe ‘home is best’ and that you are in charge of your health and wellness. Our unit helps you gain the strengths and abilities you need to transition from hospital to home. This pamphlet explains what you can expect on our unit and what you need to do for your recovery. (English) Colour

Preventing and Treating Pain in Care Homes (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

Information about pain in older adults when living in a care home. Includes information about pain, how pain is expressed especially when a person also has dementia, what happens to a person if pain is not treated, and different ways to treat pain. We include ways that family and friends can help. (English) Colour

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English (266293), Chinese - Simplified (266296), Chinese - Traditional (266295), Punjabi (266294)

Home Care Nursing - Tri-Cities (Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam) [English] Permalink Public

Information on the Home Care Nursing program, hours of operation and contact information. (English) Colour

Day Program for Older Adults [English] Permalink Public

This program is for older adults who have health challenges and want to keep living as independently as possible. The program provides social connection, fun activities, exercise, and health checks. Describes who is eligible, what to expect at a program, and how to take part. (English) Colour

Exercise Therapy [English] Permalink Public

Exercise is one factor in promoting health – physical, mental, and emotional health. Our Healthy Living Exercise Clinic offers a 3 month program for clients of one of our Mental Health Centres. (English) Colour

Graduated Care Clinic (Peace Arch Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Here you can get specialist medical care without having to stay in the hospital. Our clinics see people who have had a recent stay in the hospital, have had a recent hospital visit and need follow up care with a specialist. (English) Colour