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Geriatric Rapid Access Clinic (Eagle Ridge Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

We are a clinic that sees older adults who have had a recent health crisis. Geriatric refers to people 65 years and older. Rapid Access means seeing people as quickly possible after a recent health crisis. Our hope is that we can help these people find ways to improve their health and their ability to do every day activities so they can continue to live safely in their home. (English) Colour

Behaviour Support in Care Homes: For residents and family (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public

When giving behaviour support, care staff, family, and friends bring their knowledge and skills to the person receiving care. This experience is important. This approach makes sure that the care provided is based on the person’s needs and goals. (English) Colour

P.A.T.H. Unit (Patient Assessment and Transition to Home) at CareLife Fleetwood (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides you and your family with general information about the P.A.T.H. Unit at CareLife Fleetwood. (English) Colour

Let’s Talk About Eating for Comfort As Health Declines - Supporting adults with developmental disabilities [English] Permalink Public

The changes people go through as their health declines can be hard to talk about, whether or not the person has a developmental disability. We hope this pamphlet helps start important conversations between families and the healthcare team about eating and drinking as the person’s health declines (English) Colour

Rapid Response - For Seniors with Urgent Health Care Needs (Mission) [English] Permalink Public

A brochure with information about the Rapid Response Resource as well as the 7 numbers every senior needs.The Rapid Response Resource is a community team in Mission which responds to frail seniors who have a health issue that requires an urgent response within the same day. This is covered under MSP. (English) Colour

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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

About My Discharge Date – Information for Stroke Patients [English] Permalink Public

You are in our rehabilitation (rehab) unit because you had a stroke. This pamphlet is about how we plan for your going home (your discharge date). It explains the difference between your estimated discharge date and your confirmed discharge date, and answers some common questions. (English) Colour

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About Pneumonia - Long-Term Care [English] Permalink Public

Pneumonia (say new-moan-yah) is an infection in one or both lungs. This can be a serious health problem for older adults. This pamphlet describes the signs of pneumonia, how it is treated in the care home, and ways to prevent pneumonia. (English) Colour

Mental Health and Substance Use Services (Delta) [English] Permalink Public

Delta Mental Health provides community mental health services to adults age 19 and over who live in Delta North at the North office and Delta South (Ladner and Tsawwassen) at the South office. Our services help people who are experiencing serious acute or persistent mental illness, including mental health and substance use issues. (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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