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Make Your Home Safe for Care Workers [English] Permalink Public

This information sheet from WorkSafeBC outlines what you should do to make your home safe for care workers who come into your home. (English)

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Extreme Heat and Tips for Staying Cool [English] Permalink Public

Explains heat-related illnesses, who is at risk, what to watch for, and what to do. Gives tips for staying cool and safe in extreme heat conditions. (English) Colour

South Asian Day Program for Older Adults (Abbotsford) [English] Permalink Public

The Day Program engages South Asian older adults in activities and interventions that benefit their physical, mental, emotional needs and provide social stimulation. The program also will provide snacks, tea, coffee, and may provide lunch (English) Colour

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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

Medicines at Day Programs for Older Adults [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.

For clients of Older Adult Day Programs. Some clients need help to take their medicines while attending the Day Program. If you are someone who nurses think needs help, we let you know. Ask Day Program staff if you feel you need help. (English) Colour

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Winter Walking Safety for Seniors [English] Permalink Public

Walking is a great activity to keep you moving! But during the winter months, people are more likely to slip, trip, or fall with slippery streets and walkways. Here are some ways to stay safe. (English) Colour

Keeping Warm Indoors [English] Permalink Public

A person can get injuries from exposure to cold temperatures, even from just spending time in a poorly heated place. Here are ways to keep warm while keeping safe. Includes fire and carbon monoxide safety. Explains different cold injuries and how to treat them (chilblains, trench foot, frostnip, and frost bite). (English) Colour

Wound Care During Hemodialysis: A service for clients of Home Health (Mission, Abbotsford) [English] Permalink Public

Offering a service to hemodialysis clients of Home Health in Abbotsford and Mission where a hemodialysis nurse does wound care that would normally be done by the community health nurse. (English) Colour

Healthy at Home: A guide to Home Health Services [English] Permalink Public

Whether you are recovering after a stay in the hospital, or you are living with a chronic or age-related health condition, Home Health Services are here to help you get home and stay at home, safely. (English) Colour

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Reablement Program [English] Permalink Public

Reablement is a service for older adults who have had a short term illness or injury. It is offered in your home to help you regain your independence after a short illness or injury. This brochure explains more about the program. (English) Colour