Related topics: Home and community care. Home support services support independence, health, and wellness in your own home as long as possible. Home support is care at home to help you remain independent and enhance your quality of life. Our services help you take care of yourself, along with the support you get from family, friends, and the community.
Our services offer personal support from community health workers. They help with daily activities like:. Other programs and community organizations might be able to help with tasks that are not covered by our services.
HealthLink BC provides listings for health services across the province. For help searching the directory, call to speak with a health service navigator. If you or someone you know is seeking help, the first step is to contact us. We will help determine your care needs and connect you to the services, programs and resources that are right for you. Health-care providers, such as doctors, nurses, pharmacists, or social workers can also refer on your behalf using the home and community care referral form.
Although the government subsidizes home support, you may need to pay for some of the cost. This is calculated based on your income and is guided by Ministry of Health policy. Your situation can be reviewed if the cost of service results in severe financial hardship. The home oxygen program provides equipment set up, education and ongoing service for people who need oxygen in the home. The VCH web team reviews website suggestions weekly for common themes.
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