Provides in-hospital support and counselling to patients who are having difficulties with managing or coping with the impact of illness. Social workers assist patients and their families with building support networks, coping with stress, and strengthening or restoring their ability to self-manage. Services may also include referrals to community resources.
Agency
Physical Address
2101 32nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5L2
Phone Numbers
Business Line:
250-545-2211
Eligibility
Open
Application Process
Self-referrals accepted; contact with a social worker can be arranged through a physician, hospital patient care coordinator, residential care supervisor, community care case manager, or other primary health care provider.
Program Fee
No Cost
Languages
English
Service delivery
In Person
Coverage Area
Shuswap North Okanagan
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible