Patient and Family Counselling
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
97 1st Avenue NE, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0
Arrow Lakes Hospital
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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
Free Service
Languages
English
Service delivery
In person
Coverage area
Nakusp
Wheelchair accessible
Yes
