respite – South Shuswap Health Services Society

Alzheimer Society British Columbia

healthmin — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 05:43:40 +0000

In 1981, a group of caregivers gathered to discuss the challenges of caring for a person diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Out of their compassion and determination, the Society was ultimately founded. From those humble roots, the Society has blossomed into an organization active in communities across the province.

First Link Dementia Helpline

healthmin — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 05:36:25 +0000

The First Link® Dementia Helpline is a province-wide support and information service for anyone with questions about dementia, including people with dementia, their caregivers, family and friends, professionals, and the general public.

The Helpline assists individuals in building the confidence to maintain quality of life when facing dementia.

A trained, caring team of staff and volunteers will answer your call and can provide information and support about:

Understanding Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Getting a diagnosis.
The progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Personal planning for the future.
Maintaining independence.
Providing care and support.
Resources in your community – including support groups.
Upcoming education workshops.
Call toll-free 1-800-936-6033 (Lower Mainland 604-681-8651) Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Every call to the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is confidential.

Interior Health

healthmin — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 22:05:28 +0000

Respite care is the provision of short-term, temporary relief to those who are caring for family members who might otherwise require additional home support or permanent placement in a facility outside the home.

Even though many families take great joy in providing care to their loved ones so that they can remain at home, the physical, emotional and financial consequences for the family caregiver can be overwhelming without some support, such as respite.

Respite provides the much needed temporary break from the often exhausting challenges faced by the family caregiver. Respite programs provide for a planned short-term and time-limited admission which provides a break for families and other unpaid caregivers to support and maintain the primary care giving relationship. Respite can also provide a positive experience for the person receiving care.

The rate for a respite stay is set at the lowest monthly residential rate so that you are able to maintain your primary residence during the admission. To learn more about how to access respite care, please contact your Home Health and Community Care Office.

If you or your family believes you will experience serious financial hardship by paying this rate, you may apply through your Home Health and Community Care Office for a temporary reduction.