We aim to make our services person-centred, welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds, and based on a team care approach.
For immediate health support, call HealthLinkBC (8-1-1) or BC 2-1-1.
We offer a range of seniors health services alongside our partner agencies. Get connected to these services by calling Community Health Services.
We aim to make our services person-centred, welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds, and based on a team care approach.
For immediate health support, call HealthLinkBC (8-1-1) or BC 2-1-1.
Home and community care services help you remain living independently and in your home.
We provide different care options for adults and seniors who can no longer live safely or independently at home:
We provide different end-of-life care options to relieve suffering and improve quality of life:
Our Aboriginal Patient Navigators provide non-clinical, culturally safe support for Aboriginal persons.
We have Seniors Health and Wellness Centres that offer speciality gerontology services:
Kamloops Seniors Health and Wellness Centre: 250-312-3290
Kelowna Seniors Health and Wellness Centre: 250-862-4100
Salmon Arm Seniors Health and Wellness Centre: 778-489-5191
Revelstoke Seniors Health and Wellness Centre: 250-837-2131 ext. 50307
If you have issues accessing health-care services or with the health care you received, please call the Office of the Seniors Advocate to receive advice for timely resolution of problems.
Advance Care Planning is thinking about and writing down your wishes or instructions for present or future personal and health-care needs in case you are not able to make decisions for yourself. It involves reflecting on spiritual, cultural, emotional and mental aspects of your well-being and how these topics guide your own Advance Care Planning. These discussions often include your doctor or other health care professionals.
We’re dedicated to working with the public to provide access to current information, support, and care services that will help people in various stages of dementia to live well and to support their family caregivers.
Aging Better: Know the difference between delirium and dementia
One in three adults over the age of 65 falls at least once per year. Falls usually happen as a result of different factors. The good news is that many falls can be prevented.
There are services in place for those living in the community and in long-term care homes, and those staying in the hospital.
Staying Independent Interactive Checklist (Finding Balance BC)
Fall Prevention (Seniors BC)
Seniors’ Falls Can Be Prevented (HealthLinkBC)
Aging and Seniors (Health Canada)
Aging & Seniors (Public Health Agency of Canada)
Chronic Disease Management involves care and support for chronic or long-term conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart health, kidney health and diabetes.
Incontinence occurs when you lose urine when you don’t want to. Incontinence can be treated, managed or cured.
Seniors throughout the region can call the number below to find Home and Community Care and Chronic Disease Management programs in Interior Health.
Does not replace 911 and other emergency or crisis lines
Care Management Services
Palliative Care Services
Acquired Brain Injury
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