We offer practical support to Indigenous persons utilizing Interior Health services through hospital liaison and referral processes. Our purpose is to provide a communication linkage between the patient, family, community and health care provider, assisting the care team with health care, mental health, substance use and discharge planning.
Learn how we strive to create meaningful, culturally safe, and person-centred care that produce positive outcomes for Indigenous peoples and communities. Learn how we strive to create meaningful, culturally safe, and person-centred care that produce positive outcomes for Indigenous peoples and communities.
Listen and subscribe to our Interior Voices podcast, which explores the intersection of health and culture as it relates to Indigenous Health and Wellness.
Moved by her son's health journey, Alana Haynes found her calling helping young patients at Kelowna General Hospital feel more at ease and parents reassured.
Cheryl Whittleton’s 40-year IH career spans bedside care to senior leadership, grounded in compassion and a commitment to strengthening the future of nursing.
Inspired by the strength and openness needed to care for families during one of life’s most transformative moments, Rachel pursued a career in health care.
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