Elder College

Taking care of yourself as you age:

A map to navigate the health system

AGENDA

1. Introductions

2. Questions to begin the session

3. Good Health Factors

4. Safety as you age

5. Finding your voice

6. Services in the community

Taking Care of you

as you age:

Introductions

Finding a Physician

Healthlink BC

Good Health

– Good nutrition

– Physical activity

– Mental health

– Seek a spiritual connection

– Maintain links with the world

– Find a volunteer job

– Get out of the house

What does taking

care of you mean?

What does taking

care of you mean?

• Home Safety

– Falls and prevention tips

– Lifeline service

– House

cleaning/maintenance

service

What does taking

care of you mean?

• Have an advocate/

• Being your own advocate

What does taking

care of you mean?

Accessing services in the community:

Fraser Health Home Health Services

– Offer both short-and long-term services.

• Short-term support helps you recover from a hospital

procedure or condition.

• Long-term programs provide ongoing care

• that will give you the independence you need to remain

at home comfortable.

Fraser Health

What does taking

care of you mean?

Delta Assist

• Seniors Counselling

• “Better At Home” Services

• Free Services Provided By Volunteers

• Seniors Services Handbook: Delta Assist has prepared

a downloadable, printable handbook which lists useful

local services for seniors

Resources:

What does taking

care of you mean?

If caring for a loved one who is sick – ensure you are taking

care of you too!

Know when to ask for help:

South Delta Caregivers Network

Delta Hospice Society