Caregiver Support Program - Lake Country Health

Provided by Lake Country Health

Offering support services to help people who look after an aging family or friend with ongoing or chronic health issues such as a stroke, or dementia. All services are available in Lake Country, Vernon, Kelowna and West Kelowna.
  • Caregiver Peer Support Groups: The Caregiver Support Group is an encouraging space designed for individuals facing the stresses of unpaid caregiving. Caregiver support groups are currently available in Vernon, Kelowna, and Lake Country.
  • Companion Care Break: This program provides informal respite for caregivers. The caregiver is matched up with a trained volunteer, who spends time with the care recipient, playing games or simply visiting. This program allows the caregiver tot take a break from their caregiving duties.
  • Caregiver Individual Counselling: Caregivers in need of support can reach out to arrange for one-on-one professional counselling.
  • Caregiver Equipment Bank: Provides free access to donated caregiving supplies for unpaid caregivers of older adults. Items range from incontinence products to walkers to shower stools.

778-215-5247 ext. 1

Public email: caregiver@lakecountryhealth.ca

Website: https://www.lakecountryhealth.ca...

10080 Main Street, Lake Country, British Columbia, V4V 1Z7

Cost: No cost

Associated Programs/Services

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Availability

Service area: Lake Country + show cities

Service area cities: Lake Country

Ways to Access
  • Provided 1:1 in-person
  • Provided at home
  • Provided at multiple locations
  • Provided in a group in-person

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