Mary Pack Arthritis Program - Travelling Occupational Therapy Clinics
Condition Specific Support and Healthcare Providers
Provided by Vancouver Coastal Health
Travelling occupational therapy (OT) clinics are offered in various cities.
Services
The occupational therapist can assist a person with arthritis who may be having difficulty managing daily activities. The therapist may help by educating patients about strategies for managing fatigue and improving sleep, using joints wisely to minimize pain or manage activities and recommending adaptive aids. The therapist can also make custom splints or orthotics or suggest off-the-shelf alternatives.
Referrals
A doctor’s referral is needed for patients who want an appointment with the Travelling Occupational Therapist. Referrals can be faxed to 604-875-4321.
The occupational therapist can assist a person with arthritis who may be having difficulty managing daily activities. The therapist may help by educating patients about strategies for managing fatigue and improving sleep, using joints wisely to minimize pain or manage activities and recommending adaptive aids. The therapist can also make custom splints or orthotics or suggest off-the-shelf alternatives.
Referrals
A doctor’s referral is needed for patients who want an appointment with the Travelling Occupational Therapist. Referrals can be faxed to 604-875-4321.
The Traveling Occupational Therapy services visit the following communities annually or semi-annually (spring and/or fall):
- Interior/Cariboo – Merritt, Lillooet, Williams Lake, Lytton.
- North – Quesnel, Hazelton, Smithers, Terrace, Haida Gwaii.
- Mid Coast – Bella Bella, Bella Coola
604-875-4111 ext. 68814
Website: https://www.vch.ca/en/service/mary...
Referral options:
- Physician or nurse practitioner referral
Associated Programs/Services
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Availability
Service area: Bella Bella, Bella Coola, Hazelton, Lillooet, Lytton, Merritt, Prince George, Quesnel, Smithers, Terrace, Williams Lake
Service Types Provided
Condition Specific Support
Healthcare Providers
Ways to Access
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at multiple locations
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