SENIOR RESOURCES

Topic 1: Seniors Mental Health

“Help and Hope for Depression” Pamphlet

  • Description: This links to a VCH pamphlet with facts on depression in seniors, and quotes from seniors sharing their experiences with depression
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

“Depression and Aging” Pamphlet

  • Description: This links to a VCH pamphlet that outlines depression symptoms, and provides resources and information about depression
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

“Bright Spot” Pamphlet

  • Description: This links to a VCH pamphlet for “Bright Spot”, a program for seniors with mental health concerns to socialize and enjoy lunch and other activities.
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Anxiety and Relaxation educational resource

  • Description: This links to a VCH educational pamphlet about various relaxation techniques for an older adult with anxiety.
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Topic 2: Seniors Housing and Residential Care

Housing for Seniors

  • Description: This links to the Seniors housing directory (Part of the Seniors Services Society)
  • Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Accessing publicly subsidized residential care in Vancouver Coastal Health

  • Description: This links to a VCH educational pamphlet on how to access publicly subsidized residential care in Vancouver
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Topic 3: Miscellaneous Seniors Resources

Tips for Safe Medication Use

  • Description: This links to a pamphlet with tips on safe medication use for seniors
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

QMUNITY, Older Adult Services (Website + Handout)

 

How to prevent falls – educational resource

  • Description: This links to a VCH booklet on how to prevent falls
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Advanced Care Planning and CPR

  • Description: This links to a VCH handout on Advanced care planning, including learning more about CPR and if it is right for you
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Community Contacts and Older Adults

  • Description: This links to a VCH handout with community health resources and their contact information
  • PDF Link
  • Verification: Link reviewed by KW on February 12, 2018

 

Note: For more on falls prevention, refer to the Falls Prevention Resources Section