Provides specialized services to seniors experiencing a number of medical problems at one time and are at risk of losing the ability to function independently.
Specialized Seniors Clinics (SSCs) are secondary outpatient health services. Services are provided by an interprofessional team with expertise in geriatrics who consult on frail or at risk for frailty older adults with complex health needs where primary care providers have exceeded or exhausted their existing expertise in geriatric care.
The goals of the SSC services are to support older adults’ quality of life, improve ability to manage chronic conditions , maintain independence and minimize risk for dependency.
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed weekends and holidays.
Closed weekends and holidays.
Eligibility
Adult aged 65 and over residing the Fraser Health region with complicated health needs requiring a comprehensive interdisciplinary geriatric assessment.
Referral
This service requires a referral from a physician, nurse practitioner or health professional.
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