Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy

Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Island Health

You may be referred to a Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) if you:

  • have a physicial disability
  • are recovering from surgery or a stay in hospital
  • need rehabilitation or therapy to stay at home. 

They will work with you to maintain or improve your physical independence and safety.

General Information on Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy

Referral Required?
Not required

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Caregiver support program

If you can’t help yourself, you can’t help others: new Island Health program offers support to caregivers

Reaching out for help or support can be difficult, and it can be even more difficult for caregivers helping to support a friend or loved one.

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Hornby Island

Home support services on Hornby and Denman Islands transitioning to Island Health

Island Health will be assuming responsibility for the delivery of publicly-funded home support services on Denman and Hornby Islands effective December 15, 2022.

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Hospital at Home receives National Excellence in Patient Experience Award 

Hospital at Home receives National Excellence in Patient Experience Award 

Hospital at Home, an innovative unit that brings hospital-level acute care to patients in their own homes, was named recipient of the Canadian College of Health Leader’s 2022 Excellence in Patient Experience Award.

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