Patient Education Resources

Delirium

If someone you know is confused or more confused than usual, they may be experiencing delirium or another illness, like dementia. This pamphlet lists the symptoms of delirium and explains what you can do to support someone with delirium.

Dementia Care for Families: Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Building

This pamphlet gives ways for you to support your family member and offers answers to many of the questions you may have about your loved one's care following admission to the Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care - Fishermen's Memorial Hospital

The Dr. Arthur H. Patterson Centre for Restorative Care at Fisherman's Memorial Hospital is a 2 to 8 week program to help you be as independent as possible. The pamphlet explains if you need a referral, who is on your health care team, and what to bring.

Footwear and Footcare Tips for Seniors

Keeping your feet healthy can help you keep your balance and prevent falls. This pamphlet explains how to take care of your feet and what kind of footwear is best.

Geriatric Medicine Clinic

The pamphlet provides information about the Geriatric Medicine Clinic for seniors (65 and over) who are living with frailty and other health problems, like falls or changes in memory and thinking.

Geriatric Restorative Care Unit (3 East): Veterans Memorial Building (VMB), QEII

The Geriatric Restorative Care Program helps people age 65 and over to become more independent, do their daily activities, and improve their quality of life after a hospital stay.

Home Safety - Preventing Falls at Home

Falls are the leading cause of injury among older Canadians. This pamphlet includes a checklist to help you find out if you are at risk of falling. Tips to prevent falls are included.

Immobility, Falls, and Dignity of Risk

This pamphlet explains why you might be at risk of falling because of immobility (not moving), what dignity of risk means, how your health care team will support you, and what you can do to lower your risk of falling.

Intimacy in Long-term Care

The team at Harbourview Lodge supports elders’ decisions to have intimate relationships. We promote a respectful and non-judgmental environment. This pamphlet explains why expressing sexuality is an important part of the aging process.

Preventing Falls and Injuries in Long-term Care

This pamphlet explains why falls happen, why you may be at risk of falling, and what you can do to lower your risk of falling.