Social Workers are important team members in all sectors of care within Interior Health.  By assessing, understanding and influencing the social determinants of health, Social Workers address practical, emotional, social and economic barriers that prevent individuals from benefiting fully from the skilled care of other health professionals.   Social Workers help patients/clients and their families to negotiate complex systems, build solid support networks, cope with stress, and strengthen or restore their ability to self-manage.   Services may not be available in your community, please contact yourlocal Home and Community Care office.

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Community & Culture

Brooke loves her job as an ultrasound technician not only because of what she gets to do, but because of the team she works with at Royal Inland Hospital.

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Community & Culture, Health & Wellness

Interview with Wilfred Barnes, a syilx/ Indigenous Elder & syilx knowledge / nsyilxcn language educator and consultant, about the work and experiences with IH

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Community & Culture, Health & Wellness

While breastfeeding is natural, it’s not always easy and can take time, patience and support. There are many caring people who can help you on your journey.

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Health & Wellness

This initiative is dedicated to enhancing health and wellness outcomes for Métis people through collaboration and cultural integration.

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Community & Culture

For Ashley Ogilvie nursing unit assistant, the best part of being on a health-care team is the collaboration with doctors, nurses and other professionals.

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Research & Innovation

Dr. Denise Jaworsky and her team are making research and clinical trials more inclusive and accessible in Cranbrook and remote Kootenay communities.

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