Respiratory Disease Education Program
Related topics: Cardiac & pulmonary rehabilitation Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Chronic disease management Conditions and diseases Education Physical therapy & rehabilitation Public education services
The Respiratory Disease Education Program provides education for adults with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other respiratory diseases.
Respiratory educators provide self-management support and referrals and coordinate care.
What to expect
The respiratory educator will provide the following:
- Self-management support, so you have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to manage your respiratory condition. Topics most often covered are:
- smoking cessation,
- preventing the progression of your lung disease through trigger avoidance,
- optimizing your medication use to reduce symptoms and prevent flare-ups,
- promoting exercise and improving ability to function,
- recognizing flare-ups, initiating self-management and knowing when to seek medical help.
- Make referrals to appropriate resources when required.
- Loop back to your family physician for coordinated care.
- Meet you at your home, VCH office, or virtually (e.g. phone, FaceTime, Skype for Business).
Resources
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North Shore Chronic Disease Service referral form
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How to access
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Check eligibility
We serve adults with COPD, asthma, or other respiratory diseases.
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Get a referral
We accept referrals from any health care provider. Have your health care provider complete the North Shore Chronic Disease Service referral form and fax the completed form to (604) 297-9681.
Parking & Transportation
Underground parking is available, as well as limited street parking.
Elevators are available from the underground parking lot.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed