As part of the Prescription for Health program, participating patients may be referred to free-of-charge telephone-based lifestyle support services to assist patients in achieving their individual lifestyle change goals.
Support services include:
- Physical Activity Line (PAL) for advice to get people moving. Call 1-877-725-1149 or visit http://www.physicalactivityline.com/
- Dietitian Services at HealthLink BC. Call 8-1-1 or visit http://www.healthlinkbc.ca/dietitian/
- QuitNow Services tobacco cessation and information resources. Call 1-877-455-2233 or visit http://www.quitnow.ca/
- Patient Voices Network Peer Coaching Program. Call 1-888-742-1772 or visit www.patientvoices.ca
- Self-Management programs. Call 1-866-902-3767 or visit www.selfmanagementbc.ca ; and
- Bounce Back: Reclaim Your Health. Call 1-866-639-0522 or visit www.bouncebackbc.ca
For more information on these service providers, check out the Prescription for Health - Support for Families.
