We advocate for and provide help to Indigenous families who are visiting the hospital.
The Indigenous Patient Navigator provides information and support, including:
- Cultural support and comfort to Indigenous patients and families
- Access to traditional cultural medicines
- Connection to an elder for spiritual and emotional support
- Care packages and help with emergency clothing
- Information about the First Nations Health Benefits Program
- Assistance with complaints
- Connection to Indigenous community resources
- Attending medical appointments with Indigenous patients and families while on site at BC Children's or Sunny Hill
- Liaison with the on-site health care team (nurses, doctors, other health care professionals)
