2013 Regional Directory of Services - Sun Country Health ...

1 Sun Country Health Region Service Directory 306-842-8399 www.suncountry.sk.ca

Box 2003, Weyburn SK S4H 2Z9 Tel: 306-842-8399 Email: [email protected]

2013 Regional Directory of Services

Healthy People

in Healthy Communities


Mission

Sun Country Regional Health Authority works together with individuals and communities in partnership to achieve optimal health through the provision of the best (safe, patient and family-centred) health care experience.

Statement of Values We value mutual RESPECT, HONESTY AND TRUST.

We value OPENNESS with our community to create INFORMED DECISION-

MAKING.

We value SOCIAL and ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITY and ACCOUNTABILITY.

We value PRIVACY, CONFIDENTIALITY and COMPASSIONATE CARE.

We value a sense of OWNERSHIP among the individuals and

communities associated with the mission of the Sun Country Regional Health

Authority.

We value our STAFF, PHYSICIANS and VOLUNTEERS as our MOST

VALUABLE RESOURCE.

We value the pursuit of SAFETY, QUALITY and EXCELLENCE in health care.

This Directory of Services is a production of Sun Country Health Region - 306-842-8399.


Acquired Brain Injury Services (ABI)

Acquired Brain Injury Program (ABI) is a partnership between SGI and Sun Country Health

Region. This program implements services and supports for persons with acquired brain

injuries (including strokes, brain tumors, a blow to the head, meningitis, encephalitis or lack

of oxygen) and their families.

The ABI program:

Helps applicants who have a diagnosis of moderate to severe acquired brain

injury and are medically stable.

Gives priority to applicants who are three years post-injury

Helps people willing to participate in and benefit from services.

Provides services to residents of Saskatchewan and are eligible for coverage

from the Ministry of Health.

General schedule for regional support groups:

1st Monday of each month - Weyburn (Tatagwa View) 1-3 p.m.

2nd Monday of each month - Redvers Health Centre, 1-3 p.m.

4th Monday of each month - Estevan (St. Joseph’s Hospital of Estevan Auditorium 2) 1-3 p.m.

Contact: Regional Acquired Brain Injury Coordinator, 306-842-8315.

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Acute Inpatient Care

Acute inpatient are is provided at: Weyburn General Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital of

Estevan, Kipling Health Centre, and Arcola Health Centre. These facilities provide: 24-hour

emergency service, primary medical care, nursing care for those recovering from an illness

or surgery, palliative care, lab & x-ray services

Specialized services are available at Weyburn General Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital:

General Surgery – both

Pediatrics – both

Radiology – both (other sites as well)

Obstetrics & Gynecology at St. Joseph's Hospital of Estevan

Gynecology at Weyburn General Hospital

Dialysis at St. Joseph's Hospital.

Visiting Specialists offer the following services in Weyburn and Estevan:

general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, dental, ear nose and throat.

The following list of programs and services are available as of Spring 2013.

They are also listed under programs and services on our website at

www.suncountry.sk.ca Please call 306-842-8399

or email [email protected] if you need assistance.


Addictions Services

The department’s focus is to provide quality, individualized services to those who are

affected by substance abuse, dependency or problem gambling related issues. We offer:

individual, group & family counselling; screening & assessments; co-dependency/family;

gambling services; prevention, education & community development; youth & family

services.

Community Support Program

The Community Support Program is a transitional housing program designed to assist clients

in the initial stages of recovery from addiction. It consists of three-2-bedroom apartments

located in Estevan, SK where clients who are at a high risk of relapse, returning from

inpatient treatment, have an opportunity to continue their treatment goals in a safe,

supportive environment. The service provides access for clients to counseling, guidance,

direction, and life skills as they continue their recovery process.

Contact:

Weyburn ................................................. 306- 842-8693 Fax: 306-842-8692

Kipling ................................................. 306-736-2363 Fax: 306-736-2271

Estevan Youth ........................................... 306-637-2465

Community Supports Program .................. 306-637-2757

St. Joseph’s Hospital Addiction Services ... 306-637-2422

Referrals may be accepted from physicians, justice, social workers, employers, clergy,

schools, SGI and self referrals. Problem Gambling Services are scheduled out of the

Weyburn office with clinics in Kipling and Estevan.

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Animal Bites

You should seek medical attention from your family physician or local health centre if you

are bitten by an animal and the bite breaks the surface of your skin. Health centres and

physicians report all animal bites to the Public Health Department.

Public Health Inspectors investigate each case to ensure there is no possibility of rabies. Any

animal that bites a person should be observed for 10 days to be sure that it does not develop

rabies symptoms.

Do not destroy the animal before the 10-day observation period is over.

The Medical Health Officer may recommend rabies vaccine if there is a significant risk.

Rabies vaccine is given to animal bite victims if the biting animal is rabid or if the biting

animal cannot be found and observed for 10 days.

Contact the Public Health Inspector for more details at (toll-free) 1-888-295-8005


Back Education Classes

Classes are offered as needed throughout Sun Country Health Region. The classes are

offered as education sessions that cover general back care, the function of the back and

practical exercises to strengthen the back.

Contact: Therapy Services:

Arcola ............................ 306-455-2628

Estevan ......................... 306-637-2410

Fillmore/Stoughton ........ 306-722-3249

Kipling ......................... 306 736-2845

Redvers ........................ 306-452-6377

Weyburn ....................... 306-842-8443

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Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

or Heart Health and You

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program will provide clients with heart disease or with a high

risk for heart disease with the information they need to help take control of their condition

and live a heart-healthy lifestyle.

The program is for people who have experienced heart attack, angina, bypass surgery,

angioplasty, or other heart-related conditions and surgeries.

The program also can benefit clients who are at high risk of heart disease, such as those

with high cholesterol and/or have a family history of heart disease.

The program will help clients and their families with a better understanding of your heart

condition, risk reduction for future heart related complications, weight loss/management,

controlled cholesterol levels, improved physical fitness, reduced stress and improved

energy levels.

Contact: Cardiac Rehabilitation Coordinator

Weyburn Special Care Home

Phone: 306-848-2160

email: [email protected]

Telephone numbers

Check the Green Pages at the back of your

SaskTel telephone book for Sun Country Health Region

telephone numbers.

mailto:[email protected]


Children's Mental Health

Child and Youth Services offers individual/group/family counseling services for children

and youth under 18 years of age with emotional, behavioral, or adjustment difficulties,

psychological assessments, community education and consultation services.

Specialized Services:Early Childhood Services (Services for pre-school children ages 0 - 5)

Developmental/behavioral assessments, counseling and consultations

Speech-Language Pathology services

Assessment, treatment and consultation for areas such as: language understanding

deficits, delayed talking, sound production errors, and stuttering

Suicide Intervention Program

Suicide awareness and preventive education

Parenting Skills Education Program

Provides information and support to parents with children 0 - 5 years, and teen mothers

through group programs, individual counseling or home visits.

Parents, adolescents or helping professionals may request services by calling the Intake

Worker. There is no fee for services.

Contact:

Arcola Mental Health

Arcola Health Centre

306-455-2159

Estevan Mental Health

St. Joseph's Hospital

306-637-3610

Kipling Mental Health

306-736-2638

Weyburn Mental Health

Community Health

Services Building

306-842-8665

Emergency Psychiatry

Services:

24 hours, 7 days per week

306-842-8665

For new referrals within

Sun Country Health Region,

please contact 306-842-8665

or toll free 1-800-216-7689.

Healthline has a new number! Call 811

for health information by telephone.


Community-based Injury Prevention

The Population Health Promotion Department strives to build awareness of injury

prevention strategies in rural areas, promote and support environmental changes that reduce

injuries as well as collaborate with other injury prevention organizations.

It also supports the initiatives of the Canadian Agriculture Safety Association and the

Saskatchewan Alliance for Health and Safety in Agriculture. Population Health Promotion

is currently involved in the following initiatives: Safe Kids Week – Partnering with Safe

Kids Canada; Teddy Bear Hospital; Early Childhood Celebrations; Promote use of “Grow

Up With Safety” program; Coordinate Progressive Agricultural Safety Day.

Contact: Regional Health Promotion Coordinator, 306-842-8668

[email protected]

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Concerns/Quality of Care

Sun Country Health Region, through the "Quality of Care Coordinator" receives,

investigates and monitors patient and/or public concerns regarding unfavorable health care

experiences.

We believe it is necessary to receive input from consumers about the quality of care and

services that are provided. Based on that information, recommendations are made to

influence changes to improve or enhance the health care system.

The Quality of Care Coordinator is a client advocate to help you with questions or concerns

about regional health services and to provide you with information regarding your rights,

responsibilities and options. If you have a question or concern, we ask that you first discuss

this with the caregiver who provides the service, or with the appropriate supervisor.

If your concern remains unresolved, please contact the Region's Quality of Care

Coordinator. All questions, concerns or comments will be acknowledged and investigated in

a confidential manner.

If a program or service has exceeded your expectations, we would be pleased to also hear

those comments.

Contact: Quality of Care Coordinator

Sun Country Health Region

Toll Free: 1-800-696-1622

Phone: 306-842-8675





Counseling Services

Therapeutic services are available for individuals, couples and families experiencing

problems such as: depression, thoughts of suicide, anxiety, or any emotional problem which

interferes with one's ability to function in a mentally healthy manner. Services are also

offered to survivors of abuse, individuals who are violent with their partners and sex

offenders.

Those interested in learning more about these services can contact the Intake Worker

at 306-842-8665.

This service is available upon personal request, or through referral by your family doctor,

public health nurse, or a community agency.

Contact:



306-455-2159


Community Health

Services Building

306-842-8665



306-637-3610

Fax:306-634-2015

COPD Clinics

Sun Country Health Region has created COPD clinics to help people with Chronic

Obstruction Pulmonary Disease to manage their own disease better.

Patients with chronic conditions like COPD are more knowledgeable about their health

conditions, enjoy better health and better access to specialist services with this type of team-

based care. The teams can include a Nurse Practitioner, pharmacist, dietitian, and

physiotherapist.. Advance appointments are necessary.

Contact Information:

Carlyle ....................... Carlyle Primary Health Clinic 306-453-6795

Estevan ...................... St. Joseph’s Hospital of Estevan 306-637-2407

Radville/Bengough .... Rural West Team 306-869-3111

Weyburn .................... Primary Health 306-842-8722


Kipling Memorial

Health Centre

306-736-2638

Emergency Psychiatry Services:


306-842-8665

Toll Free: 1-800-216-7689


Diabetes Program

Sun Country Health Region provides diabetes services for patients and their families to

support them in managing diabetes:

Team clinics provide education and self-management

Wellness clinics

Diabetes resource nurses are available to assess blood pressure, blood glucose levels,

weight, oxygen saturations and provide foot care. Dietitians participate in some Wellness

Clinics.

Individual counseling is provided by a dietitian, nurse practitioner or diabetes nurse

educator.

For more information, phone a diabetes clinic:

Arcola Medical Clinic, monthly 306-455-2287

Bengough Health Centre, as needed .......................... 306-268-2840

Carlyle Community Health Services, monthly .......... 306-453-2319

Carlyle Medical Clinic - two (2) times per month .... 306-453-6795

Coronach Health Centre as needed ............................ 306-267-2022

Estevan - St. Joseph's Hospital, weekly, Thursday ... 306-637-2415

Kipling Health Centre, two times each month .......... 306-736-2553

Lampman Health Centre, monthly ............................ 306-487-2561

Galloway Health Centre, Oxbow, monthly ............... 306-483-2956

Maryfield Health Centre, monthly ............................ 306-646-2133

Radville Marian Health Centre, 2 times per month ... 306-869-2224

Redvers Health Centre, monthly ............................... 306-452-6463

Wawota Health Centre, as needed ............................. 306-739-2200

Weyburn General Hospital weekly, Wednesday ....... 306-842-8425

For individual counseling, phone a dietitian:

Arcola, Carlyle, Kipling, Maryfield, Redvers, Wawota: . 306-453-2075;

Estevan, Oxbow: 306-637-2415;

Bengough/ Coronach/ Pangman/Radville/ Weyburn: 306-842-8425;

Fillmore/Lampman/Midale/Stoughton/Weyburn: 306-848-2160

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Dialysis unit

Sun Country Health Region’s dialysis satellite service is located in St. Joseph's Hospital in

Estevan. The unit operates three days per week, serving a dozen patients from the area.

Contact: Cheryl Harrison BN RN

Nurse Manager

St. Joseph's Hospital. Estevan, SK

Phone: 306-637-2458




Dietitian Services

Sun Country Health Region provide access to sound nutritional knowledge for all residents

of the Region. Services include:

Individual nutrition counseling at several locations throughout the Region

Group education on nutrition topics as requested by organizations

Home visits when required

Resource person on nutrition related topics for other health care workers

Any resident of the Region may access the service through:self referral, physician

referral, referral from other health care providers, ie: homecare, public health, nurses.

To find a Dietitian:

1. In Estevan and Oxbow

call the dietitian at St. Joseph’s Hospital of Estevan, 306-737-2415.

2. In Weyburn/Bengough/Coronach/Radville

call Weyburn General Hospital, 306-842-8425.

3. In Carlyle/Arcola/Carlyle/Kipling/Maryfield/Redvers/Wawota

call Community Health Services Building, Carlyle, 306-453-2075.

4. In Weyburn/Fillmore/Lampman/Midale/Stoughton,

call Weyburn Special Care Home, 306-848-2160.

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Domestic Violence Program

The Alternatives to Violence Program provides:

Individual therapy sessions for individuals (18+ years) who are violent with their

partners.

Groups are held (when numbers warrant) in Weyburn, Estevan, and Carlyle.

Educational sessions that define abuse, the origins of abuse, beliefs and attitudes about

abuse, and learning ways to stop the abuse.

Learning about the effects of abuse on children, women, and men.

Learning communication and problem solving skills.

Learning self-care and how to have a healthy relationship and family life

Advocacy of good mental health through public education and promotion.

Consultations and referrals to the appropriate service agencies as required.

Provided to those adults (18+ years) who have committed sexual offences.

Contact the Intake Worker at 306-842-8665 (collect calls are accepted),

or call toll free 1-800-216-7689.

Contact: Addiction Services :

Estevan: 306-637-2422

Weyburn: 306-842-8693

Kipling: 306-736-2363


Diagnostic Services (laboratory and imaging)


306-455-2771

Bengough Health Centre

306-268-2840

Coronach Health Centre

306-267-2022

Fillmore Health Centre

306-722-3855

Weyburn General Hospital

306-842-8416 (lab services)

306-842-8421 (x-ray/

ultrasound)

Equipment and Prostheses

Surgery may result in a need for special equipment or prostheses. These services supply

aids that can be purchased or borrowed, to assist with daily living (lymphedema sleeves,

walkers, bedpans, commodes, hospital beds, crutches, scooters, canes, etc) and devices to

improve the appearance or function of a body part altered or lost due to cancer (breast

prosthesis, laryngectomy aids, orthotics, ostomy, artificial limbs).

Mobility aids and lymphedema sleeves can be requisitioned by Occupational and Physical

Therapists by contacting the Therapies departments or clinics in Arcola 306-455-2628,

Estevan 306-637-2410, Kipling 306-736-2845, Redvers 306-452-6377, Fillmore/ Stoughton

306-722-3249, Weyburn 306-842-8443.

Palliative equipment and supplies may be available through the Regional Home Care offices

listed under home care services in this directory.

Equipment may be available for rent for short periods of time while clients wait for their

own to arrive. Case managers, physiotherapists and occupational therapists are able to assist

clients with the selection of appropriate aides to assist in daily living in the home. Palliative

equipment (such as electric beds, special mattresses, lift chairs, oxygen concentrators) is

also available on assessed need.

The Regional Sun

Sun Country Health Region publishes a newsletter

called The Regional Sun four times a year for the public.

Find back copies on the website at

www.suncountry.sk.ca

Gainsborough Health Centre

306-685-2277

Galloway Health Centre

Oxbow

306-483-2958

Kipling Health Centre

306-736-2553

Lampman Health Centre

306-487-2563

Pangman Health Centre

306-442-2044

Radville Health Centre

306-869-3322

Redvers Health Centre

306-452-6463

St. Joseph’s Hospital

Estevan

306-637-2408 (lab services)

306-637-2417 (x-ray/

ultrasound)

Wawota Health Centre

306-739-2306


Falls Prevention

In 2012, about 17 per cent of the population in Sun Country Health Region was over the

age of 65 (about 9,148 people). Those people are at greater risk of suffering a fall than

most. One in two seniors over the age of 65 years of age experience a fall and one in three

seniors over 80 years of age experience a fall.

For older people living at home, the advice is:

1. increase your intake of Vitamin D to 1000-2000 International Units/day. It increases

your reaction time by 13 per cent, helps with postural stability and body sway, and

decreases your risk of falling by 49 per cent.

2. install grab bars and raised toilet seats in the bathroom

3. use a reacher device to move items from a high cupboard, rather than standing on a

chair. Keep items in lower cupboards so they are easier to reach.

4. wear proper footwear at all times

5. de-clutter your house so you don’t trip

6. eliminate scatter rugs and loose electrical cords

7. ensure you have adequate lighting, especially at night

8. if you use a walking aid, rearrange your home so it’s always at your reach and you can

move without obstacles

9. if you think you are at risk for falling, purchase a soft-shell hip protector. hip protectors

will protect your hips when you fall so that you don’t fracture a hip. These can be

purchased from the Region’s Therapies Departments, in Arcola 306-455-2628, Estevan

306-637- 2410, Fillmore/Stoughton 306-722-3249, Kipling 306-736-2845, Redvers 306

-452-6377, Weyburn 306-842-8443.

Contact: Falls Prevention Coordinator at 306-842-8214

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Foodborne Diseases

For every one food borne illness that is reported, there are 350 people who suffer nausea,

vomiting and/or diarrhea that do not report their illness. In the Sun Country Health Region,

this averages out to 290 people per week who suffer from food borne illness. The vast

majority of food borne illnesses are self inflicted (at home). On the other hand, many

stomach illnesses that people think are caused by bad food are actually caused by Entero-

or Noro-viruses that spread from person-to-person. These are not food borne illnesses at all.

The first step in identifying a food borne illness is seeing your doctor while you are

experiencing symptoms. Contact your Public Health Inspector for more information on how

to identify the source of a food borne illness.

Provincial regulations require that all licensed restaurants must have at least one staff

member per shift who has taken a food handler course. PHI's conduct numerous one-day

courses throughout the year and in various locations in the service area. Between 200 and

300 people receive the course each year.

Contact: Public Health Inspection, toll free 1-888-295-8005




Foot Care

What you can do about foot problems:

Wear proper fitting supportive shoes with low

broad heels.

Make sure your footwear is in good repair.

Talk with a foot specialist about calluses, bun-

ions, corns, or ingrown toenails. Corn plasters

are not recommended for people with diabe-

tes, heart or blood vessel disease.

If your shoes are loose and you can't afford a

new pair, buy insoles or wear extra socks.

DO NOT wear socks on linoleum or tiled

flooring.

Buy slippers that fit properly and are

enclosed around the heels.

Wear loose socks or stockings. Knee highs can

cut off your circulation in your legs and numb

your feet.

If your feet are swollen, put them up when sit-

ting or lying down.

See a professional foot-care specialist every

4-5 weeks for toenail cutting if you can't do it yourself.

Anyone may request services for foot care through their Home Care service. As with any

Home Care service, the client will be assessed for eligibility

Contact: Home Care Services:

West: 306-842-6870 (Weyburn and surrounding area)

East: 306-455-2116 (Moosomin and surrounding area)

South: 306-637-3630 (Estevan and surrounding area east)

Education for the public

Sun Country Health Region’s Public Health Department offers regular public education courses to

the public.

1. FoodSafe is an eight hour class intended for people who regularly serve food to the public.

Contact your Public Health Inspector for more information.

2. Swimming Pool Operators Course is an eight hour class offered once per year (usually May) to

operators & employees of public swimming pools and hot tubs. Contact your Public Health

Inspector for more information.

3. Pre-natal classes are offered on a regular basis, Contact your Public Health Nurse for more

information.

4. Food Safety For Volunteers is a 2.5 hour presentation intended for people who serve food at

community functions (pot luck suppers, concessions at the fair, fund raisers, etc).

Any community organization wishing to host a free presentation may do so by contacting a

Public Health Inspector.


Home Care

Sun Country Health Region offers Home Care Services.. Services are provided based on

assessed need and are intended to help people who need acute, palliative and supportive

care to remain independent at home. Home Care is not intended to take over those things

clients are able to do for themselves or to replace existing support.

Based on assessed need, the Region offers services from Registered Nurses, Home Health

Aides, Case Managers, Volunteer Coordinators and Palliative Care Coordinators. Clients

may be able to rent some special needs equipment for short periods of time while waiting

for their own to arrive (eg. walkers, wheelchairs, bath benches).

Fees are based on fees established by the Government of Saskatchewan. Services are

government-subsidized and do not reflect the true cost of providing the service.

Additional subsidy may be available to clients based on their income. Home Care nursing,

assessment and coordination services are free of charge to the client.

Any Saskatchewan resident may receive Home Care Services. Out-of-province visitors

have access through special arrangements. Anyone can request Home Care Services,

including the client, doctor, family member or a friend. Certain nursing services require a

doctor's request.

Any person can request Home Care Services by contacting the appropriate Home Care

office listed below.

Contact:

Home Care West Home Care South Home Care East

Bengough 306-268-2102

Coronach 306-267-2233

Pangman 306-442-4722

Radville 306-869-2722

Weyburn 306-842-6870

Carnduff/Gainsborough

306-685-2123

Estevan 306-637-3630

Fax: 306-637-2494

Lampman 306-487-2562

Midale 306-458-2446

Oxbow 306-483-5047

Arcola 306-455-2116

Carlyle 306-453-6749

Kipling 306-736-2913

Redvers 306-452-3659

Stoughton 306-457-2686

Wawota 306-739-2782

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Healthline has a new number! Call 811 for health information.


Immunization

Immunization is a safe, reliable, and effective method of protecting both individuals and

communities from diseases that provide protection in the vaccine. It is important to maintain

high immunization rates to provide the best protection against vaccine-preventable diseases.

Vaccines are very safe. Sometimes immunizations can cause temporary side effects, such as

soreness where the needle went into the arm or leg or a slight fever. Serious side effects from

immunizations are very rare.

Immunizations in Saskatchewan for infants and children follow a regular schedule. Your

child’s first vaccines start at two months of age. Saskatchewan Health provides publicly

funded immunizations to protect your child. Immunization is available for children at Sun

Country Health Region Child Health Clinics and in schools.

To set up an appointment for immunization, obtain information about immunizations your

child is due for, or to obtain information about vaccines for children and adults contact the

Public Health Nurse at:

Carlyle Public Health ........ 306-453-6131

Coronach Public Health .... 306-267-5705

Estevan Public Health ...... 306-637-3626

Kipling Public Health ....... 306-736-2522

Ethics

Health care ethical dilemmas are frequently encountered by community health and support

workers such as case managers, nurses, personal support workers, doctors, allied health

professionals, and members of the public. Sun Country Health Region has adopted a toolkit

which provides a common approach for ethical decision-making.

The toolkit (available on the Region’s website at

http://www.suncountry.sk.ca/service/175/88/ethics.html and was created to facilitate the

broader implementation of the common approach for ethical decision-making.

Contact: Chair, Regional Ethics Committee

Sun Country Health Region

Box 2003, Weyburn, SK S4H 2Z9

Phone: 306-842-8718 Fax: 306-842-8738

Oxbow Public Health ...... 306-483-2313

Radville Public Health..... 306-869-2555

Redvers Public Health ..... 306-452-3464

Weyburn Public Health ... 306-842-8618

Lymphedema management:

SCHR will offer skilled assessment and treatment of lymphedema. Combined decongestive

therapy (CDT) consists of manual lymph drainage, compression therapy, education, exercis-

es and skin care. Clients will also have access to a LymphaPod Kit in Weyburn.

Contact: Weyburn Therapy Department at 306-842-8443


Lifeline Program

Lifeline is an emergency accessing system, activated by the simple push of a button. It is

usually used by those who live alone and have a long term medical condition that may leave

them largely incapacitated without much warning.

When a person is in need, they will push a button that they are given to wear. This will alert

the lifeline dispatcher at the Weyburn General Hospital, who will then try to speak to the

client thru the machine installed into the phone line at the clients' house. Failing a response

the dispatcher will call one of the clients' responders and ask them to go over and check on

the client.

The charge is $40/month, with a $25 installation fee. Lifeline has been providing assurance

to people for 22 years.

Contact: Weyburn EMS 306-842-0223

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Live WellTM with Chronic Conditions

The program called Live WellTM with Chronic Conditions is available for people with a

chronic condition who are looking for ways to cope. The program provides practical

suggestions and support which builds confidence in coping with the everyday challenges of

a chronic condition. The class is facilitated by two trained leaders from the community to

groups of 10-12 people once a week for 2.5 hours for 6 consecutive weeks. There is no cost.

The program is offered at various community in Sun Country Health Region. The LWCC

program discusses how to develop an exercise program, cognitive symptom management,

nutrition management, breathing exercises and problem solving.

Contact: 306-842-8711

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These facilities offer long-term care nursing services, respite care, adult day-care services.

Nursing care services are provided at no charge. A charge based on a client's income

applies for the other services. Specific information about each long term care facility is

available on the Region’s website under “facilities.”

Contact: Weyburn and Area

Home Care West

306-842-6870

Estevan and Area

Home Care South

306-637-3630


Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy is an applied science and health profession that provides skilled

assessment and treatment to help individuals develop, regain or maintain the skill necessary

to participate in all facets of their lives.

Occupational Therapists:

may help people to learn new ways of doing activities;

may prescribe or adapt equipment people need to take part in self care, leisure and work

occupations;

or provide suggestions of adapting the environment to make the life easier of a person

living with a disability

will often see clients in their home or work environments to provide follow-up post

operatively, or to those living with chronic conditions.

Contact: Arcola ........................ 306-455-2628

Estevan ...................... 306-637-2410

Fillmore/Stoughton .... 306-722-3249

Kipling ........................ 306-736-2845

Redvers ....................... 306-452-6377

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Orthotics

A Canadian Certified Orthotist is available bi-weekly in Therapy Services in Estevan at

St. Joseph's Hospital and in Weyburn at Tatagwa View.

The orthotist provides custom made products and specializes in:

Foot orthotics for treatment of Plantar Fasciitis, Metatarsalgia, Diabetic ulcers or other

foot related problems

Ankle foot orthotics for the treatment of foot drop due to stroke, CP or trauma

Knee braces for treatment of ligament injuries or osteo-arthritis

Wrist braces for treatment of ligament or neurological injuries

Spinal bracing for scoliosis

The orthotist offers footwear modifications, adaptive wheelchair seating, and cranial

helmets. He will see all ages from Pediatric to Geriatric and all types of injuries including

sports, work and motor vehicle accidents.

New patients must have a referral or prescription form a licensed health care provider, such

as a doctor, podiatrist, chiropractor, physiotherapist or nurse practitioner.

Contact: Clayton Spalding

Telephone: 306-776-2450

or toll free: 1-877-725-3464


Website: www.spaldingorthopedic.com


Mental Health Services

Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses and therapists provide a wide range of

mental health services throughout Sun Country Health Region. Services are available on a

full-time basis at the clinics in Weyburn and Estevan. Part-time clinics are held on a regular

basis in various communities throughout the Region. Although clients are referred by their

family physician or psychiatrist, clients can sometimes self-refer.

Addiction Services

The goal of Addiction Services is to restore, maintain and enhance the recovery of

people seeking help for addiction and/or addiction related issues through the promotion

of healthy attitudes, behaviors and lifestyles. Assessment and recovery services,

community development and resource services are available. Services for problem

gambling are also provided.

Child and Youth Services

Specialized services are available for young people (0 - 18 years of age) and their

families. Services include assessment, treatment and case management for a wide range

of emotional, developmental, and behavior disorders. Speech language services are

available to pre-school children and their families.

Adult Services

Adult Services provides services to individuals 18 years and older. The program works

to enhance the ability of the individual to interact effectively with their environment,

improve their day-to-day functioning and quality of life by improving their capacity to

manage day- to-day issues. Adult Services provides screening, assessment and therapy

services to individuals and groups.

Specialized Services

Include Psychology Services, the Alternatives to Violence (ATV) program for adults

who are violent with their partners and the Adult Sex Offenders (SO) program. The

program also advocates good mental health through public education and promotion.

Rehabilitation & Residential Services

The goal is to promote, preserve and restore the mental health of persons with long-

term mental illness. Services include screening, assessment, case management,

residential services, consultation with long term care facilities, and education.

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A Depression Self Management Toolkit (DSMT) is available here:

http://www.suncountry.sk.ca/service/198/88/depression-self-management

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Mental Health Services continued . . .

Inpatient Services There are times when the severity and nature of a mental disorder requires a brief period

of hospital care. The Weyburn Mental Health Inpatient Unit (located in Tatagwa View)

offers hospitalization services, including assessment, treatment, life skills development,

and discharge planning with a multidisciplinary approach.

Day Hospital Services

The Outpatient Day Program is designed to develop essential social skills and abilities

that will enable the client to achieve their highest level of functioning. This program also

provides assessment, stabilization, skill development and support.

Consultation Consultation services are available to other professionals (e.g. family doctors, lawyers,

courts, clergy, teachers and other community agencies).

Confidentiality

Our staff hold all client information as confidential and will only disclose information

under one of the following circumstances:

with the consent of the client

when ordered by the courts

when child abuse or neglect is suspected

when self harm or harm to others may occur.

Service Providers

Psychiatrists are medical doctors trained in psychiatry and can prescribe medication to

treat emotional and/or mental illness or disorders. Psychologists have graduate degrees in

clinical psychology and specialize in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of

psychological disorders.

Assessment may include either intellectual or personality testing. Social Workers have

professional degrees and help to identify and alleviate social problems. They provide

counseling to individuals, couples, families and groups.

Contact:



306-455-2159



Tel: 306-637-3610

Fax: 306-634-2015


Kipling Memorial Health Centre

306-736-2638


Community Health

Services Building

306-842-8665

Emergency Psychiatry

Services:


306-842-8665


Chronic Disease Inventory Sun Country Health Region offers a variety of programs and services to help

patients/clients/residents cope with a variety of chronic illnesses.

Check the website at http://www.suncountry.sk.ca/service/170/88/chronic-

disease-inventory.html or go to the back of this service directory

for a list of diseases and services locations.

Palliative Care

The Palliative Care Program improves the quality of living and dying by addressing the

physical, emotional, psychological, spiritual and practical support of individuals and their

loved ones coping with a life threatening illness.

The focus of palliative care is to neither hasten nor postpone death but rather to make the

last stages of life comfortable and peaceful. The goals of the program are to prevent and

relieve suffering (physical, emotional, social and spiritual).

Services:

Assessment and management of pain and other symptoms.

Physical, emotional, social and spiritual support

Educational support

Bereavement – offers a variety of care to help understand anticipate loss and grief.

Eligibility for SCHR’s Palliative Care Services:

Clients, any age, with a progressive, life threatening incurable illness

No longer seeking a cure

Illness is deem incurable

Life expectancy is less than 6 months

Referrals made for service may be initiated by any person directly involved with the client

and has the client’s consent. You do not need a physician referral to receive

services. Referral may be initiated by contacting your nearest Home Care Office. Palliative

Care Services provided in the home will be consistent with Community Home Care

Charges. Contact your nearest Home Care office for specifics.

Contact: Palliative Care Coordinator

Estevan

306-637-3630

306-637-3636

Weyburn

306-842-6870

306-842-8206


Parenting

Skills

Parenting Skills

Education Program:

Provides expecting

parents and parents

of infants and

preschoolers with

enhanced parenting

resources.

Promotes positive

parenting

Supports and strengthens families with young children

Works to meet the needs of teens and young moms.

Education Programs offered:

Baby and Me, Rhyme Time, Parent Support Groups, Nobody's Perfect, Systematic Training

for Effective Parenting, 1-2-3-4 Parents!, Information and Outreach Support, Resource

Lending Library.

Contact: Parent Education Coordinator 306-637-3620

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Prenatal Classes

The Public Health Nurse in your community can help you begin your parenting journey. It is

normal to have lots of questions when you are expecting your first baby and even when you

have already had a baby. The Public Health Nurse can help you find answers to your

questions about changes during your pregnancy, about labour and delivery, hospital routines,

coping strategies during labour, adjusting to life with a baby, caring for your newborn, and

breastfeeding.

Your Public Health Nurse can also put you in touch with other community resources.

Attending Prenatal Classes in your community will give you an opportunity to meet other

parents. If there is not a Prenatal Class in your community the Public Health Nurse can

answer your prenatal questions in the Public Health office, on the phone, or in your home. A

written resource, Baby’s Beast Chance is available without cost to every first time Mom in

SCHR from your Public Health Nurse. Please contact your local Public Health office to find

out information about Prenatal services in your area.

Carlyle 306-453-6131, Coronach 306-267-5705, Kipling 306-736-2522,

Estevan 306-637-3626,Oxbow 306-483-2313, Radville 306-869-2555,

Redvers 306-452-3464, Weyburn 306-842-8618


Privacy

Any individual has the right to request access to personal health information about himself

or herself that is contained in a record in the custody or control of the Sun Country Health

Region.

The privacy policy is intended to allow an individual access to information that pertains to

his/her own health. This policy applies to all Personal Health Information within the

custody and control of the Region. Specifically excluded from this policy is Personal Health

Information collected under:

(a) The Adoption Act or The Adoption Act, 1998; (Adoptions)

(b) Part VIII of The Automobile Accident Insurance Act

(c) section 16 of The Cancer Foundation Act

(d) The Child and Family Services Act (Youth and Family Protection)

(e) The Mental Health Services Act (Mental Health)

(f) The Public Disclosure Act

(g) The Public Heath Act, 1994 (Public Health)

(g.1) The Vital Statistics Act, 1995 or former Vital Statistics Act; or

(h) The Workers' Compensation Act, 1979;

Sun Country Health Region responds to the written requests within 30 days of receiving the

request. All personal health records in the control or custody of the Sun Country Health

Region and/or affiliates are subject to certain limited exceptions. All clients have the right

to the information contained in their records and can apply to see those records.

Sun Country Health Region may refuse access to personal health information under some

circumstances. Please see the Region’s website at http://www.suncountry.sk.ca under

About Us/Freedom of Information and Privacy for specific information.

Any individual, not satisfied with a decision to refuse access to that individual's personal

health information, can request an internal review. A fee may be charged for an applicant to

access the record. Individuals may request correction of personal health information in the

health record if the person believes that there is an error or omission in it.

Contact: Sun Country Health Region Privacy Officer - 306-842-8401

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If you are experiencing a health emergency,

call 911 for an ambulance

wherever you are located in Sun Country Health Region


Public Health Inspection

Services Provided:

Drinking Water Quality

Public Health Inspectors inspect and sample all rural municipal wells and drinking water

supplies at public facilities that are not connected to municipal distribution systems. If a

serious potential threat to public health is detected in any type of public water system the

Medical Health Officer may issue a Boil Water Order to the municipality. Public Health

Inspectors also provide advice to private water supply owners on water disinfection and

the interpretation of water analyses.

Food Safety Classes

Public Health Inspectors conduct one-day courses on food safety.

Food Premises Inspections

Public Health Inspectors license public eating establishments and food processing

facilities such as bakeries and slaughterhouses, as well as other food-related facilities

that are not licensed, such as butcher shops and grocery stores. Summaries of the

inspections are located on the Region’s website at www.suncountry.sk.ca

Indoor Air Quality

Public Health Inspectors are primarily concerned with air quality in public facilities.

Indoor ice arenas are inspected and carbon monoxide tests are conducted. Inspectors

work with the Air Quality branch of Occupational Health when dealing with air quality

issues in schools and work places and provide advice and educational material to

homeowners on topics such as mould growth.

Plumbing Inspections

Public Health Inspectors conduct inspections of new plumbing installations.

Private Sewage Disposal Systems

Plumbing regulations require that private sewage disposal systems be approved by

Public Health Inspectors to ensure that water supplies are protected and health hazards

are not created. More information on the Region’s website.

Safe Housing and Accommodation

Public Health Inspectors can placard dwellings that are not fit for human occupation.

The Public Accommodation regulations apply to hotels, motels, campgrounds and bed

and breakfast facilities, which are licensed by the Region. The regulations also address

the health requirements for public accommodations such as apartment blocks and rental

homes.

Swimming Pool Safety

Sun Country Health Region licenses all public swimming pools on an annual basis.

Contact:

Estevan Public Health

306-637-3626

Weyburn Public Health

306- 842-8618

Or call Toll Free

at 1-888-295-8005


Public Health Nursing

Services Provided:

Public Health Nurses (PHNs) are registered nurses whose practice promotes the health of

individuals, families, communities, and populations. Public Health Nursing practice focuses

on preventive health services and takes place in places where people live, work and play.

Specific services may include but are not limited to:

Prenatal Health Services

PHNs provide health education for individuals or groups to increase their knowledge and

promote healthy lifestyles in the prenatal population

Postnatal Health Services

PHNs provide supportive and referral services to help families adjust after their baby is

born. Support is provided in many areas but especially in the areas of breastfeeding,

caring for their newborn, and the physical and emotional health of the Mom and her

family after the baby comes home.

Child Health Clinics

PHNs provide well child clinic services in communities across the Region. The routine

Preschool Immunizations are provided at these clinics as well as screening and health

education services related to child growth and development, nutrition, safety, , and

parent support.

School Services

PHNs provide immunization services to specific grades (i.e. grades 6 and 8). Public

Health Nurses are a resource to teachers for health education and they may also be

involved with schools in projects to help create a healthy school environment.

Communicable Diseases

PHNs provide surveillance services as well as follow up services for reportable

communicable disease (e.g. whooping cough, chlamydia, hepatitis, etc.) to ensure

prompt treatment and to ensure the limited spread of communicable disease.

Immunization

PHNs provide the vaccines that are funded by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health to

residents of SCHR across their lifespan.

Community Development and Action

PHNs provide support for a community or group when finding solutions for health

issues identified in their community.

Contact: Weyburn Public Health ............ 306-842-8618

Carlyle Community Health ....... 306-453-6131

Coronach Health Centre ........... 306-267-5705

Estevan Public Health .............. 306-637-3626

Kipling Community Health ..... 306-736-2112, or 306-736-2113

Oxbow Public Health ................ 306-483-2313

Radville Public Health .............. 306-869-2555

Redvers Health Centre .............. 306-452-3464


Rabies

Rabies is a virus that attacks the central

nervous system and eventually the brain.

It is usually fatal for humans. It is spread

in the saliva of an animal with rabies.

Rabies can affect any warm-blooded

animal, domestic or wild. It has been

found in dogs, cats, foxes, raccoons,

skunks, wolves, bats, cattle and horses.

Rabid animals usually act very

differently; for example - they may

become aggressive, restless or excitable,

appear to have difficulty swallowing or have weakness in their limbs, or lose their appetite

or refuse to eat.

How can I prevent rabies?

Have your animals vaccinated

Don't go near stray animals

Keep your pets on a leash

Report unusual animal behaviour to a veterinarian or animal control

Consult the Sun Country Health Region Public Health Department ( Toll Free number

at 1-888-295-8005) when you find a bat in a room where someone has been sleeping.

What should you do if you have been bitten?

1. Immediately wash the bite wounds with soap and water

2. Get medical care immediately after a bite

Your doctor will report the incident to Public Health. The Public Health Inspector will

arrange to have the pet confined and observed for 10 days.

If possible, wild animals will be captured, euthanized and sent for rabies testing after a

biting incident.

Tired of driving to doctor or psychiatry appointments?

If you’re tired of driving long distances to

medical or psychiatric appointments, especially in bad weather,

try connecting with your medical practitioner by Telehealth.

Call the Telehealth Coordinator at 306-842-8605

to arrange your appointment by Telehealth.


Respite Care

Respite Care service is offered to care-givers, usually for a maximum of 60 days. The

temporary beds are located throughout Sun Country Health Region, at long-term care and

integrated health centres. The cost is at the minimum long-term rate of $32.94 per day.

Temporary multi-purpose beds are utilized for convalescent and palliative care clients as

well, in the provision of continuum service delivery.

Caregiver Relief/respite

Relief programs give caregivers some time off to look after themselves. Respite care is

a service provided to give relief to the family or other primary caregivers of a dependent

person living at home.

Adult Day Programs

Provide organized health and social services in health care facilities to people who live

in their own home but can travel to a nearby facility to participate in the programs.

Contact:

Bengough Health Centre

306-268-2048

Fillmore Health Centre

306-722-3315

Sunset Haven Lodge

Carnduff, SK

306-482-3424

Coronach Health Centre

306-267-2123

Wawota Health Centre

306-739-2400

Galloway Health Centre

Oxbow

306-483-2956

Gainsborough Health Centre

306-685-2277

Willowdale Lodge

Kipling

306-736-2218

Lampman Health Centre

306-487-2561

Mainprize Manor & Health Centre

Midale

306-458-2300

Moose Mountain Lodge

Carlyle

306-453-2434

Radville Marian Health Centre

306-869-3302

Redvers Health Centre

306-452-3553 St. Joseph's Hospital

Special Care Home

306-637-2425

St. Joseph's Hospital Day Programs

306-637-2411

Tatagwa View, Weyburn

Weyburn Special Care Home

306-842-4455


Telehealth

What is Telehealth?

For the patient, the use of videoconferencing equipment allows you to meet with your health

care provider by seeing each other through a TV or monitor. The face to face meeting

happens in real time without having to travel long distances.

For the health care worker, teleconferencing sessions can be used for health care

appointments, teaching and learning sessions, as well as meetings. Telehealth allows

community members to attend educational sessions and support groups without traveling

great distances. Family members can attend appointments from afar via Telehealth with

other members from other centres, whether it be medical appointments, case conferences or

visitation.

How can I benefit from Telehealth? 1. Improved access

2. Receive health care services close to home

3. Gain more timely access to some specialists

4. Convenience

5. Save yourself and your family the trouble of traveling for appointments.

6. Save time and money

7. Eliminate driving and possible overnight expenses and significantly reduce travel time

What can I expect at a Telehealth session? You will be asked to go to your nearest Telehealth office. Check in at the information or

admitting desk and you will be directed to the Telehealth room. Someone will be there to

greet you and how you how the equipment works. You will see the health care provider on

the TV screen. You will be able to speak and hear each other as if you were in the same

room. Everyone present at both sites will introduce themselves before the session begins.

You can ask questions at any time during the session. Depending on the circumstances, there

may be a nurse or other health care professional with you during the session.

Telehealth Services are available in the following health care facilities:

Arcola Health Centre; Bengough Health Centre; Coronach Health Centre; Fillmore Health

Centre; Gainsborough Health Centre; Galloway Health Centre, Oxbow; Kipling Memorial

Health Centre; Mainprize Manor and Health Centre, Midale; Newhope Pioneer Lodge,

Stoughton; Radville Marian Health Centre; Redvers Health Centre; St. Joseph’s Hospital,

Estevan; St. Joseph’s Hospital Renal Unit; St. Joseph’s Hospital Stroke Care Program;

Tatagwa View, Weyburn; Wawota Health Centre; Weyburn General Hospital; Weyburn

Community Health Services Building; Weyburn Special Care Home; Lampman; Mental

Health Inpatient Unit, House 10, Tatagwa View, Weyburn.

To register for a Telehealth event in one of these locations, call 306-842-8605.

Contact: Telehealth Coordinator, 306-842-8605


Volunteer Services

Volunteers provide services that include visiting, transportation, assistance with shopping,

phone calls and other needs. A volunteer is a person who by choice, and without financial

compensation, contributes time and service to assist in fulfilling the mission of an

organization.

Services include volunteer driver; doing errands; dial a friend; friendly visitor; meals on

wheels; palliative care volunteers; supportive visits; birthday club; wellness, flu and child

health clinic volunteers; fluoride mouth rinse volunteer, adult coordinator for youth

volunteers, youth volunteer.

Contact:

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Wellness Clinics

The Wellness Clinic's purpose is to promote the well-being of people in our communities,

with a focus on prevention and early intervention. The Clinic is facilitated by Home Care

Nurses and Home Health Aides. During the clinic, staff may perform a variety of basic

health assessments and provide education. Staff may assess blood pressure, blood glucose

levels, weight, medication management, and provide foot care. Clients are encouraged to

bring a list of their medications so that the nurse can answer questions regarding their

current medications. Referrals may be made to the podiatrist, dietitian, occupational

therapist, physiotherapist, mental health services, family physician, pharmacist, and Home

Care services.

Check the Events Calendar at www.suncountry.sk.ca for dates/times.

Contact:

Alameda, Oxbow .......... 306-483-5047

Arcola, Carlyle, Kenosee Lake,

Kisbey & Manor ...... 306-455-2116

Carievale, Carnduff &

Gainsborough ........... 306-685-2123

Corning, Kennedy &

Kipling ...................... 306-736-2913

Home Care South (Estevan)

Phone: 306-637-3630

Fax: 306-634-2494

Home Care East (Kipling)

306-736-2553

Home Care West (Weyburn)

306-842-6870

Benson, Lampman, .... 306-487-2561

Macoun, Midale ......... 306-458-2446

Creelman, Fillmore,

Osage & Stoughton 306-457-7735

Redvers ....................... 306-452-3659

Torquay ........................ 306-458-2446


Facilities in the Region:

Sun Country Health Region 306-842-8399

Arcola Health Centre 306-455-2771

Bengough Health Centre 306-268-2048

Coronach Health Centre 306-267-2022

Estevan Regional Nursing Home 306-634-2689

Fillmore Health Centre 306-722-3315

Galloway Health Centre 306-483-2956

Kipling Memorial health Centre 306-736-2553

Lampman Health Centre 306-487-2561

Mainprize Manor and Health Centre 306-458-2300

Maryfield Health Centre 306-646-2133

Moose Mountain Lodge 306-453-2434

New Hope Pioneer Lodge 306-457-2552

Pangman Health Centre 306-442-2044

Radville Marian Health Centre 306-869-2224

Redvers Health Centre 306-452-6463

St. Joseph’s Hospital of Estevan 306-637-2400

St. Joseph’s Special Care Home 306-637-2425

Tatagwa View 306-842-8398

Wawota Memorial Health Centre 306-739-2306

Kipling Community Health 306-736-2522

Radville Public Health Office 306-869-2555

St. Joseph’s Hospital Mental Health 306-637-3610

St. Joseph’s Hospital Public Health 306-637-3626

Weyburn Community Health 306-842-8618

If you are experiencing a health emergency,

call 911 for an ambulance,

wherever you are located in Sun Country Health Region

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