Eligibility:
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Patients must have a life-threatening illness or be facing end of life issues; have a life expectancy of weeks or months rather than years; understand the primary goal of care/treatment is quality of life, not cure of disease; and agree to the referral or to consultative support.
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Languages:
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English
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Application Process:
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Referral required. Contact your local Home and Community Care office for more information.
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Program Fees:
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Most services are covered by the BC Medical Services Plan or the BC Palliative Care Benefits Program. There may be some additional charges for certain services such as per diem costs in hospice residences.
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