Aboriginal Patient Liaisons (APLs) are an important part of the health care team. Ten APLs are available across the north to assist Indigenous people and their families to access high quality, culturally safe health care services.
Indigenous Health supports this program by:
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providing training opportunities and mentoring;
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supporting a community of practice;
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developing communications materials; and
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collaborative planning, program development and evaluation.
How can I connect with an APL?
Speak with a health care provider for a referral to the Aboriginal Patient Liaison program or contact your local APL directly:
Lakes District Hospital
Lisa Puglas
Lisa.Puglas@northernhealth.ca
250-692-2474
Chetwynd General Hospital
Kaleigh Hillton
Kaleigh.Hillton@northernhealth.ca
250-788-7202
Dawson Creek Health Clinic
Margaret McGillis
Margaret.McGillis@northernhealth.ca
250-782-6190
Wrinch Memorial Hospital
Angie Combs
Angie.Combs@northernhealth.ca
250-842-4407
Fort St. John Hospital
Vacant
250-261-7418
University Hospital of Northern BC
Carol Ryan
Carol.Ryan@northernhealth.ca
778-349-1348
250-565-2364
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital
Mary Wesley
Mary.Wesley@northernhealth.ca
250-624-2171
GR Baker Memorial Hospital
Lyndsey Rhea
Lyndsey.Rhea@northernhealth.ca
250-985-5812
Dze L' Kant Friendship Centre
Bulkley Valley District Hospital
Alexanne Dick
Alexanne.Dick@northernhealth.ca
250-847-5211 Ext. 214
Mills Memorial Hospital
Lloyd McDames
Lloyd.McDames@northernhealth.ca
250-638-4085
What can an APL assist me with?
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Arrange for translation services
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Help patients understand health care processes, procedures and terminology
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Help to ensure admission and discharge planning goes according to patient needs
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Advanced Health Care Planning
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Facilitate communication and cultural understanding between patient and care providers
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Connect patient to end of life support
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Coordinate spiritual / cultural advisors
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Support and comfort family and friends
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Referrals within Northern Health and to community agencies
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Help link patients to non-insured health benefits
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Transition to and within long-term care