Geriatric Assessment Clinic at West Vancouver Community Health Centre
- 2121 Marine Drive West Vancouver, BC V7V 4Y2
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- (604) 904-6200 ext. 5
- Fax: (604) 904-6172
Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a medical specialty dedicated to addressing the unique health needs of older adults.
How to access
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Eligibility
For patients aged 65 and over.
Must have multiple, complex problems impairing their physical, social or mental abilities. The program focuses on those who have had a recent unexplained decline in health. Must live in the North Shore health region in their own home, or are now in the hospital and are ready to go home, but are at high risk of returning to a hospital again.
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Referral
A family doctor can make a referral. It can also come from other community health team members such as Long Term Care case managers, Mental Health staff, Home care nurses, and Rehabilitation staff. The family doctor must approve the referral.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Parking & Transportation
Underground parking is available, as well as limited street parking.
Elevators are available from the underground parking lot.