Our Collaborative Network

Retirement Facilities
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Independent living residences
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Assisted living communities
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Memory care residences
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Senior apartment complexes
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Supportive housing programs
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Private retirement operators
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Non-profit senior housing providers
Vital Life Nursing provides independent, nurse-led case management that complements residential services by:
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Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments for residents with complex needs
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Supporting medication organization and monitoring (within nursing scope)
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Acting as a liaison between families, physicians, and residence staff
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Providing structured follow-up after hospital discharge
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Identifying early signs of decline to prevent avoidable crises
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Supporting family communication and care planning
This helps residences enhance continuity of care without expanding internal staffing capacity.

Hospitals & Primary Care Clinics
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Hospital discharge teams
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Family physician clinics
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Nurse practitioner–led clinics
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Community health centres
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Primary care networks
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Walk-in or urgent care clinics managing complex seniors
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Divisions of Family Practice member clinics
Vital Life Nursing supports primary care providers by:
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Providing in-home nursing assessments for medically complex patients
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Reinforcing care plans between clinic visits
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Supporting medication adherence and monitoring
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Coordinating with specialists and allied health providers
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Assisting families with healthcare system navigation
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Providing structured updates when appropriate
This helps reduce care fragmentation and supports follow-through outside of limited appointment times.

Community Advocacy Groups
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Seniors’ advocacy organizations
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Caregiver support groups
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Community response networks
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Non-profit aging services
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Multicultural senior support organizations
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Faith-based senior support programs
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Volunteer-based outreach programs
Vital Life Nursing complements advocacy services by adding a clinical layer of support:
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Conducting structured nursing assessments when health concerns arise
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Identifying risk factors for functional decline or safety concerns
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Supporting vulnerable seniors experiencing isolation or complex needs
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Educating caregivers on health management strategies
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Coordinating with healthcare providers when medical follow-up is required
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Helping families understand available healthcare pathways in BC
This strengthens the support network by integrating advocacy with professional nursing oversight.
Referral Process
Referrals may be initiated by:
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Family physicians
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Nurse practitioners
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Social workers
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Discharge planners
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Community organizations
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Family members
We respond within 1–2 business days.
778 - 887 - 0507