Vision Loss Rehabilitation British Columbia

Vision Loss Rehabilitation British Columbia suspends in-person services until further notice

March 25, 2020

Like many of you, Vision Loss Rehabilitation British Columbia (VLRBC)has been monitoring the potential impact of COVID-19 and actively preparing to meet the demands of the evolving situation.

The Public Health Agency of Canada has assessed the current risk as high, and are directing us to practice physical distancing and advising employers to offer virtual/distance-based work plans for employees. The health and safety of our clients and employees is of utmost importance. Therefore, in-person services have been suspended until further notice and transitioned to virtual care.

Dr. Bonnie Henry, Public Health Officer, has recently asked all British Columbians to “do their part to prevent the transmission of infections in our communities and in our health-care system.”

You can stay healthy and prevent the spread of infections by:

Washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
Avoiding touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick
Coughing or sneezing into your sleeve and not your hands
Staying home if you are sick to avoid spreading illness to others

Visit the following sites for more information:

WHO FAQ: For more commonly asked questions and answers on COVID-19, visit the WHO website
BC Centre for Disease Control: For provincial information local to BC, visit the BC Centre for Disease Control
Health Canada: For more information on the Government of Canada’s precautions at international airports and borders, visit Health Canada's website
Health Canada: Information about COVID-19 and animals

We will continue to monitor the situation to determine when we will resume drop-in and in-person services within our office locations. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 1-844-887-8572.

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Who We Are

As an independent healthcare service provider, funded by donors and partially funded by the Government of British Columbia, Vision Loss Rehabilitation British Columbia is the province’s leading provider of rehabilitation therapy for people with vision loss. With a commitment to the highest standards of care, we deliver results.
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Patients & Families

Losing your vision can bring many challenges. Vision Loss Rehabilitation British Columbia is here to help. On referral, our certified specialists will work with you to understand your needs and develop a personalized plan to help you regain your independence, safety and mobility.see patients & families

Health Care Professionals

Vision Loss Rehabilitation British Columbia is proud to be your partner in ensuring people with vision loss get the best possible care. If you have a patient whose vision loss is affecting their independence, safety and mobility, your secure online referral will connect them to the support they need.
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