1 Harm Reduction Plan

 

 What is a Harm Reduction Plan?

It is continuum of care and a comprehensive strategy that aims to increase positive gains in safety, health and support while minimizing the negative impacts associated with low income.

 

 Corky's Harm Reduction Plan:

Safety Targets:

*NO EVICTION AND NO HOMELESSNESS!

No climbing stairs

No lifting trash into dumpster

Utilize walker and bed rails

Clutter away from walkways

Reduce fire hazard

Maintain household cleanliness

 

Health Targets:

Ongoing health monitoring and nursing assessments

Medication set-up, reminders and assistance

Prescribed therapeutic diet

Assistance available to recover from falls

Increase physical activity

Increase longevity

Social, Intellectual, Emotional: companionship of friends and neighbors, participate in social and recreational activities, choose from a range of interesting and varied programs and events

 

Support Targets:

Continued communication with family and friends

Assistance with activities of daily living: including housekeeping - laundry, than as needed: bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, grooming, and getting to and from activities and dining

Assistance with transportation needs

Even with low income, all of the above targets can be met by a move to Heritage Woods.