Physiotherapy Service Gap and Proposed Community Support

community · May 2021 · Denman and Hornby Island Health Care Society buildings

Physiotherapist Christopher Mainella highlights gaps in the Canadian healthcare system regarding access to physiotherapy services, especially for those without extended health benefits. He proposes blocking off weekly sessions on Denman and Hornby Islands on a sliding scale and barter basis, and creating a Community Physiotherapy Pay-it-Forward fund to support those in need.

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Sources

• “I would like to start by blocking off one session per week on both Denman and Hornby Island for those that fall into this gap.” — The Islands Grapevine – May 6th, 2021 (May 6th, 2021)

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