Table 1 Dr. Peter Centre Services
Art, music, and recreation, complimentary therapy | |
Weekly activities offered including gardening, fitness, yoga, and acupuncture. Therapies allow for opportunities to stimulate self-awareness, self-expression, communication, personal development, and greater self-care | |
● Individual art therapy ● Open art therapy ● Group music therapy ● Music jam ● Karaoke ● Performances ● Recreational therapy | ● Special events ● Community garden ● Exercise program/room ● Group leisure activities (Bingo, games, activities in the living room) ● Pet visits by volunteers ● Complementary therapies (yoga, Reiki, acupuncture) |
Support and counseling | |
Counseling services offered to help build emotional strength and support mental health and wellness. Supports for problems surrounding addiction and substance use issues | |
● Men’s group ● Women’s evening group ● Indigenous group ● Individual counseling | ● Group counseling ● Assistance with housing ● Community service resources ● Scheduling appointments and transportation |
Nursing and dietetics | |
Nurses provide health assessments, medication assistance, and consultation for symptom management. They also play a key role in helping participants successfully engage in HAART treatment. ART adherence support helps to suppress the HIV virus, as well as prevent new HIV transmissions | |
● Medication support ● Wound care health teaching ● Supervised injection services | ● Harm reduction supplies ● Foot clinic |
Amenities: | |
DPC clients have access to a variety of amenities | |
● Nap room ● Newspapers ● Showers ● Laundry ● Telephones | ● Computers ● Library ● TV room ● Movies |
Food and nutrition | |
Wholesome nutrient-dense meals and dietary guidance for improved health. Meals are offered twice a day, 7 days a week | |
● Breakfast ● Lunch | ● Snacks ● Coffee |