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We’re thrilled to introduce you to someone new who will be supporting patient engagement across BC. We sat down with them to ask about what drew them to work in patient engagement, and their hopes for the health care system. Rachelle Ferrer is the Project Coordinator on the BC…
We’re thrilled to introduce you to someone new who will be supporting patient engagement across BC, and specifically in the Island region. We sat down with them to ask about what drew them to work in patient engagement, and their hopes for the health care system. Charmaine Niebergall is…
We’re excited to join partners around the world in supporting International “What Matters to You?” Day! International “What Matters to You?” Day started in Norway in 2014, with the goal of encouraging meaningful conversations between patients, caregivers, families, and their health care providers. Asking a simple question can have a…
We’re excited to join partners around the world in supporting the ninth annual International “What Matters to You?” Day! The event encourages meaningful conversations between patients, caregivers, families and their health care providers, which is a great way to advance person- and family-centred care. From new, virtual health care services…
This year’s National Volunteer Week (April 18-24) focuses on The Value of One, The Power of Many, and reflects on the awe-inspiring acts of kindness by individuals and the magic that happens when we work together. As patient partners, you’ve voiced crucial perspectives and worked tirelessly with health care partners…
As we continue to grow and patient engagement in BC evolves, we identified the need for a new site that is easier to navigate and more accessible for you. Here's where we'll answer your questions about the who, what, why and hows of this new website!
This past year marked 10 years since the Patient Voices Network was created and we want to take a moment to thank you for your time and dedication to improving health care in BC! Even though 2020 was a challenging year, we still found ways to mark this special…
Hosted by the BC Patient Safety & Quality Council, which administers PVN, the Quality Awards celebrate people and projects that have improved the quality of health care in BC – and you can nominate them! This year the awards will recognize projects within the five areas of care…
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the newest members of our Oversight and Advisory Committee! The O&A committee helps guide our work to support meaningful partnerships between patients and health care teams, with the focus of improving health care services in BC. To get to know them a little better, we…
You spoke and we listened! You told us being able to connect with one another was a high priority for you. PVN Connections Café will create social connections among oriented patient partners by offering opportunities for one-to-one get-togethers.** If you sign up, each month you will receive an…
Health Quality BC administers the Patient Voices Network. Using evidence-informed strategies, the Council shifts culture, improves clinical practice and advances person- and family-centred care to support high-quality care for every person in our province.
