Frailty Coaching Program
The Self-Management Frailty Coaching Program is a free, telephone-based program that supports adults in BC who wish to prevent and/or slow down the progression of frailty.
A trained peer frailty coach connects with you by telephone once a week for approximately 30-45 minutes for 13 weeks.
Benefits of the program
Participants will learn self-management strategies and how to follow the Canadian Frailty Network’s AVOID strategy to prevent and/or slow down progression of frailty. Key topics are: activity, nutrition, medication management, vaccinations, and social engagement.
Is this program right for me?
- Am I feeling tired or exhausted all day?
- Am I becoming dependent on others?
- Am I feeling frail or concerned about becoming frail?
- Do I want to know about the AVOID strategy to prevent and/or slow down progression of frailty?
How do I receive a peer frailty coach?
Please click on this link to complete the Participant Consent Form. When you click on the Submit button at the bottom of the Consent Form you will be redirected to our Waitlist to complete your contact information. You will then be contacted as soon as possible to schedule an intake interview to be paired with a Frailty Coach.
If you have any difficulty completing the consent form or adding yourself to the waitlist, please call our office at 1-866-902-3767 or email frailtycoach@uvic.ca for assistance.
How can I become frailty coach?
Please click on this link to complete the Volunteer Application Form.
For more information about the role of the Frailty Coach or if you have any difficulty completing the Volunteer Application Form, please call our office at 1-866-902-3767 or email frailtycoach@uvic.ca for assistance.
What participants are saying:
“The program gave me a new life and hope with my recovery from cancer”
“I was depressed and so lonely, the frailty coach guided me to be out and I was able to be a part of the library knitting and coffee club”
“The program gave me confidence as no one would believe me when I complained of being concerned of being frail but now I have a part time job”
“The program helped me build a social circle and be able to problem solve around me feeling tired all day”
“Ever since I joined the program, I have followed a good daily routine as I am more aware of how I can manage my health conditions”
Prefer to focus on chronic conditions? Click here for information about our Health Coach Program aimed at adults of any age who are dealing with any kind of physical or mental health challenges.