On March 7, 2019, The BC Refugee Hub hosted a training webinar covering primary and mental healthcare supports and services for refugee claimants.
Speakers:
- Bayron Figueroa- Health Promotion Case Manager, Settlement Orientation Services (SOS)
- Mariana Martinez Vieyra – Clinical Supervisor from VAST
- Dr. Mei-ling Wiedmeyer – Clinical Instructor, UBC Department of Family Practice; Family Physician, Umbrella Multicultural Health Coop
Topics:
- Introduction to Primary Healthcare for Refugee Claimants
- IFHP and MSP
- Trauma Informed Practice
- How can front-line workers from settlement & community organizations best support vulnerable Refugee Claimants
- Timely referrals and early interventions
- Common challenges in access to health care for refugee claimants
- Panel discussion on how to address challenges and improve access
Download training PowerPoint deck – click here.
To view the training video, click here or view below.
This webinar topic has been informed by a feedback survey conducted with the settlement and integration sector by the BC Refugee Hub. This webinar is suitable for those working in front-line positions, coordinators and managers at settlement service provider agencies, as well as community stakeholders who work with refugee claimants from the time they come to BC, during their claim process, when a claim decision is received an who are/become permanent residents (PRs). Note: Community stakeholders can include those working at: Municipal government, health authorities, school districts, post secondary institutions, police departments, etc.
We would like to gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Jobs, Trade and Technology.
