Campbellford Memorial Hospital has announced a partnership with the Baycrest Virtual Behavioural Medicine Program to improve the care and support of patients with dementia.
Officials say the collaboration, which began earlier this year, ensures that CMH’s inpatients who have, or are suspected of having, dementia and are exhibiting responsive behaviours, receive the specialized care they need.
The VBM Program provides a short-term, behavioural medicine consultation service that leverages virtual consultations to address challenging neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as severe agitation and physical expressions of anger.
By working closely with the patient, family, and care team, the Baycrest team reviews medications, medical and family histories, co-morbidities, and symptoms to determine the most effective medication and behaviour support strategies.
This comprehensive approach not only addresses the immediate needs of the patients but also lays the foundation for a successful transition home, or to long-term care.
Heather Campbell, Vice President of Patient Care at CMH, expressed her excitement for the partnership, stating, “Our partnership with the Virtual Behavioural Medicine Program aligns with CMH’s mission to provide comprehensive care to our community. By collaborating with this program, we ensure that individuals with dementia receive the specialized support they need to improve their quality of life and help reduce repeat hospitalizations.”
