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. 2016 Nov 22;13:31. doi: 10.1186/s12954-016-0121-2

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