Hearing & Speech Nova Scotia (HSNS) is dedicated to client/patient and family centered care. This means putting clients and patients and their families at the center of decisions about their own health and care, as well as incorporating their opinions and suggestions into the development and assessment of our services.
Partners in Care is a committee made up of Hearing & Speech Nova Scotia staff and client/family partners.
- Do I believe that my opinion is important?
- Am I willing to share my experience?
- Can I keep information confidential?
- Am I open to the opinions of others?
- Am I willing to work with other people to improve hearing & speech services?
If you answer ‘yes’ to these questions, we’d love for you to consider joining out patient advisors team.
Ask a staff member for more information on how to become a Partner in Care or contact us:
1-888-780-3330 or hr@nshsc.nshealth.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Patient Advisor?
A client or family member of a client who volunteers to help Hearing & Speech Nova Scotia improve its hearing and speech services.
What does a Partner in Care do?
- Join meetings
- Work on committees
- Share your experiences
- Be honest
- Ask questions
What will I do?
- Attend an orientation workshop
- Find a project that is meaningful to you
- Participate as often as you’d like