What is the SPARK Tool?
The SPARK Tool is a survey used by our clinic to collect information about patients. This helps the clinic understand who you are and make healthcare fair for everyone.
Why do we ask these questions?
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To help us understand who you are
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To give you better care
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To make healthcare fair for everyone
What kind of information do we collect?
Personal characteristics
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Age
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Language preference
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If you were born in Canada
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Race and ethnicity
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Religion
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Disability
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Gender identity
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Sexual orientation
Social situation
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Education
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Ability to pay for basic needs
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Access to food and medication
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Housing situation
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Access to transport
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Access to phone and internet
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Access to utilities
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Support from family or social groups
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Employment status
Who can see this information?
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Only your healthcare team can see your information
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Your information is protected like all other health information
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If used in research, it will be combined with others’ data and no one can identify you
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