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Behavioural Supports
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Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
Dementia is the loss of intellectual functions, such as thinking, remembering and reasoning, of sufficient severity to interfere with a person's daily functioning. It is not a disease in itself, but rather a group of symptoms that may accompany ... -
Community Geriatric Services
Community-based medical or rehabilitation services for older adults. -
Geriatric Inpatient Services
Inpatient hospital programs providing medical or rehabilitation services for older adults. -
Geriatric Outpatient Services
Outpatient hospital programs providing medical or rehabilitation services for older adults. -
Geriatric Services (Aging Related Health Care)
Geriatric services provide health care specifically related to aging, in particular the frail elderly who have multiple health problems or who have difficulty managing on their own. -
Long-Term Care Homes
Long-term care homes are subsidized facilities providing nursing and personal care to individuals who are no longer able to live independently. Many long-term care homes also offer short term respite care. Long-term care homes are also known as Homes ... -
Memory Clinics
Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for people with memory issues. -
Mental Health for Seniors
Programs and services for older adults who are experiencing challenges with their emotional, psychological, and social well-being. -
Residential Care for People with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
Residential care offers medical and personal care for adults who can no longer be cared for at home. Respite care may also be available at these locations.
Caregiver Supports
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Adult Day Programs
Adult day programs (ADP) provide part-day supervised activities in a group setting for dependent adults, such as the frail elderly, people with Alzheimers disease, or people with disabilities. Services may include leisure activities, meals, and ... -
Caregiver Support Services
A caregiver is someone who looks after a sick, frail or disabled relative, friend or neighbour. Supportive programs are available to help caregivers cope with their responsibilities and may include self-help, informal counselling, recreation and ... -
Respite Care for People with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
Provides caregivers with temporary rest options that may include substitute living arrangements in a supported environment or in-home care for older adults with dementia. -
Respite Care for Seniors
Caregiver support services that provide a break or temporary relief, such as short-stay residential, day programs, as well as in-home supports.
Healthy Living
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Dietitian Services
Registered dietitians are food and nutrition experts who work with clients, their caregivers, and health care providers. Together, they manage nutrition based on medical conditions and individual needs. -
Exercise and Falls Prevention Programs
Exercise classes with a focus on falls prevention help older adults stay healthy, active, and mobile. Classes are publicly-funded and held at various community locations. There is no fee for eligible participants. -
Fitness, Recreation, and Social Programs for Seniors
Programs that support older adults in their pursuit of an active and social lifestyle. Services may include such activities as arts and crafts, light exercise, educational lectures, and outings. -
Healthy Aging
Programs and services for older adults that provide education and information resources on wellness and healthy lifestyles. -
Mental Health Promotion
Programs and services that inform, educate, and promote mental health and well-being. -
Safety and Injury Prevention
Public education programs and resources to prevent unintentional injuries and promote personal safety whether at home, at school, at work, or while participating in leisure activities. -
Seniors' Active Living Centres
Seniors' centres promote health and well-being by offering social, cultural, learning, and recreational programs for older adults.
Help at Home
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Friendly Visiting
Free or subsidized services that provide socially isolated older adults or people with disabilities with opportunities to socialize and develop new friendships. These programs are provided by volunteers, and may consist of social activities such as ... -
Home Help and Homemaking
Organizations which provide a range of homemaking services. They may also offer home help referral services. -
In-Home Nursing
Nursing services provided in the client's home. Therapy, personal support, and home support may also be offered. -
In-Home Personal Support
Services that assist people at home with their daily care, mobility, routine activities of daily living, and provide respite care. -
Meal Delivery Services
Services or programs that prepare and provide regular delivery of meals to older adults or people with disabilities or other medical conditions. -
Ontario Health atHome
Health care services offered at home, at school, and in the community, as well as access to supported living programs and long-term care, are coordinated by Ontario Health atHome to ensure people of all ages can make informed choices about their ... -
Personal Emergency Response Systems
Medical alert systems that contain a help button which connects with a live agent at a response center. -
Telephone Reassurance and Security Checks
Community support services which provide regular phone calls and safety checks for seniors and people with disabilities who live alone. -
Transportation - Accessible
Wheelchair accessible transportation is available through public transportation services, community organizations and private companies. -
Transportation - Non-Accessible and Volunteer
Transportation services for the elderly or people with special needs who are mobile (ambulatory). Most transportation services are provided by volunteer services and a nominal fee may be charged. Some providers may offer accompaniment services to ...