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Alzheimer Society Peel www.alzheimerpeel.com Alzheimer Society of Toronto www.alzheimertoronto.org Ages: 18 year(s) and up Nora House, Respite Care Ages: 55 year(s) and up Counselling Education Program Manager, 905-789-1306 Christopher Rawn-Kane, Executive Director 905-542-7415 Marija Padjen, Cheif program Officer 416-322-6560 x 227 Public Education Coordinator 416-322-6560 staff member ratio 7AM to 7PM: from 7 to 9 am and 4 to 7 pm extended hours fee applied Applicants: Need valid Ontario Health Card Must not be served by another agency funded under the Long Term Care Act Must be able to bear weight Must not be at risk of harm Must be listed with Wandering Person Registry (can apply while in the Program) Must have a family doctor in Ontario Shall not have any active contagious or infectious disease Must have controlled incontinence Respite care offered in a home-like environment * service to a maximum of 6 people at any one time * offers 1-2wk stay * staffed 24hrs/day, 7days/wk * for people with a memory loss * not suitable for those who have complex medical needs or for those who require lifting * wheelchair accessible, however person must be able to bear weight * classed as a group home Provides counselling to individuals and families who are coping with the Alzheimer’s and related dementias. This centre provides appropriate referrals to services available in the community. Oral and written information is provided on all issues relating to the disease including caregiver coping, communicator guidelines, and understanding behaviours. Counselling is available over the phone, in the office or in your home. Mon-Fri 9:00am -5pm Public Education Coordinators offer dementia specific education to professionals who work with people who have dementia. Programs are flexible and geared toward the learning needs of different groups including personal support workers, activationists, nursing, dietary and housekeeping staff, students, volunteers, and visitors. Topics include an overview of AD, communicating with people who have ADRD, responding to responsive behaviours, working with families, an aging simulation, activities of daily living, and therapeutic activities. Coordinators are trained in the Gentle Persuasive Approach, Advance Care Planning, and U- First. They can also modify and develop programs as requested. Open 24x7 Jan. 25, 2011
Alzheimer Society of York Region www.alzheimer-york.com Assertive Community Treatment Team Fergus (area served: Dufferin County) Ages: 16 year(s) - 64 year(s) Case Management Families Caring for a Senior 1-888-414-5550 1-888-414-5550 Colleen Cawdeary, Program Coordinator, 519-787-1800 x101 Conducting an assessment, planning and coordinating services to meet a senior’s needs, goals and expected outcomes. Our comprehensive social work program provides practical support to caregivers coping with Alzheimer’s diseases and related disorders. In supporting the family caregivers we are providing education about the disease, coping techniques for the caregivers and providing therapeutic counselling. The Alzheimer Society of York Region’s social workers play an integral role in assisting families in navigating throughout the course of the disease. The social workers help the client to navigate the system to access diagnostic and medical supports, access community services as required, Community, home or office visits can be arranged. Telephone or email contact is also available. Social workers are available throughout the Region of York. Social workers are available throughout the Region of York. Appointments outside normal business hours are available upon request Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm Support provided to individuals and/or family members who are providing care and support for a senior. Our comprehensive social work program provides practical support to caregivers coping with Alzheimer’s diseases and related disorders. In supporting the family caregivers we are providing education about the disease, coping techniques for the caregivers and providing therapeutic counselling. The Alzheimer Society of York Region’s social workers play an integral role in assisting families in navigating throughout the course of the disease. The social workers help the client to navigate the system to access diagnostic and medical supports, access community services as required Appointments outside normal business hours are available upon request Monday - Saturday Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm A multi-disciplinary team of mental health professionals who provide client-centred, individualized, out-patient treatment, support and rehabilitation to people with severe and persistent mental illness in the rural Wellington-Dufferin area. The program helps clients achieve their goals, improve their health and quality of life, and live as independently as possible. Services include: * Medication monitoring and supervision * Crisis assessment and intervention * Symptom assessment, management, and education * Supportive counselling * Collaboration with families and agencies * Life skills teaching * Housing assistance * Recreational support * Vocational support * Continuity of care * Advocacy Jan. 25, 2011
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