| Program: | Respite Companion Program | ||
| Organizations: |
Niagara Region Community Services Department Seniors Community Programs |
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| Description of Services: | Daytime relief for caregivers who are living with or in the process of obtaining a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other progressive dementia * clients are matched with a respite companion that provides social visits to the home * visits are a minimum of 3 hours at regularly scheduled times, up to 20 hours per week | ||
| Requirements | |||
| Fees: | $8.50 per hour * subsidies may be available | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Adults with memory impairments (Alzheimer's disease and related dementias) living in the community, and their family caregivers * must have a valid OHIP card * must be independent with toileting * must not require physical assistance with transfers or lifts * must be able to take medication independently * must not have been considered eligible for crisis placement in a long-term care home by Ontario Health atHome | ||
| Application: | Call | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Niagara Region | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: | 905-984-2621 | ||
| Toll-Free: | 1-877-212-3922 | ||
| Fax: | 905-984-6409 | ||
| Email: | info@niagararegion.ca | ||
| Website: | www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/community-prog... | ||
| Address: |
Campbell East 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, PO Box 344 Thorold, ON L2V 3Z3 |
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| Intersection: | Schmon Pkwy and Sir Isaac Brock Way | ||
| Location: | Thorold (Port Robinson West—St John's—Rural) | ||
| Hours: |
Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm Services: By appointment |
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Respite Companion Program - Brochure |
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This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 11/18/2024 |
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