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Program:
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Elgin-St Thomas Office - Community Support Services
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Address:
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175 S Edgeware Rd
St Thomas, ON
N5P 4C4
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Intersection:
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S Edgeware Rd and Burwell Rd
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Hours:
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Administration | |
| Mon | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Tue | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Wed | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Thu | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
| Fri | 8:30am-4:30pm | |
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Executives:
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Debra Selwyn - Director, Home and Community Care
debra.selwyn@von.ca
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Service Description:
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Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes and community for as long as possible
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Alzheimer and Dementia Visiting
- Regular visits to people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, for respite and companionship by trained volunteers
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Caregiver Training, Information and Education
- Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives, safety issues, housing options, caregiver wellness and more
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Congregate Dining
- Monthly social activities * some events include a hot meal * activities can include games, crafts, and physical activities
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Hospice and Bereavement Services
- Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers living with a life-threatening illness at any stage of illness from diagnosis on
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Hospice Volunteer Visiting
- Trained volunteers provide support, respite and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers living with a life-threatening illness at any stage of illness
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Security Checks
- Regular visits and phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone * screened volunteers listen, talk, and help isolated people stay in contact with the outside world
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SMART Falls Prevention and Group Exercise Classes for Seniors
- Group exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and people with mobility issues and chronic conditions * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls
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Volunteer Visiting
- Regular volunteer visits to older adults and people with disabilities, who live alone * volunteers visitors are matched one-to-one with clients to provide companionship and support * visits may also include activities outside the home
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Application:
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Call * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Older adults and people with disabilities, who need physical, social, or emotional supports
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Area Served:
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Elgin County and area
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Map
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