WoodGreen Community Services - Community Care Unit

Program:

Community Care Unit

Organizations:

WoodGreen Community Services

Phone Numbers:

416-572-3575
Intake Worker: 416-645-6000 ext 1262

Fax:

416-466-0408

Email:

cccentralintake@woodgreen.org

Website:

www.woodgreen.org

Address:

815 Danforth Ave, Main Fl
Toronto, ON
M4J 1L2

Intersection:

Jones Ave and Danforth Ave

Location:

Toronto (Blake-Jones)

Accessibility:

Partially Accessible

Accessibility Notes:

Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance * easy access to elevator * wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door * street parking - not designated

Hours:

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Executives:

Irina Sytcheva - Director, Mental Health, Addictions and Developmental Services
416-645-6000 ext 2525 * isytcheva@woodgreen.org
Dorothy Quon - Vice President, Community Care Unit
416-645-6000 ext 1919 * dquon@woodgreen.org

Service Description:

Supports for children, youth, adults, older adults, and seniors * Integrated approach to physical, mental health, and social determinants of health * Progams focus on improving health and wellbeing and promote independence and dignity * Services include case management, psychotherapeutic counseling, supportive housing, adult day programs, assisted living services, meals on wheels, transportation, respite care, caregiver supports, friendly visiting * System navigation support and referral to other services

Assisted Living Services 24-hour on-site personal care and support services for older adults and adults with disabilities

Community Group Exercise Classes for Older Adults Community group exercise classes for older adults and people with mobility issues * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls

Crisis Outreach Service for Seniors (COSS) A partnership between Woodgreen, LOFT, Reconnect, South Riverdale Commnity Health Centre and Haven Toronto * trained professionals providing crisis assessment, intervention and support * 6-8 weeks of case management and counseling support to deal with crisis * advocacy, service navigation, harm reduction, health assessments and linkages to primary care through dedicated Nurse Practitioners and behaviour support through behaviour consultants

Financial Empowerment Services Education, counselling and support to low-income members of the community

Friendly Visiting and Medical Escort Program Regular volunteer visits to older adults and people with disabilities who live alone * one-on-one socialization * companionship

Meals on Wheels Hot or chilled western and Chinese meals delivered around 11:30am-1:15pm Mon-Fri * special diet types available * meals consist of protein, starch, soup, bread and margarine and dessert

Respite Care Temporary relief for caregivers of people with complex medical conditions

Social Work and Full Circle Programs Team of psychogeriatric specialists provide in-person community-based case management and supportive counselling services * case management offered for an average of 6-18 months with regular assessments

Social Work Program Team of psychogeriatric specialists provide in-person community-based case management and supportive counselling services * case management offered for an average of 6 weeks – 6 months with regular assessments

Toronto Seniors Helpline Services:

crisis de-escalation and supportive counseling by phone
risk and safety assessment
assistance with age-related cognitive, mental health and addiction crises
information and referral to local services and supports
information and referral for community support services such as adult day programs for frail seniors or those with dementias, case management, congregate dining, foot care, home help, hospice care, meals on wheels, medical escort, nursing, respite care for caregiver relief, security checks, shopping assistance, transportation
intake for COSS (Crisis Outreach for Service)
intake point for Behaviour Support Outreach Teams

Services and Programs:

Fees:

Varies per program

Application:

Call or email CCU Central Intake for referral

Eligibility - Population(s) Served:

Varies per program

Languages:

English

Area(s) Served:

Toronto

About Us

WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, delivering integrated programs from physical, mental health and disability services to affordable housing and pathways to employment. For 85 years, we have worked with communities to improve health and wellbeing for seniors, single mothers, newcomers and youth, creating new opportunities to thrive.

This information was last completely updated on: 4-8-2024

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