Resize text:

Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers

Program:	Older Adult Services
Organizations:	West Neighbourhood House - Toronto - Ossington - Community Services
Phone Numbers:	Office: 416-532-4828 Seniors Intake: 416-532-7586 ext 146
Email:	info@westnh.org
Website:	www.westnh.org/olderadults/
Address:	248 Ossington Ave Toronto, ON M6J 3A2
Intersection:	Ossington Ave and Dundas St W
Location:	Toronto (Trinity-Bellwoods)
Accessibility:	Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Notes:	Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall
Hours:	Administration: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm * program times vary
Service Description:	Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * referral to other community services   Adult Day Program for Frail Seniors Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for frail elderly adults in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care   Adult Day Program for Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease and/or Dementia Offers social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care   Caregiver Support One-on-one and group support, as well as counseling for caregivers and families * family counselling * crisis intervention * support groups * training and education   Case Management Assessing, planning and coordinating services to meet a senior's needs, goals and expected outcomes * service may be provided at a older adults home or another location * advocacy to assist older adults or caregivers in accessing needed services   Client Intervention and Assistance Intervention and support to help people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse or isolation * referrals to other community support services as necessary * locating health care services and financial benefits * case management * counseling * advocacy * housing and placement * emergency assistance and support to caregivers * social provide in-home and in-office assessments * short term and long-term planning   Congregate Dining Social activities and a hot meal * activities can include games, crafts, and physical activities   Elderly Persons' Centres (EPCs) Offers a variety of activities in the diverse community * older adults meet to socialize and take part in activities offered in English, Portuguese and Vietnamese   Friendly Visiting Regular volunteer visits and/or phone calls to seniors and people with disabilities who live alone, to provide companionship and reassurance volunteers promote companionship and support through one-on-one home visits and/or other regular phone calls to seniors in the community program participants engage in social media activities to connect with family members and to broaden their network of friends and support systems provided in several languages depending on volunteer resources available facilitation of language learning and social clubs and special celebrations   Health Action Theatre by Seniors Social, recreational, and educational activities * can include crafts, cards, educational lectures, and outings * promotes positive problem-solving * culturally sensitive   Health Promotion and Education Program designed to provide education and health related activities/services that promote wellness for older adults and the aging process to caregivers, students and volunteers   Home at Last Program (HAL) Help older adults leaving hospitals to arrive home * offer clients additional support for up to 12 weeks after transitioning home from hospital   Home Help or Homemaking Assistance with daily chores such as laundry, light housekeeping, errands, essential grocery shopping, meal preparation and personal care * service is offered weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or seasonally   Meals on Wheels Hot meals delivered around 12 noon Mon-Sat or chilled meals delivered on Wed and Fri * special diet types available. Chinese and South Asian meals available.   Parkdale Assisted Living (PAL) A service that provides on-site support services to help older adults and people with disabilities with their daily activities   Respite Care Temporary relief for caregivers of people with complex medical conditions   Seniors Active Living Centre Community centre for older adults   Transportation Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments and regular activities such as grocery shopping and banking * volunteer drivers
Fees:	Senior Program Fees
Application:	Call for intake
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Older adults 55 years and older and adults with disabilities
Languages:	English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Portuguese ; Vietnamese
Area(s) Served:	North to Bloor St, south to Lake Ontario, west to Roncesvalles Ave and east to Yonge St, including Toronto Islands
This information was last completely updated on: 9-12-2024
Update Service Profile
© 2025, Ontario Health atHome