Searching for Hospice / Palliative Care

COVID19

• visit website for list of current changes and closures including visiting policies
• expanded virtual programming

Pediatric rehabilitation and complex continuing care hospital
Inpatient Services

• brain injury rehabilitation
• specialized orthopedic and developmental rehabilitation (SODR)
• complex continuing care
• Get Up and Go - pediatric pain service

Outpatient Services

• augmentative and alternative communication; writing aids service
• autism diagnosis and treatment services; Autism Assessment Diagnostic Hub
• brain injury rehabilitation, concussion centre
• cleft lip and palate/craniofacial service
• clinical seating
• creative arts and music therapy
• dental clinic - by referral by physician or dentist only
• feeding
• neuromotor and neuromuscular
• orthotics, prosthetics and myoelectrics
• respite
• snoezelen rooms for inpatients and the community
• spina bifida and spinal cord services
• swim programs
• therapeutic recreation and life skills
• youth engagement and employment programs

Early Learning and Development

• infant and child development consultation and early intervention
• consultative support to childcare centres on programming, occupational therapy and school transitions
• 2 nursery schools -- see separate entries

Adult Services

• orthotics
• prosthetics and myoelectrics
• swim programs

• health care monitoring
• 24 hour security monitoring service
• enrichment programs in recreation, leisure, social arts, entertainment and fitness
• scheduled transportation for local shopping
• weekly housekeeping
• weekly personal laundry
• weekly assistance with one bath/shower per week in resident suite
• medication administration
• general practioner and medical doctor available once a week

COVID19 -- Call or visit hospital website for updates on entryway restrictions, current visitor policies and appointment cancellations


Acute care hospital

Areas of Focus

• brain sciences - ALS, brain injury, stroke, dementias, mood and anxiety disorders, neurosurgery, sleep
• cancer care
• geriatrics including in home assessment, direct psychiatric services, counselling, support groups for patients and caregivers, falls prevention and referrals for seniors with mental health concerns
• heart centre
• trauma and burn centre
• veterans care - residential, dementia and palliative care
• women and babies -- obstetrics, gynecology, neonatal care, accessible obstetrical care for women with disabilities

Dental Clinic - full dental care for persons who are medically compromised or require specialized dental care, surgery or consultation including people with HIV/AIDS, hepatitis and people with developmental disabilities; referral required

Pregnancy and Infant Loss (PAIL) Network, 1-888-303-7245 -- see separate record

• three meals a day, snacks and refreshments
• emergency response pendant
• weekly housekeeping
• access to washer and dryer no charge
• extensive selection of social activities/events
• heat, hydro, water and tax included
• optional services at a fee

• three meals a day, snacks and refreshments
• 24 hours a day/7 days a week RPN services, emergency response pendants, 1 and 2 person transfer, hoyer lifts/mechanical lifts
• weekly housekeeping and laundry of linens and personal laundry, daily bed making, bathroom tidy and garbage removal
• extensive selection of social and recreation activities/events
• nutrition, mobility, continence level care and night check
• rehabilitation by Spectrum physiotherapy
• doctor visits
• GTA and reflections by Revera Montessori based memory care

Started to work in-person, but some programs are running remotely or hybrid:

• complementary therapies (online and in-person)
• children and youth support programs including Young Carers (online and in-person)
• bereavement one on one support and group support (one on one virtual only; group support in-person and virtual)
• caregiver one-on-one support and group support (online)
• daily programming for palliative clients (online)
• referrals to hospice programs outside catchment area

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Programs and Services

• practical assistance and personal care
• emotional and social support
• respite for caregivers
• complementary therapies
• children and youth support programs including Young Carers (see separate entry)
• bereavement support
• expressive arts group
• referrals to hospice programs

Community hospice care program

• visiting volunteers (palliative care by trained)
• case management, including Better Living home care services
• bereavement counselling, support groups, legacy work, expressive arts
• palliative care training and education programs
• complementary therapies
• mindful meditation programs
• exercise

• Low-income families
• Children at risk of neglect/abuse
• Isolated with limited to no support
• Struggling with Mental Health

• Safer Spaces: Hoarding Support
• Restored Home: Extreme Cleaning
• Connected Families: Parenting Support
• Helping Hands: Home Support for Families
• Respite and Renew: Caregiver Support
• Dietetics
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy
• Personal Care
• Physiotherapy
• Private Services
• Social Work Services
• Speech Language Pathology

• Children with Complex Medical Needs
• Chronic Disease Self-Management
• Dementia Care
• Palliative Care
• Virtual Care

• Connected Families: Parenting Support
• Helping Hands: Home Support for Familes
• In-Home Foot Care
• Respite and Renew: Caregiver Support
• Restored Home: Extreme Cleaning - London
• Restored Home: Extreme Cleaning - York Region
• Restored Home: Extreme Cleaning - Durham
• Safer Spaces: Hoarding Support - London
• Safer Spaces: Hoarding Support - York Region
• Safer Spaces: Volunteer Hoarding Support
• Safer Spaces: Hoarding Support,, Toronto

Multiservice community and home support agency

• meals on wheels
• adult day program
• dementia care residence
• supportive housing services
• home care
• homemaking
• case management
• information and referral
• transportation
• volunteer opportunities

Community Wellness Program

• Exercise and Social Programs, registration-based health promotion, recreational and social programs
• Meals on Wheels, Monday-Sunday, hot, frozen, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan meals and dairy-free meals, wellness bags (includes fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables)
• Farmers Market, summer food program, low cost

In-Home Services
Home help, respite care, caregiver relief

• Home at Last, hospital discharge assistance
• homemaking services

Transitional Care
Short term stays for patients leaving hospital who need support before moving back home or into long-term care

House Calls, physician-led interdisciplinary care for home-bound seniors

Supportive Housing

​​Services for residents at Montgomery Place, Moore Place, George Barker Manor, and Janet Magee Manor, Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation

• Ewart Angus SPRINT Home residential care home for seniors with dementia, see separate listing

Transportation

​For medical appointments, shopping, personal tasks, social activities

Lead agency for Toronto Ride

Assisted transportation for frail seniors and adults with disabilities in Toronto, in partnership with other community support service agencies

• health care monitoring
• 24 hour security monitoring and nursing
• recreation, leisure, social arts, entertainment and fitness programs
• weekly housekeeping
• weekly personal laundry (2 loads)
• weekly assistance with one bath/shower per week in resident suite
• medication administration and monitoring from the Wellness Centre
• enhanced care: 14 secure unit suites
• cuing
• meals plus refreshments throughout the day
• general practitioner and medical doctor available once a week

COVID19: call or check website before going for entryway restrictions, current visitor policies and appointment cancellations


Acute Care Hospital

• complex continuing care, inpatient rehabilitation
• emergency room care, see separate listing
• obstetrics, labour and delivery and neonatal care, pediatrics
• Family and Newborn (FAN) Clinic - midwife-led clinic for up newborns and parents up to 8 weeks portpartum for those who gave birth at Michael Garron or in their catchment area
• palliative care

Breastfeeding Clinic 416-469-6667

• counselling and support by lactation consultant and/or public health nurse
• no referral needed, but appointment required

Mental Health Programs

• child and adolescent programs, including transitional youth program and outpatient eating disorder clinic
• day and outpatient treatment, inpatient treatment
• prevocational rehabilitation (aftercare program)
• psychogeriatric program

Addictions

• Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinic -- 416-469-6580 ext. 2517, call for appointment or drop in (check website for schedule) - assessments, counselling, and prescriptions for medications that may help with lessening cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
• withdrawal management, see separate listing

Division of Toronto East Health Network

• pet friendly rooms
• housekeeping and personal/linen laundry
• 24 hour concierge
• recreation and leisure programs
• coffee shop
• yoga
• fitness centre
• registered nurse/registered practical nurse on duty 24 hours
• rehab by Revera physiotherapy program
• pedicures, manicures and foot care
• day trips
• town car to local appointments, complimentary valet parking

Seniors Wellness and Aging, Assisted Living Services (ALS) and Home and Cluster Care Services

​Full range of support programs to enable independent community living; support services include:

• personal care support - assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, other personal hygiene
• homemaking such as laundry, light housekeeping, grocery shopping
• meal preparation
• medication reminder and assistance (prescribed/pre-measured medications)
• 24-hour staffing which can respond to emergencies (except 9 Haldon Ave)
• social/recreational programs at some sites
• Cluster Care -- similar services for seniors living in group settings (6 sites)
• Cluster Care settings include a female-only residence, Chinese-language residences, English-language residences

Home at Last

• hospital discharge program for seniors to provide safe transition from hospital to home

Michael Garron to Home (MGH2Home)

• enhanced 90-day partnership program providing personal support worker (PSW), nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy support from Michael Garron Hospital discharge to home

Respite Care

• personal support workers provide relief to caregivers who support seniors in their home

Home Support

• personal support workers provide household support for seniors living at home

Right Place of Care

• personal care, security checks, light meal preparation and medication reminders for seniors living at home

Meals on Wheels

• volunteers deliver both hot and frozen meals to seniors
• safety checks upon meal delivery

Caregiver Support and Wellness

• registered social workers work with caregivers both individually and/or in groups to enhance their well-being
• explore self-care strategies, engage in creative activities, and connect with other caregivers and community resources

Exercise and Falls Prevention

• group exercises and falls prevention classes for seniors and people with disabilities living in the community

Seniors Day Programs

• recreational and therapeutic activities for older adults who are physically frail, socially isolated, have chronic health issues, memory loss and other cognitive impairments
• on-site support services include nursing, foot care, behavioural response and personal care

Transportation

• senior-friendly rides for those unable to use public transportation to day programs, medical appointments and group shopping trips
• also available to accompany seniors to medical appointments
• services provided in partnership with Toronto Ride

Visiting and Safety Services

• volunteers visit seniors for companionship and social support, safety checks

Offers individuailized support services, each tailored to meet the specific needs of clients in Ontario. Services include:

• behavioural/mental health support services
• respite services
• agency staffing

Multiservice agency providing a range of services for people with social and emotional problems, including counselling, information and referrals, supplementary financial assistance program (government assistance recipients), support groups, supports for assaulted women, in-home palliative care program, English conversation café for new immigrants, and parenting, mental health and wellness programs and workshops

• Pathways to Employment in partnership with JVS Toronto
• Restitution Services for Holocaust Survivors
• Holocaust Survivor Emergency Funding
• chaplaincy services
• speakers
• all services confidential

Café Europa monthly group for Holocaust survivors in partnership with Bernard Betel (see separate listing)

Children
Jewish child protective and family services investigates allegations of child neglect and abuse

• adoption and foster home services and recruitment
• file and adoption disclosure
• counselling
• big brothers and big sisters program
• homework club
• school outreach counselling program

Families
Includes individual, couple, family and group counselling, family life education and life skills programs

• financial assistance combined with poverty reduction counselling for persons on social assistance
• assistance maximizing benefits and entitlements, and finding employment and accommodation
• support for families with special needs children
• Family Resource Centres for pre-school and caregivers (see separate listings)

Woman Abuse Program
Individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, emergency financial assistance, and support groups

• Here to Help group program for children and their mothers
• advocacy and community outreach
• education and consultation
• referrals

Home services

• assistance with bathing, dressing, feeding, meals preparation
• friendly visiting, escort services

Homemaking

• light housekeeping
• shopping
• laundry

Respite care

• caregiver relief

Time exercise program

• fitness exercises
  

217-bed long-term care home * residential care for private rooms, semi-private rooms, and basic rooms * 24-hour nursing and personal care * access to a doctor and other health professionals * secure dementia unit

• bedding and furniture
• laundry and housekeeping
• meals
• personal hygiene supplies
• medical supplies and equipment (such as catheters, ostomy bags, or wound care supplies)
• assistance with medication and activities of daily living
• recreation and social programs

Additional services and facilities:

• foot care
• physiotherapy
• alternative therapies

Short-Stay Care (Public) - Short-stay beds (respite care for people who have caregivers in need of temporary relief) * publicly funded * offered up to 90 days per year, as available * residents have access to the same services as long-stay residents

• three meals a day
• weekly housekeeping and linen laundry
• 24 hour staffing
• RPN on duty 24 hours a day
• 24 hour personalized nursing support
• private courtyard garden
• scheduled doctor visits
• foot care and laboratory appointments
• fitness centre
• salon and spa services
• town car transportation
• coffee bistro on site
• recreational and leisure activities daily

COVID19

• call hospital switchboard or check website for changes to visitor policies and screening

Inpatient Programs

• complex continuing care
• post acute care rehabilitation
• palliative care (including respite care)

Outpatient Clinics

• foot clinic including general foot care, diabetic footcare, chiropody and wound management
• gerontology
• respirology including pulmonary function testing
• rheumatology
• sleep

Integrated Transitional Services, 160 Jarvis St, Alternative Level of Care (ALC) cares for patients with bariatric requirements awaiting placement in long-term care setting or transitioning back to community, and those with mental health or addiction issues who are stable but not yet ready to transition to the community

• independent or assisted living lifestyles
• three meals daily
• weekly or daily housekeeping
• health care staff available 24 hours a day
• visiting family doctor weekly
• fitness activities and recreational programs
• individual health care packages
• visiting physiotherapist, chiropodist and audiologist
• beauty salon and spa
• garden and three lounges
• small pets allowed