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Carefor Health & Community Services
Site: Alexandria
Service: Glengarry Outreach Seniors' Services - Caregiver Support, Information and Education
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR1619 | Last Full Update: 10 Oct 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | OCR |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Alexandria |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Main St N and Elgin St E |
| Mailing Address | Box 1359 Alexandria, ON K0C 1A0 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm |
| Areas Served | North Glengarry |
| Eligibility | People who regularly provide physical, social, or emotional supports |
| Application | Call * no referral required |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Caregiver Training |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-525-4443 |
| Fax | 613-525-4557 |
| jlalonde@carefor.ca | |
| Website | www.carefor.ca |
| Social Media |    |
| Primary Contact | Jackie Lalonde, Team Leader |
| Alternate Contact | Celine Larocque, Program Coordinator; Email: clarocque@carefor.ca |
| Primary Executive | Jason Samson, Director of Operations; Phone: 613-932-3451; Email: jsamson@carefor.ca |
| Other Details | |
| Funding | Fees |
| Resources | Website |
Agency Overview
About This Agency
Home health care and support services provider
16 Agency Locations
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Alexandria
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1325 Gaultois Ave
Ottawa, ON K1C 6G5
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1750 Russell Rd, Suite 1100
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63 Agency Services
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Socialization and Mental Health Support Group for older adults * members are are provided with opportunities to socialize, develop friendships, and engage in leisure, education and wellness activities ... [More]
COVID-19 (2 Jun 2020) Adult Day Programs are suspended until further notice. Visit their website for additional information. Day away for people living with dementia. Clients enjoy a day of activitie ... [More]
Nursing services provided by registered nurses * enterostomal therapy * wound care * leg ulcers * foot care * palliative care * intravenous (IV) therapy * mental health * nursing services according to ... [More]
Weekend-long bereavement camp * campers participate in traditional camp activities combined with grief education and emotional support led by expert bereavement professionals and trained volunteers * ... [More]
Access to health care support at home or in the community * foot care clinics * wellness clinics and seminars * adult day program * caregiver support * homemaking services * respite care * client inte ...
COVID-19 (15 Apr 2020): Many services have been modified. See website for full list of changes. Meals on wheels and medical transportation are still offered; Diner's club is cancelled. Access to supp ... [More]
Cancer support group * professionally facilitated information * discussion and peer support
Adult day program * program structure is flexible and activities are tailored to the client's functional ability and interests Social time : day typically begins with a snack and conversation about li ... [More]
Adult day program * day of activities designed to enhance clients' well-being in a safe and supportive setting, while providing respite and support for care partners Day typically begins with coffee, ... [More]
Palliative care services * companionship * emotional support and scheduled respite for families/caregivers
Conference and meeting space for rent including 4 spacious meeting rooms * catering available * meeting equipment available for use including WIFI * projector * TV * DVD player * CD player * flip char ... [More]
Basic foot care provided by a nurse in the client's home or community clinics * foot care includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, ingrown toenail and filing and trimming of nails
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Glengarry Outreach Seniors' Services - Caregiver Support, Information and Education, Alexandria
Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues
Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues
One-on-one supports for coordinating services including personal advocacy, filling out forms, and income tax clinics * interventions for people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse, or is ... [More]
One-on-one supports for coordinating services, including personal advocacy and filling out forms * interventions for people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse, or isolation * referrals ... [More]
Group meals and social activities
Group meals and social activities
Basic foot care provided by a nurse in the client's home or in monthly community clinics * includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, and filing and trimming of nails
Basic and advanced foot care provided by a nurse in the client's home or at monthly community clinics * foot care includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, and filing and trimming of nails
Regular volunteer visits
Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, pet care, errands, shopping, and meal preparation * volunteers visit weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or seasonally
COVID-19 (April 16, 2020): Program still running Hot meals delivered daily * special diet types available
COVID-19 (9 April 2020): : This program is operating without any changes. Hot meals delivered daily * special diet types available
Referrals to local services such as snow removal, yard work, window washing, house cleaning, grocery shopping, and minor repairs
Regular phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone * checks are done by trained and screened volunteers
Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments * volunteer drivers
Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments * escorted transportation can also be arranged for people who require accompaniment for safety reasons * volunteer drivers
Access to support at home or in the community: meals on wheels * foot care clinic * wellness clinic * transportation * Diners Clubs * telephone reassurance * social and recreational activities * frien ... [More]
COVID-19 : Some programs are still offered: visit the website for information. Adult day program and home support services * meals on wheels, frozen meals available * foot care clinic * wellness clin ... [More]
Community support services * Meals on Wheels/transportation and congregate diners * income tax clinic * caregiver support (information and education) * client intervention and assistance * Elder Abuse ... [More]
One-on-one counselling and peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety ... [More]
One-on-one supports for coordinating services, including personal advocacy, filling out forms, and income tax clinics * interventions for people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse, or i ... [More]
Group meals and social activities * playing card * coffee club * exercise * shuffle board * quilting groups
Basic and advanced foot care provided by a nurse at monthly community clinics or in the client’s home * foot care includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, and filing and trimming of nails
Regular volunteer visits
COVID-19 (9 April 2020) Carefor Meals on Wheels programs remains fully operational. Call 613-774-6109 for assistance. This information is regularly updated on their Facebook page. Hot meals delivered ... [More]
Referrals to homemaking and respite care services, as well as local services such as snow removal, yard work, window washing, house cleaning, grocery shopping, and minor repairs
Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments * volunteer drivers
Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for older adults and adults with disabilities in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provi ... [More]
Group meals and social activities
Basic and advanced foot care provided by a nurse at monthly community clinics or in the client’s home * foot care includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, and filing and trimming of nails
Regular volunteer visits
Referrals to homemaking and respite care services, as well as local services such as snow removal, yard work, window washing, house cleaning, grocery shopping, and minor repairs
COVID-19 (April 16, 2020): Program still running Hot meals delivered Mon-Fri at lunchtime * special diet types available
Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments * volunteer drivers
COVID-19 (15 Apr 2020): Many services have been modified. See website for full list of changes. Meals on wheels is still offered; Diner's club is cancelled. * adult day program * Meals on Wheels * tr ... [More]
Program dedicated to people having a terminal illness and their family * managed by a registered health care professional assisted by a team of trained volunteers Day program: support group for emotio ... [More]
Access to health care support at home * respite * personal care such as bathing, grooming, dressing and exercise programs * meal planning and preparation * companionship, motivational activities and s ... [More]
A 16-bed licenced retirement home dedicated to the care of women with dementia * secure facility designed to make residents feel at home * high level of care, compassion, friendship and love * barrier ... [More]
COVID-19 (15 Apr 2020): Many services have been modified. See website for full list of changes. Meals on wheels and medical transportation are still offered; Diner's club is cancelled. Access to supp ... [More]
Day program * community support service which provides supervised activities for the frail elderly, persons with progressive cognitive disorders and dementias and respite for the caregiver
Community support service providing a nutritious meal within a community social setting at the Centre on pre-arranged days * social activities included with the dinner may include entertainment, guest ... [More]
Basic foot care provided by a foot care specialist nurse in the client's home or at monthly community clinics * foot care includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, and filing and trimming of nai ... [More]
Regular volunteer visits
COVID-19 (April 16, 2020): Program still running Hot meals delivered daily to the clients' home
Arrangement of services in the home on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or seasonal basis Services: Regular housekeeping * home maintenance repair * gardening * lawn maintenance
Regular phone calls or visits to check on the health and safety of people who live alone * checks are done by trained and screened volunteers
Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments * volunteer drivers
One-on-one supports for coordinating services, including personal advocacy, filling out forms, and income tax clinics * interventions for people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse, or i ... [More]
12-bedroom short stay and emergency respite residence A safe and supportive environment where guests can stay for a few hours or 24 hours a day, up to 90 days a year. The service is flexible and can p ... [More]
Home visits and telephone reassurance. Assessment of needs and establishment of a visiting plan * reminder of appointments, to take medication, or for socialization
Cancer support group * professionally facilitated information * discussion and peer support
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One-on-one supports for coordinating services including personal advocacy, filling out forms, and income tax clinics * interventions for people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse, or is ... [More]
Group meals and social activities
Basic foot care provided by a nurse in the client's home or in monthly community clinics * includes care of corns, calluses, fungal nails, and filing and trimming of nails
Regular volunteer visits
COVID-19 (April 16, 2020): Program still running Hot meals delivered daily * special diet types available
Regular phone calls to check on the health and safety of people who live alone * checks are done by trained and screened volunteers
Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments * volunteer drivers
Access to support at home or in the community: meals on wheels * foot care clinic * wellness clinic * transportation * Diners Clubs * telephone reassurance * social and recreational activities * frien ... [More]
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