Champlain Local Health Integration Network
Site: Pembroke - Cecilia St
Service: Geriatric Assessment Program
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: RCC0461 | Last Full Update: 09 Sep 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | RCC |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Pembroke |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Cecelia St and Bell St |
| Mailing Address | c/o Champlain Community Care Access Centre 1100 Pembroke St E Pembroke, ON K8A 6Y7 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Provides a comprehensive multidimensional screening assessment for seniors who are experiencing challenges related to the aging process * aims to improve quality of life * promote functional independence and autonomy * prevent or delay hospitalization/institutionalization (unless appropriate) * maintain seniors in their homes within a safe and supportive environment for as long as possible Consider a referral when: there is a recent sudden change in physical, mental or functional abilities, the reception of multiple medications and high risk drug side effects * major changes in support needs, caregiver stress, institutional placement being considered * safety concerns * increased use of health care services |
| Hours | By appointment only |
| Areas Served | Renfrew County |
| Eligibility | Ages: 65 year(s) and up Ages 65 and older |
| Application | Family physician, family member, nurse practitioner can refer and a trained Geriatric assessor from the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) will visit the client in their home and complete an initial multi-dimensional screening assessment incorporating aspects of physical, functional abilities and environment. * Collaboration with the senior and family or caregiver helps identify needs and determine appropriate action. An appointment will then be made to one of the clinics to be seen by a Geriatrician only when the family physician refers to the Geriatric Assessor. |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | None - Covered by OHIP |
| Service Categories | Dementia Evaluation ; Geriatric Assessment ; Geriatric Medicine |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-310-2222 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-421-2222 |
| Fax | 613-745-6984 |
| Website | healthcareathome.ca/champlain |
| Other Details | |
| Funding | Provincial - Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care |
| Accreditation | Yes, Accreditation Canada |