Supporting those with long term health care needs

SENIORS SERVICES PROGRAMS

Adult Day Away Programs:

The Adult Day Away Programs are flexible, community based programs for frail elderly, socially isolated and/or persons suffering from some form of age related dementia including Alzheimer’s.  These programs offer respite to caregivers and a safe, stimulating environment for participants. They also offer social and recreational activities in group settings for seniors and adults with physical disabilities (either living alone in the community or with a caregiver) that would benefit from a wellness oriented program which includes assessment and monitoring.  Benefits for participants include:

Programs are located in communities throughout the Districts of Parry Sound and Muskoka.

Respite Programs (including Alzheimer Overnight and Caregiver Respite) are designed for clients who have age related dementia or to provide respite to primary caregivers who require support so they may be away from the home overnight. These services can be provided anywhere, including in-home. Examples of services could include homemaking, personal care, attendant care, monitoring, supervision, activation, etc.

Caregiver Support Program:
If you are a caregiver, stressed by caring for your loved one, need more information about how to cope, you may find our Caregiver programs helpful. Education, peer support, group and one-on-one support help are available to help you maintain your wellbeing while caring for your loved one.

H. A. L. – Home At Last
HAL (Home at Last) is an Aging at Home initiative that enables a safe and smooth transition from hospital to home for frail at risk, elderly patients. These clients could be living alone, have an elderly caregiver, or family that is unavailable. HAL clients receive assistance with transportation, errands such as grocery or prescription pick-up, homemaking, and a complimentary ‘Meals on Wheels’ meal. These services are provided jointly by Simcoe County VON, Muskoka Seniors and The Friends.

SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAMS

The Respite Apartment Program: The Friends has one respite apartment:

Forest Hill Apartments, Parry Sound, Unit #1 The apartment has two bedrooms and is fully accessible for wheelchairs and other mobility aids.  It is equipped with appliances, furniture, bed linens, towels and cleaning supplies. A daily fee is charged for use of the Respite Unit.  Clients are required to bring their own:

24 Hour Assisted Living 
The 24 Hour Assisted Living program is for frail, elderly, high-risk seniors who require services to prevent long hospital stays, reduce unnecessary emergency room visits and/or avoid placement into Long Term Care prematurely. Seniors can reside safely at home and receive personal care, homemaking, meals, assistance with medications and safety checks on a scheduled and unscheduled basis, 24/7.

Outreach Program:
Personal support and homemaking services can be provided to the physically disabled through The Friends Outreach Program.  Attendant Outreach services can be provided in an individual’s home, work place, educational institution and/or The Friends Respite Unit.  These services include help with:

Seniors’ Homemaking Program:
What do you need to remain safe in your home? The Seniors’ Homemaking Program provides light housekeeping, meal preparation, meds reminders, security checks, and some personal care. Programs are designed to meet the needs of seniors who are able to direct their own care and who wish to remain independent in their own home.

Volunteer/Lifeskills Program:
The Friends provides life skills support as well as volunteer engagement.  Our volunteer program provides:

Accessible Housing:
The Friends owns and operates accessible housing in Parry Sound and Muskoka providing 24-hour supports in these environments. If you need accessible housing that provides 24-hour supports, call and ask for an application.

Attendant Services:
The Friends provides 24-hour Attendant Services to adults with physical disabilities in order to promote independent living. The services include: