Referral required * physician or health care agency
Eligibility / Target Population
Must qualify for services * must have internet or telephone access
Fees
Covered by OHIP
Languages
English ; French
Language Notes
Designated for the provision of French language services
Area Served
North East Ontario
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Offers a new way of monitoring and supporting individuals with congestive heart failure (CHF) and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) from their homes
provides individuals with equipment/kits necessary to measure vital signs and health information
equipment/kits are delivered and set up at the individual's home by a technician who also provides training
individuals submit daily health status updates
nurses monitor the data and take action if the numbers or the individual's responses to a list of questions indicate a need for intervention
provides health coaching sessions with all individuals on a weekly basis