West Neighbourhood House - Toronto - Ossington - Community Services

Application

Call for intake

Eligibility / Target Population

Older adults 55 years and older and adults with disabilities

Fees

Senior Program Fees

Languages

English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Portuguese ; Vietnamese

Area Served

North to Bloor St, south to Lake Ontario, west to Roncesvalles Ave and east to Yonge St, including Toronto Islands

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessibility Note

Partially Accessible - Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall

Description of Services

Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * referral to other community services

Adult Day Program for Frail Seniors Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for frail elderly adults in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care
Adult Day Program for Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease and/or Dementia Offers social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care
Caregiver Support One-on-one and group support, as well as counseling for caregivers and families * family counselling * crisis intervention * support groups * training and education
Case Management Assessing, planning and coordinating services to meet a senior's needs, goals and expected outcomes * service may be provided at a older adults home or another location * advocacy to assist older adults or caregivers in accessing needed services
Client Intervention and Assistance Intervention and support to help people facing homelessness, critical life changes, abuse or isolation * referrals to other community support services as necessary * locating health care services and financial benefits * case management * counseling * advocacy * housing and placement * emergency assistance and support to caregivers * social provide in-home and in-office assessments * short term and long-term planning
Congregate Dining Social activities and a hot meal * activities can include games, crafts, and physical activities
Elderly Persons' Centres (EPCs) Offers a variety of activities in the diverse community * older adults meet to socialize and take part in activities offered in English, Portuguese and Vietnamese
Friendly Connections Volunteer visits and/or phone calls to seniors and people with disabilities who live alone, to provide companionship and reassurance
- volunteers promote companionship and support through one-on-one home visits and/or other regular phone calls to seniors in the community
- program participants engage in social media activities to connect with family members and to broaden their network of friends and support systems
- provided in several languages depending on volunteer resources available
- facilitation of language learning and social clubs and special celebrations
Health Action Theatre by Seniors Social, recreational, and educational activities * can include crafts, cards, educational lectures, and outings * promotes positive problem-solving * culturally sensitive
Health Promotion and Education Program designed to provide education and health related activities/services that promote wellness for older adults and the aging process to caregivers, students and volunteers
Home at Last Program (HAL) Help older adults leaving hospitals to arrive home * offer clients additional support for up to 12 weeks after transitioning home from hospital
Home Help or Homemaking Assistance with daily chores such as laundry, light housekeeping, errands, essential grocery shopping, meal preparation and personal care * service is offered weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or seasonally
Meals on Wheels Hot meals delivered around 12 noon Mon-Sat or chilled meals delivered on Wed and Fri * special diet types available. Chinese and South Asian meals available.
Parkdale Assisted Living (PAL) A service that provides on-site support services to help older adults and people with disabilities with their daily activities
Respite Care Temporary relief for caregivers of people with complex medical conditions
Seniors Active Living Centre Community centre for older adults
Transportation Non-emergency transportation to local and long-distance medical appointments and regular activities such as grocery shopping and banking * volunteer drivers

Older Adult Services