Community Care Northumberland

Application

No referral required - Call

Eligibility / Target Population

Dependent on program

Fees

Some nominal fees may apply

Executives

Trish Baird - Chief Executive Officer
705-653-0955 * t.baird@commcare.ca

Contacts

Leiann Peart - Program Coordinator
l.peart@commcare.ca

Languages

English

Area Served

Northumberland County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

Nutrition, transportation, in-home and wellness services to support the health and well-being of people in Northumberland County

Friendly Visiting Volunteer provided on a one to one basis to visit on a regular basis * visit activities may be playing cards, walks, crafts, conversation * volunteers are screened * can provide service for persons with dementia
Home At Last - Hospital Transition Program Transitional supports when being discharged from hospitals in Northumberland County
Home Help and Maintenance Program Assistance with light cleaning * shopping * meal preparation
Hospice Palliative Care Program - Visiting Hospice Service Trained volunteers provide emotional, psychological, spiritual and social supports
Meals On Wheels Nutritious hot or frozen meals are delivered during the noon hour by volunteers to the person's home * special diets can be accommodated
Personal Distress Alarms Medical alert system * allows older adults and people with disabilities to call for assistance using a help button * 24-hour emergency response
Specialized Transportation - Accessible and Rural Services Transportation to medical appointments, shopping and social activities and programs
Support and Care for Caregivers Assistance with the on-going responsibilities of caregivers who are caring for a loved one, friend or neighbor * peer support and discussion for caregivers and family and friends to share coping strategies and information on resources
Telephone Reassurance Calls Regular telephone contact provided in order to provide reassurance and arrange for assistance if necessary * normally short five minute calls at regular, prearranged times or when family and friends are away
Wellness Programs Social and recreational activities * program offerings vary