A support service which provides supervised activities in a group setting for the frail elderly as well as those with Alzheimer Disease and other progressive cognitive disorders or dementias of aging to assist them in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning, to prevent premature and inappropriate institutionalization and to provide respite and support for their caregivers. Service components will include transportation (if required), meals, supervision, exercise, music, fellowship, activities, and minor health care (for example, monitoring of medication).
Persons with Alzheimer Disease or other progressive cognitive disorder or dementia OR Age 55 or over AND Long term physical disability including heart disease, stroke or seizures, arthritis, breathing difficulties or impairment due to medication. Priority will be given to clients who are unable to participate in other community support activities because of their current health status and to clients whose caregivers have been identified as requiring regular relief from care giving responsibilities.
The Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington Community Care Access Centre (KFL&A CCAC) completes social, mental and functional assessments prior to determining if an individual is eligible for the Central Frontenac Community Services Corporation Adult Day Program.
Having determined eligibility, the KFL&A CCAC will make the referral and provide copies of the assessment to CFCSC.
Upon receipt of the referral and the assessments, the Long Term Care Services Coordinator will contact the potential participant to arrange a home visit to complete the application form and to provide information about the service.
The KFL&A CCAC will prioritize admittance to the Adult Day Service. In situations where immediate admission to the Adult Day Service will prevent premature or inappropriate institutionalization or is required because of a care-giving crisis, the Long Term Care Services Coordinator will make this home visit an immediate priority.
Clients must be able to move about and use the toilet with minimal assistance and be able to take pre-packaged medication when prompted. Clients who require lifts or two-person transfers, suctioning, or dressing changes will not be admitted to the program.
Caregiver Support provides caregivers with emotional support, and educational information in order to help the caregiver make informed care decisions. Caregiver services are available to a wide range of caregivers, including: spouses, adult children, any family member caring for another family member, or any neighbour giving care support to another neighbour. The majority of caregivers ask for help in complex care planning, dealing with loss, and coping with the emotional burden of care. In decision-making, the care-receiver is included as an equal partner.
Caregiver service is based on the Caregiver Bill of Rights:
As A Caregiver, I have a right...
Caregiver support services are available to a husband caring for a wife, or wife caring for a husband. Service is also available for adult children caring for a parent, any family member caring for another family member, or a neighbour caring for a friend. Service is provided for caregivers supporting a care-receiver in the home, in a care facility, or in a hospital. Service is normally provided in the caregivers’ home due to the rural nature of the catchment area.
Caregiver SUPPORT Services Provides:
Provides support and assistance to clients experiencing a sudden change in circumstances, may include preventing homelessness, financial support, food security, and liaison with more appropriate service providers.
Provides full-course, catered meals with the flexibility to meet varying dietary needs. For a cost of $10 per person, you will enjoy a wonderful mid-day meal, entertainment and transportation (if required). This is a great opportunity to meet new and old friends, enjoy some local talent, and learn what's up in our community.
This is a free service that provides social interaction, in person to those unable to get out much or that are new to the community.
Provides assistance with routine housekeeping or physically challenging activities required to maintain your home. Our Staff arrange for screened, insured workers to complete the jobs you need done. Home Helpers can come weekly or bi-weekly. The cost for this service is $12 per hour.
Offers a choice of 31 menu items. You choose what you eat and when you eat it! The meals provide 40% of your daily nutritional requirements including special diet needs. These meals can be heated in your microwave or regular oven. The main course meals cost $4.50 each. You can pick up your meals or have them delivered monthly.
Provides increased coverage for Caregivers receiving assistance from the Community Care Access Centre or for relief of Caregivers when periodic breaks are needed. Health care trained providers offer periodic or ongoing respite. The cost is $12 per hour.
Approved activities include ~ meal or snack preparation, assistance with toileting, assistance with dressing, assistance with bedtime and waking activities, supervision, reminders to take medicine, activities that could occur as the result of a clients condition, companionship.
There are some low impact activities for seniors such as Sittercise and Tai Chi. We offer Men's Social Club and plan many special events throughout the year.
Takes place each Tuesday morning at 9:30 AM in the Common Room of the MapleRidge Seniors building in Sydenham. This is a low impact exercise program that takes place in a chair. The program ends at 10:00 AM. There is no cost for this service, donations only.
Takes place each Wednesday at 10:00 AM at the Sydenham Legion and at 12:00 AM at the Perth Road Village Crafters Hall. This is a series of sitting and standing exercises that are noted to improve balance, circulation and flexibility. Work at your own pace and do only those exercises that are comfortable. There is no cost for this service, donations only.
Held each month from 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM for the cost of $2. Enjoy social conversations followed by a game of euchre for those interested. For those not interested in euchre or those unable to play please stay along for continued socialization and treats.
Trained Palliative Care Volunteers can offer support to clients and their families when facing a life-threatening illness.
Caring Friends are experienced community bereavement volunteers. Caring Friends provide support to the bereaved by offering practical advice on the grief process, and emotional support to help the bereaved cope with loss.
Caring Friends volunteers offer telephone reassurance, and in-home visits to the bereaved in this rural community.
Long Term Care Services Coordinator
Phone: 613-376-6477 or 1-800-763-9610