Eldercare

Below you will find several government and public sector resources providing information on senior and adult care to properly address your family's specific needs and the options and alternatives available to address those concerns.

General Resources

Ministry of Long-Term Care
Informational web resources for seniors and their families, including homecare, retirement homes and long-term care homes.

Service Canada
Service for Seniors - Overview of programs and services for seniors including elder abuse awareness and the New Horizons for Seniors program.

Resources for Seniors
Available resources provided by the Canadian Government including benefits finder, caregiving and planning.

Aging well: information for seniors
Resources for seniors and caregivers in Ontario

Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility
Information on helping seniors stay independent, active and socially connected.

A guide to programs and services for seniors
Programs and services guide for seniors in Ontario

Caregivers

VON Canada
A not-for-profit home care service


Support Groups

Daya Counseling Centre
Community-based agency providing individual, couple, and family counseling for persons age 16+

SouthWesthealthline.ca - Care for the Caregiver
Listing of programs and support groups for caregivers

Housing Alternatives

South West Local Health Integration Network
Information and services on how to access home and community care

Ministry of Long-Term Care
Senior's Care: Home, community and residential care services and programs

SouthWesthealthline.ca - Residential Care
Listings for residential care, including long term care homes in Southwestern Ontario