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Program:
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Independence at Home Community Outreach Team
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Phone Numbers:
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416-597-3422 ext 3065
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Crisis:
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Call 911 in emergencies
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Fax:
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416-597-7066
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Address:
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550 University Ave
Toronto, ON
M5G 2A2
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Intersection:
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University Ave and Gerrard St W
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Location:
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Toronto (Kensington—Chinatown)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * tone elevator, lowered buttons * designated and street parking close to entrance
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Service Description:
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Referrals to and provision of services for older adults seeking home and community care supports to stay independent * team may connect clients with inpatient and outpatient options, home care and support services, or specialized geriatric services, as well as help client navigate health care system and access caregiver support * team includes a nurse, social worker, pharmacist, geriatrician, and an Ontario Health atHome Care Coordinator
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Medical referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Adults 65 years and older who sense a decline in function at home and would like to improve, are interested in home and community supports to stay independent, or are homebound and would benefit from specialized geriatric care in the home * must live in catchment area
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Toronto (south of St Clair Ave and O'Connor Dr, west of Greenwood Ave, and east of Dufferin St)
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Last Updated:
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7/29/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=189228
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