North Huron Office
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131 John St E
Wingham
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Toll-Free: 1-877-502-8277
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Last update: Sep 12, 2023: Suggest an edit
Application
No referral required * to register for services call Huron Perth Community Support Services 1-844-482-7800

Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Older adults and people with disabilities, who need physical, social, or emotional supports

Fees
Varies per program

Languages
English

Area(s) Served
Huron County and area

Accessibility
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Description of Services:
Provides a range of programs for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible
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  • Adult Day Services Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for older adults, adults with special needs, and adults with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementia in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care
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  • Assisted Living Provides on-site personal support services to eligible individuals
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  • Exercise and Wellness Programs include blood pressure checks (CHAP - Cardiovascular Health Assessment Program), health education, group exercise classes, in-home one-on-one exercise programs * held in various locations * view agency website for locations and times
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  • Foot Care Basic and advanced foot care provided by nurses with a certification in advanced foot care at community clinics * foot care includes care of corns, calluses, nail cutting, ingrown nails, thickened nails, advice on proper foot wear needs, and foot care education
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  • Friendly Visiting and Telephone Reassurance Friendly Visiting - Regular volunteer visits to older adults and people with disabilities who live alone or are identified as someone who would benefit from this program * volunteers are matched one to one with older people
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  • Home At Last Program Assists older adults with transitioning from hospital to home
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  • Home Help Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, cleaning, yard work, errands, shopping, and meal preparation * trained staff visits are scheduled to work with client's schedule and preferences
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  • Meals on Wheels Hot meals delivered Mon-Fri 11:30am-1pm in Exeter, Goderich, Clinton, Seaforth and Stratford, Wingham and rural areas in Huron County * special diet types available
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  • ONE CARE Lifeline Emergency Response Medical alert system * allows older adults and people with disabilities to call for assistance using a help button * 24-hour emergency response
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  • Personal Support and Homemaking Services Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, pet care, errands, shopping, and meal preparation * service providers visit weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or seasonally
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  • Respite Overnight relief for caregivers of older adults, frail elderly and those with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias * accommodations are offered for either one or two nights at the Wingham and Goderich Adult Day Centres from 10am Thu to 3pm Sat * trained staff provide assistance with activities of daily living, personal care and structured activities in a safe environment
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  • Transportation - EasyRide Non-emergency transportation to local medical appointments and regular activities such as personal errands and social activities * volunteer drivers * wheelchair accessible vehicles available
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  • Wingham Dining for Seniors Group meal, social activities, entertainment and education * call in advance for information and to register
Last update: Sep 12, 2023: Suggest an edit

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