Mon-Fri 8am-5pm * on call staff are available during the weekend
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
Perth and area
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services:
Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible
Dining for Seniors
Group meals, free blood pressure clinics and social activities offered in various locations * call for locations
Exercise and Wellness
Focuses on seniors maintaining and/or improving their overall health
Foot Care
Basic and advanced foot care provided by a nurses certified in advanced foot care management * foot care includes care of corns and calluses, nail cutting, ingrown nails, thickened nails, advice on proper foot wear needs, and foot care education
Friendly Visiting and Telephone ReassuranceFriendly 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
Home At Last Program
Assists older adults with transitioning from hospital to home
Home Help
Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, heavy cleaning, yard work, errands, shopping, and light meal preparation * Home Help staff visits are arranged to work with the client's schedule and preferences, can be daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly
Meals on WheelsHot meals - Delivered Mon-Fri between 11:30am-1pm * special diet types available
Personal Support and Homemaking Services
Assistance older people and people with disabilities who are not eligible for Home and Community Care Support Services South West Region services and need help with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, and home maintenance activities * home help visits weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or seasonally
Transportation - EasyRide
Non-emergency transportation to local medical appointments and regular activities such as shopping, errands, and social activities * volunteer drivers * wheelchair accessible vans, cars, and taxis
Wheelchair Accessible
swosn@lhsc.on.ca
519-685-8500 ext 32462