Enabling People to Stay in their Homes Longer by Promoting Independence

Older adults and people of all ages with complex medical conditions can often stay in their own homes longer with the right supports. By connecting community members and health professionals with more than 500 home care and community support services and programs, we are helping people remain happy, healthy and independent at home as long as possible.

Une femme âgée portant des lunettes et un masque regarde un téléphone portable.

ABOUT HOME HEALTH CARE

Services Available at Home

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une personne sur fond blanc.

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Personal support workers play a vital role within our health system by providing people with the care and supports they require, in the comfort of their own home.

Request Service
Un dessin en noir et blanc d'un stéthoscope sur fond blanc.

In-Home Nursing

Home-based care for patients, typically in the form of follow-up treatment post-discharge from a hospital or other medical care environment.

Request Service
Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une mallette sur fond blanc.

In-Home Therapy

Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social work and other types of therapy can be accessed in the comfort of a person’s home.

Request Service

Types of Home Health Care

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une seringue sur fond blanc.

Medically Complex

Home health care for end of life, cancer, or other complex medical care.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une baignoire avec une pomme de douche.

Senior Continuing Care

Home-based care for frail seniors who need daily assistance.

Un fond blanc avec quelques lignes dessus

Home Care for Children

Care designed especially for children with complex medical needs.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une personne sur fond blanc.

Adult Continuing Care

Long term home health care for adults with disabilities.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'un stéthoscope sur fond blanc.

Short Term Care

Home visits for acute short term needs such as wound care.

Un dessin en noir et blanc de la tête d'une personne avec un cerveau à l'intérieur.

Cognitive Care

Home care for monitoring, and treating cognitive impairments. 


ABOUT COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

Services Available in the Community

Un dessin en noir et blanc de deux mains se serrant l'une l'autre.

Support Groups

Support in a group setting for caregivers, stroke survivors, grief support and more.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'un plateau avec un couvercle sur fond blanc.

Meals and Food Security

Help stay nourished with services such as meal delivery and group dining.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une maison avec une flèche pointant vers le haut.

Home Support

Stay safe and healthy at home with housekeeping and home maintenance.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'un bus sur fond blanc.

Transportation Services

Get accessible transportation to and from non-urgent medical appointments.

Un dessin en noir et blanc d'une horloge sur fond blanc.

Day Programs and Respite

Caregivers can get a break with specialized day programs and activities.

Un dessin en noir et blanc de deux carrés sur fond blanc.

Exercise Programs

Active wellness programs such as seniors gentle exercise and aquafit.

GETTING STARTED

How to Request a Service

Search for Services

Search our network of over 70 home care and community support services providers to see what is available near you.

Search Services

Request a Service

Select a service near you to learn more about the program, book an appointment, or contact a provider directly.

Une flèche noire pointant vers la droite sur fond blanc.

Confirmation

Once a request has been sent you will receive an email confirmation. The home care or community support provider will connect with you with next steps. 

Une flèche noire pointant vers la droite sur fond blanc.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I become a home care patient?

    To become a patient, you must participate in an initial assessment to help evaluate your needs and determine whether home and community care or other services are right for you. To get started, we need a referral. You can refer yourself, or a referral can be made by your doctor, nurse, community service provider or other health-care professional. A referral can also be made by a family member, a friend or a neighbour. A simple call to 310-2222 gets the process started.

  • How do I know what services I need?

    Once you are referred to us and become a patient, you will be assigned a Care Coordinator. They will call you to provide an assessment, meet with you in your home environment and help determine what services and supports you may need. 

  • What is a care coordinator?

    Care Coordinators are regulated health professionals with expertise in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech therapy, who work directly with patients in hospitals, doctor's offices, communities, schools and in patients' homes.

  • How much does home care cost?

    Home care costs vary based on the type of services being provided and their frequency. However, most services have no cost attached. 


    Services such as; transportation, meal delivery, homemaking, and Adult Day Programs have a user fee attached.