HOME AGAINST ELDER ABUSE CAREGIVERS HOSPICE MUSKOKA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HOME AGAINST ELDER ABUSE CAREGIVERS HOSPICE MUSKOKA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CARE NEEDS |
THE CAREGIVER |
| Help for the Caregiver 18 | |
| Information About Specific Illnesses 18-19 | |
| Respite from Caregiving 19 | |
| What is Elder Abuse? 20 | |
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Socializing 11 |
Helpful Tips for Caregivers 20-21 |
| Long Distance Caregiving 22-23 | |
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Legal Advice 11-12 |
You Can Help a Caregiver 23 |
| Communicating with Agencies 23-24 | |
| Visiting the Doctor 24-25 | |
| Useful Telephone Numbers 25 | |
| Useful Internet Sites 26-27 | |
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24 Hour Supervision 14-15 |
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Navigation Aids |
A CAREGIVER IS...
A family member, friend or neighbour who provides care or assistance to a person (a child or adult ) who is disabled, chronically or terminally ill, frail or elderly. The family caregiver does not get paid for the services or assistance he/she provides and has not been formally trained to do so.
Note: This Guide contains information about services for adults, mainly seniors, and people with disabilities. For other information, please contact Community Care Access Centres.
The contents of this Guide are for information purposes only and do
not constitute medical, legal or other advice. Inclusion in this Guide
does not infer endorsement by the authors. All listings are not-for-profit organizations with suggested sources of other resources.
CAREGIVERS' SUPPORT NETWORK
is a partnership of these community organizations:
Caregivers Muskoka/Parry Sound provides education, training, information and social/emotional support to family caregivers. Services include monthly information meetings, educational workshops, telephone support, and community awareness presentations.
Hospice Muskoka serves the emotional and social needs of people of all ages facing life-threatening or terminal illnesses. Trained, visiting volunteers provide supportive care such as listening, companionship, simple comfort measures, relief for caregivers and bereavement support.
Muskoka Network Against Elder Abuse promotes prevention and awareness of elder abuse issues using a community protocol. Presentations are available to groups, agencies, and classrooms about types of elder abuse, phone scams, and Powers of Attorney.
The three organizations collaborate to produce weekly newspaper
columns, a newsletter, and this community resource guide. There is a
small lending library on site and a 1-800 information line.
This Resource Guide is available at public libraries in
Muskoka and Parry Sound and will also be mailed to you upon request.
You can contact any of the three organizations at:
Caregiver's Support Network
98 Pine Street
Bracebridge ON P1L 1N5
Phone: 1-800-777-2205 or 705-646-7677.
Fax: 705-646-2579
e-mail: caregive@muskoka.com
www.muskoka.com/caregiver
| COMMUNITY CARE ACCESS CENTRES (CCACs) |
Any individual may refer herself/himself or another person for assessment for In-Home Services and Placement Services (Funded by Ontario Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care).
In-Home Services (Home Care)
Work in cooperation with you and your family to promote health, comfort and independence by providing:
| Nursing Occupational Therapy Speech Language Pathology |
Physiotherapy Social Work Nutrition Counselling Homemaking for Personal Care (bathing help, etc.) |
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Muskoka-East Parry Sound CCAC |
1-800-263-2805 |
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Bracebridge |
645-6238 |
| Burk's Falls | 382-2361 |
| Gravenhurst | 687-7781 |
| Huntsville | 789-6451 |
| West Parry Sound CCAC | 1-800-440-6762 |
| Parry Sound | 746-9351 |
| Near North CCAC | 1-888-533-2222 |
| South River, Powassan, Loring, Restoule | 476-2222 |
Placement Services
Helps, guides and supports people and their families when placement
in a long-term care facility (nursing home) is needed.
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Muskoka-East Parry Sound CCAC |
1-800-263-2805 |
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Huntsville |
789-6451 |
| West Parry Sound CCAC |
1-800-440-6762 |
| Parry Sound |
746-9351 |
| SENIORS HOME HELP PROGRAMS |
The type of service, cost and financial assistance may vary between agencies. Services provided include:
| Friendly Visits Homemaking without Personal Care Meals on Wheels |
Telephone Assurance Transportation Home Maintenance Senior Luncheons |
Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Townships of Muskoka Lakes and Georgian Bay:
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Canadian Red Cross Home Support |
1-800-563-1054 |
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Bracebridge |
645-4567 |
Huntsville, Township of Lake of Bays:
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Muskoka Seniors Home Assistance |
1-800-550-7106 |
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Bracebridge |
645-4567 |
| Huntsville |
789-6676 |
East Parry Sound:
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E. P. Sound Community Support Services |
1-888-521-0000 |
| (sponsored by Eastholme) |
724-2005 |
| Port Loring Royal Canadian Legion Home Support |
757-2530 |
West Parry Sound:
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Belvedere Hts Community Support Services |
1-800-883-0058 |
| Parry Sound |
746-5602 |
Those listed are not-for-profit organizations, partially funded by the Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care. For other services:
Yellow Pages - Home Health Services & Supplies; Senior Citizens Services & Centres
| MUSKOKA-PARRY SOUND COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE |
Provides mental health crisis intervention, treatment, and community support (case management) services.
Senior's Mental Health Consultation Program provides early
detection and treatment of mental illness among the elderly.
Consumer/Survivor and Family Friends Programs provide peer
support, self-help, networking, outreach, resources, education,
advocacy and economic development.
Community Outreach Support Team offers intensive case
management services to people experiencing a serious and persistent
mental illness
Adult Protective Service provides case management support for
clients 18 years and older with a developmental disability.
Muskoka-Parry Sound Community Mental Health Service
1-800-245-5036
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Muskoka-Parry Sound Community Mental Health Service |
1-800-245-5036 |
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Bracebridge |
645-2262 |
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Gravenhurst |
687-6709 |
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Huntsville |
789-8891 |
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Parry Sound |
746-4264 |
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Sundridge |
384-5392 |
| Emergency After Hours | 1-800-461-5424 |
| THE FRIENDS |
Services - accessible housing, attendant services (personal support and homemaking services), outreach in an individual's home, work place, educational institution, and respite for persons requiring long term health care needs.
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The Friends |
1-888-746-5102 |
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Bracebridge |
645-3009 |
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Huntsville |
788-2575 |
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Parry Sound |
746-5102 |
Adult Day Away Program offers structured social and recreational activities in a group setting for elderly individuals or adults with physical disabilities - held in many1 communities.
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The Friends Adult Day Away Program |
1-888-259-6661 |
| MUSKOKA/PARRY SOUND HEALTH UNIT |
Programs, services and information on many health issues that affect seniors - flu shot clinics, injury prevention, wise use of medications, etc.. Ask to speak to a Public Health Nurse.
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Muskoka-Parry Sound Health Unit |
1-800-563-2808 |
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Gravenhurst |
684-9090 |
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Burk's Falls |
382-2018 |
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Huntsville |
789-8813 |
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Parry Sound |
746-5801 |
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Special Services for Physical Limitations &
Impairments |
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Assistive Devices Program |
1-800-268-6021 |
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Bell Canada Special Needs Centre |
1-800-268-9243 |
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CNIB - Muskoka |
1-800-563-0887 |
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CNIB - Parry Sound Call collect- |
705-472-2710 |
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Veterans Affairs Canada |
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Muskoka |
1-800-668-5308 |
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Parry Sound |
1-800-465-0111 |
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Arthritis Society Client Services Muskoka & Parry Sound |
705-645-8548 |
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RISE Centre for Independent Living |
1-800-634-6828 |
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Parry Sound |
746-6996 |
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Equipment Loans Many local service clubs have loan cupboards. Contact your local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, Rotary, Lions, Kinsmen, Masons, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, etc.
Yellow Pages - Hospital Equipment; Hearing Aids
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Nutrition Information |
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Meals on Wheels Programs - For a program in your area contact CCAC's |
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(For nutrition counselling) |
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Diabetes Education Programs: |
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Bracebridge |
645-8824 |
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Huntsville |
789-6633 |
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Parry Sound |
746-5461 |
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Food Preparation & Housekeeping |
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Yellow Pages - Home Health
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Housing - senior, family & disabled - subsidized & supportive housing, retirement homes |
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District Municipality of Muskoka Community Housing (Call collect) |
645-9261 |
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District of Parry Sound Housing Department |
1-877-767-6060 |
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Municipal Non-profit Housing (Rent geared to income and market rent): |
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Bracebridge |
645-3303 |
| Gravenhurst | 687-6795 |
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Huntsville |
787-0510 |
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Community Living Associations (Developmental Disabilities): |
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South Muskoka |
645-5494 |
| Huntsville | 789-4543 |
| Almaguin Highlands | 384-5384 |
| West Parry Sound | 746-9330 |
| Christian Horizons (Developmental Disabilities) | 789-1725 |
| The Friends (Physical Disabilities) | Page 7 |
Yellow Pages - Retirement Communities & Homes; Homes - Elderly People
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Socializing |
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Seniors Clubs: For one in your area call Caregivers' Support Network |
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Muskoka/Parry Sound Community Mental Health Peer Support Drop In Centres |
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Also local churches, seniors centres, municipal recreation departments, Royal Canadian Legions. Some retirement homes have seniors day programs.
Yellow Pages - Retirement Communities and Homes.
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Home Repair & Yard Work |
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Yellow Pages - Home Improvements
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Legal Advice (Powers of Attorney, wills, etc) |
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Lake Country Community Legal Clinic (serves Muskoka & Parry Sound Districts) |
1-800-263-4819 |
| Bracebridge | 645-6607 |
| Legal Aid Ontario | |
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Muskoka |
645-6622 |
| Parry Sound | 746-4011 |
| Office of the Public Guardian & Trustee | 1-800-366-0335 |
Yellow Pages - Lawyers
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Personal Care |
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Yellow Pages - Home Health Services & Supplies; Nurses
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Assessment for Physical/Mental/Self-Care Support |
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Arthritis Society Client Services Muskoka/Parry Sound |
705-645-8548 |
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Yellow Pages - Physicians
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Daily Contact |
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Many churches have lay visitors. |
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Dental, Hearing, Sight, Foot Care |
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Page 5 |
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McConnell Foundation (Financial Assistance) |
645-2231, Ext. 228 |
Yellow Pages - Audiologists (hearing); Chiropodists (foot care); Dentists; Denturists; Opticians, Optometrists (eye care).
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Terminal Illness Support |
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Canadian Red Cross Homemakers |
1-800-563-1054 |
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Bracebridge |
645-6233 |
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Almaguin Palliative Care Team |
636-5893 |
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Hospice Huntsville |
789-6878 |
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Hospice Muskoka |
646-7677 |
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Hospice West Parry Sound |
746-9321, Ext. 6297 |
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Near North Palliative Care Network |
1-800-287-9441 |
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Veterans Affairs Canada: |
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Muskoka |
1-800-668-5308 |
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Parry Sound |
1-800-465-0111 |
Yellow Pages - Home Health Services & Supplies; Nurses
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Grief/Bereavement Support |
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Almaguin Palliative Care Team |
636-5893 |
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Hospice Huntsville |
789-6878 |
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Hospice Muskoka |
646-7677 |
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Hospice West Parry Sound |
746-9321, Ext. 6297 |
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Near North Palliative Care Network |
1-800-287-9441 |
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Contact your local church or faith organization. |
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Yellow Pages - Marriage, Family & Individual Counsellors; Funeral Homes
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Caregiver Relief |
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| Veterans Affairs Canada | |
| Muskoka | 1-800-668-5308 |
| Parry Sound | 1-800-465-0111 |
Yellow Pages - Home Health Services & Supplies; Nurses; Retirement Communities & Homes
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24 Hour Supervision |
| Community Care Access Centres | Page 5 |
| Placement Services | Page 5 |
Yellow Pages - Home Health Services & Supplies; Retirement Communities & Homes
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Financial Assistance |
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McConnell Foundation |
645-2231, Ext.228 |
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Canada Pension Plan (Benefits) & Old
Age Security |
1-800-277-9914 |
| Veterans Affairs Canada | |
| Muskoka | 1-800-668-5308 |
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Parry Sound |
1-800-465-0111 |
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Assistive Devices Program |
1-800-268-6021 |
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Seniors Information Line - Medication Assistance for 65+ |
1-888-405-0405 |
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Trillium Drug Program - Medication Assistance for under 65 |
1-800-575-5386 |
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Ontario Ministry of Finance -
Tax Grants 65+ & Guaranteed Annual Income System (GAINS) |
1-800-263-7965 |
| Ontario Works (Income Assistance) for under age 65 | |
| Muskoka District |
1-800-461-4215 or 645-2412 |
| Parry Sound District |
1-800-461-4464 or 746-8886 |
| Ontario Disability Support Plan - for under age 65 | |
| Muskoka & Parry Sound Districts |
1-800-665-9718 or 645-8718 |
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Medical Monitors |
| Canadian Red Cross | 1-800-563-1054 or 645-4567 |
Yellow Pages - Medical Alarms
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Transportation |
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Huntsville Transit (Accessible bus) |
789-1751 ext. 0 |
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To book wheelchair space |
788-6365 |
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Para Bus - Burk's Falls |
382-3138 |
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Canadian Cancer Society (For people with Cancer) |
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Almaguin South |
386-2496 |
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Bracebridge |
645-8557 |
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Gravenhurst |
1-800-555-7922 |
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Huntsville |
789-9433 |
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Parry Sound District |
1-888-208-2125 |
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Sundridge South River |
384-5329 |
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A&P Bus - Bracebridge/Huntsville - for Information |
645-5431 |
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First Nations Services |
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Native Health Services |
746-5807 |
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Native Mental Health Program |
746-2512 |
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Substance Abuse (alcohol, drug) or Gambling |
| Addiction Outreach | 1-800-668-5192 |
| Bracebridge | 645-1311 |
| Parry Sound, Burks Falls, Sundridge | 746-7113 |
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Physical, Emotional and/or Sexual Abuse |
The Police should always be called in every situation where the
victim's life or immediate safety is in jeopardy or where they are
the victim of a criminal offense.
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Ontario Provincial Police Communications Centre |
1-888-310-1122 |
| If you suspect elder abuse contact the CCACs | Page 5 |
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Muskoka Interval House - for abused women and their children: |
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Bracebridge |
645-4461 or 1-800-461-1740 |
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Esprit Place-Crisis Centre - for abused women and their children: |
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Parry Sound |
746-4800 or 1-800-461-1707 |
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Muskoka/Parry Sound Sexual Assault Services: |
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Bracebridge |
646-2122 |
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Parry Sound |
774-9083 |
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South River |
386-1332 |
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24 Hour Sexual Assault Helpline |
1-800-461-2929 |
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PhoneBusters & SeniorBusters - phone fraud |
1-888-495-8501 |
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24 Hour Health Care Advice |
| Telehealth Ontario - 24 hour health information, advice and referral from Registered Nurses | 1-866-797-0000 |
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Help for the Caregiver |
| Information about aging, services for seniors and people with disabilities is available from these organizations. | |
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Yellow Pages - Marriage, Family & Individual Counsellors; Physicians
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Information About Specific Illnesses |
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Alzheimer Society - Muskoka & W. Parry Sound |
1-800-605-2075 |
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East Parry Sound |
707-495-4342 |
Specific organizations have information to share and some may have a support group in your area. (Such as cancer, diabetes, Parkinson's, arthritis, post-polio, multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue, schizophrenia, spinal cord, brain injury, stroke recovery, Lou Gehrig, epilepsy, Tourette's, etc) For information contact Caregivers Support Network - Page 4.
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Respite From Caregiving |
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Short Stay Beds at Long-Term Care Facilities (Nursing Homes) Contact Community Care Access Centres.. |
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Community Living Respite Program (Developmental Disabilities): |
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South Muskoka |
645-5494 |
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Almaguin Highlands |
384-5384 |
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West Parry Sound |
746-9330 |
Yellow Pages - Home Health Services; Nurses; Retirement Communities & Homes; Homes - Elderly People; Nursing Homes
When dealing with older adults, you might encounter situations that could be considered as elder abuse. It is important to know what elder abuse is in order to prevent it or report it.
Physical Abuse:
- direct infliction of physical pain or injury, shoving, slapping, pinching, hitting, kicking, restriction of freedom, movement, or affection and over/under medication abuse. Sexual abuse.
Psychological Abuse:
- socially isolating, insulting, threatening, yelling at, withholding affection and denying privileges.
Financial or Material Abuse:
- theft, by a relative or paid caregiver, of money or object of value belonging to the elder, forging signatures, misuse of money, withholding funds.
Neglect:
- failing to provide necessities of life such as adequate heat, food, clothing, cleanliness, providing inadequate supervision.
HELPFUL TIPS FOR CAREGIVERS
You are not alone; there are many others in your community who are also care giving. It will help you to share your questions, feelings, and joys about caregiving.
Take time for yourself, so that you stay healthy. If you become ill, who will care for your loved one?
Have a backup plan for care in case you are sick; for example, friends or relatives who can be called in on short notice or an emergency.
Keep a diary or notebook to help you remember changes in health status, events, appointments.
Help the person remain independent by letting them do as much as they can for themselves.
Become familiar with the services available in your community. Ask for help; you may be surprised at how much help is available.
Be informed about the person's medical condition; being prepared can reduce stress.
Know the physician, pharmacist, dentist and other service providers in your area.
Have a list of the person's medications on hand in case of emergency.
Have a list of emergency and frequently called numbers, in bold print, by the person's telephone.
Become familiar with legal issues: wills, Power of Attorney (financial and personal care).
Remember: YOU ARE NOT ALONE, HELP IS AVAILABLE. THIS RESOURCE GUIDE CAN HELP YOU FIND IT.
LONG DISTANCE CAREGIVING
Many adult children live miles from their elderly parents. Here are some ideas to help close that gap and bring peace of mind.
Establish a routine time for telephoning.
Exchange telephone numbers with your relative's neighbours.
Make yourself known to professionals involved in your relative's care: physicians, their staff, home care case managers, pharmacist, family lawyer, bank manager, faith leader and make sure they know how and where to reach you.
Register your parent in available security check programs: Telephone Assurance; Letter Carrier Alert; electronic medical protective devices.
When you visit your parent, observe their physical and mental health. Check on conditions such as cleanliness of bed linens, clothes, kitchen and bathroom; quantity and quality of food and medications; safety factors such as smoke detectors, loose carpets, obstacles and steps where falls could occur.
Find out what community services are available to help your relative, such as transportation, friendly visiting, meals on wheels, seniors luncheons, day away programs, respite, recreation activities through seniors centres, homemaking, and home maintenance.
Discuss the available services with your relative and siblings. Talk about what your relative would accept - now and in the future if their health changes.
Plan for emergencies. Leave a key to your parent's home with a trusted person for quick access.
Have a "communication book" in the home where all care providers can note concerns or questions. This will help keep you informed.
Prioritize tasks that you want to accomplish with each visit, such as people to talk to and things to do.
If a sibling has responsibility for caregiving your relative, offer emotional support and financial assistance (if possible) to give them a break.
Community Care Access Centres in Ontario provide information about health care and other services available in the home and community. Similar organizations exist in other parts of Canada. Public libraries, seniors clubs or community information centres are also good sources.
Working together with your relative and other family members can help to ease the strain of living far apart.
YOU CAN HELP A CAREGIVER
Listening is the most important thing you can do for a caregiver.
Give the caregiver a break by offering to stay with their loved one.
Invite the caregiver to go out.
Offer specific help, such as shopping, yard work, meal preparation.
Don't give advice unless it is asked for.
Be supportive of decisions the caregiver makes.
COMMUNICATING WITH AGENCIES
Have your diary/notebook handy. Write your questions ahead of time.
Record name and extension of the resource person and write down comments/impressions.
Have personal numbers handy: Old Age Security, Ontario Health Card, Social Insurance...
Be patient; you might have to repeat your story, or you may be put on hold or transferred. Finding the right answer/person may take longer than expected.
Be specific - polite but firm. Speak up... never assume others know what you need.
Phone in the morning or right after lunch.
Do not apologize for asking for help. Asking for help is a sign of strength.
If you have to go for an interview or a meeting, ask what you need to bring. Ask also if the person makes home visits.
VISITING THE DOCTOR
(Adapted from Lifeline Connections, Vol. 5, No. 1, January 1998)
Write it down: Before seeing your doctor, and when you're relaxed and clearheaded, write down a list of what you would like to talk about. For instance, you might note that you have had a bad cough for two weeks. Then list what you've noticed, such as the fact that you don't have a fever, or that your cough syrup doesn't work. If you get sidetracked during your visit, just go back to your list and keep asking questions until they are all answered.
Ask for Explanations: If you are confused by your doctor's medical talk, ask him/her to explain it until you understand. It's a good idea to repeat in your own words what you think the doctor said, so the doctor knows you understand.
Take Notes: Bring a small note pad or even a friend with a good memory. If the doctor gives you the name of your condition, write it down so you can be sure you'll remember when you get home. If medication is prescribed, note exactly when and how much you're supposed to take. If you are told to avoid certain foods, write them down. If you are being referred to a specialist, jot down their name, address and phone number. Make sure you know why you're being referred, and the type of specialist.
Bring your medication: Every once in a while, it's a good idea to put everything you're taking, including over-the-counter drugs like aspirin, vitamins, supplements and herbal medicines in a bag to show the doctor. Then ask whether you really need to take all of them.
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS
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Literacy Society of South Muskoka (Gravenhurst) |
687-9323 |
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Muskoka Literacy Council (Huntsville) |
788-1850 |
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E. Parry Sound Literacy Council |
1-800-465-9500 or 386-0764 |
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Ontario Seniors' Secretariat Information Line |
1-888-910-1999 |
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Ombudsman Ontario |
1-800-263-1830 |
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Retirement Home Complaints Response and Information Service: |
1-800-361-7254 |
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Government of Ontario - Consumer Services Bureau |
1-800-889-9768 |
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Government of Ontario - Information & Privacy Commissioner |
1-800-387-0073 |
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Government of Canada Information |
1-800-622-6232 |
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Government of Ontario Information |
1-800-267-8097 |
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Lawyer's Referral Service |
1-800-268-8326 |
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Heart & Stroke Health Line |
1-888-473-4636 |
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Advocacy Resource Centre for the Handicapped |
416-482-8255 |
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Northern Health Travel Grant Program |
1-800-461-4006 |
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Centre for the Financial Services OmbudsNetwork (for problems |
1-866-538-3766 |
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Ontario Government Information Centre |
1-877-817-6636 |
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Huntsville |
789-4616 |
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Gravenhurst |
685-2 Muskoka Road North |
USEFUL INTERNET SITES
Caregiver Support Network
Muskoka-Parry Sound Health Unit
Algonquin Health Services
Muskoka Resource Diverse Links - Municipal, District
Ombudsman Ontario - complaints about Ontario Government Services
The Canadian Seniors Policies and Programs Database:
Federal Government Programs:
For accurate, current & comprehensible health information
Don Mills Foundation for Senior Citizens - Information for Caregivers
Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario
Alzheimer Society
Arthritis Society
Canadian Cancer Society
Canadian National Institute for the Blind
Canadian Diabetes Association
Kidney Foundation of Canada
Osteoporosis Society
Parkinson Society Canada
Canadian Health Network (a partnership of more than 500 non-profit organizations that provide health care information)
Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes & Services for Seniors (online resource centre to help family caregivers)
Health Canada - Seniors
Services for People with Disabilities
Canada Customs & Revenue Agency (information on special tax deductions and credits for persons with disabilities)
Canadian Online Community for People with Disabilities
Canadian Women's Health Network
"One of my colleagues in the field of caregiving once said, 'There are only four kinds of people in this world:
- Those who have been caregivers,
- Those who currently are caregivers,
- Those who will be caregivers,
- Those who will need caregivers.'That pretty much covers all of us!"
Rosalynn Carter
From Catalyst Magazine, Spring 1995
Project Funding
Development and printing of this Guide was made possible through the generous support of the Ontario Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care, Muskoka-Parry Sound Community Mental Health Service, The Friends, Muskoka-East Parry Sound Community Care Access Centre, West Parry Sound Community Care Access Centre.
No official endorsement by the above sponsors of the listed agencies is intended or inferred. Exclusion from this document does not indicate lack of endorsement.
Permission to use the format for this guide was granted by the Caregivers of Seniors Program, Ottawa - Carleton Health Department