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Additional Hours |
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Expanded Hours |
Available daily for 15 clients * clients arriving at 9:30am can pre-arrange their stay until 6:30pm for a fully staffed and activity-based extended program with dinner served at 5pm |
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Overnight Respite |
Five overnight respite beds available on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights * clients not using the regular day programs can also be accommodated with certain conditions |
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Specialization |
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Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia |
Services customized to client’s skills, background, interests and abilities * staffing levels and physical environment allow programming to take place in smaller groups, and at the most appropriate level to the individual client’s abilities |
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Nutrition |
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Meal |
Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshments depending on the time period the client is present in the program * meals are prepared by our food services department and meet standards mandated for long-term care |
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Special Diet |
Diabetic, puréed or vegetarian meals may be requested |
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Health Care Assistance |
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Medication Assistance |
Registered nursing staff available on Mon-Fri from 8:30am-6pm and Sat and Sun 7:00am to 11:00pm to administer medication * prescription medication must be supplied in clearly marked pharmacy containers, or preferably in blister packs directly to program staff * families encouraged to keep the registered nursing staff informed of all changes in medication * delivery of the drugs by the clients themselves is discouraged |
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Mobility Assistance |
Staff trained in falls prevention and transfers * clients are welcome to bring their mobility aids, such as canes, walkers and wheelchairs |
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Incontinence |
Personal support workers assist clients with incontinence issues * incontinence products are to be provided by the client/caregiver * supplying a spare set of clothing to the program is recommended |
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Bathing |
Tub and shower available |
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Foot Care |
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Other |
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Secured Environment |
Program area is secured by magnetic locks that are released by a number pad * these locks automatically release in case of an activated fire alarm |
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Transportation |
Door-to-door transportation is available through the Boys’ and Girls’ Club within the London area and from Lambeth * buses transport clients to the programs at 9:30 am and 2:30pm and return them home at 3pm, 6:30pm and 8pm |
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