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Program:
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Paediatric Symptom Management and Supportive Care
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Address:
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800 Commissioners Rd E
London, ON
N6A 5W9
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Map
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Intersection:
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Wellington Rd and Commissioners Rd E
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Hours:
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Emergencies: Daily 24 hours
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Service Description:
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Care and support for children and families living with life-threatening or life-limiting illness or disease * multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, child life therapists and spiritual advisors
Services include:
- pain and symptom assessment and management
- written Advance Directives
- connections to community palliative care agencies and services
- psychosocial support and written resources for patients, parents and siblings
- bereavement care
- assistance with creation of memories and legacy
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Fees:
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Most services covered by OHIP
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Application:
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Call for more information * medical referral required for most services
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children and families experiencing a life-threatening or life-limiting illness or disease
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpretation available upon request
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