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Program:
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Adult Day Program
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Address:
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2022 Kains Rd
London, ON
N6K 0A8
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Intersection:
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Kains Rd and Commissioners Rd W
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Ceiling lift available in one washroom
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9:30am-3pm with option for extended hours at 7pm * Sat-Sun 9:30am-6:30m
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Executives:
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Magdalen Carter - Director
519-439-9336 ext 2343 * mcarter@alzheimeroutreach.org
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Contacts:
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Helen Jevnikar - Social Worker
519-439-9336 ext 2342 * hjevnikar@alzheimeroutreach.org
Dawn Smale - Social Worker
519-439-9336 ext 2553 * dsmale@alzheimeroutreach.org
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Service Description:
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Therapeutic, recreational programming for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in a secure environment * 55-60 spaces daily
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Magdalen Carter |
March 06, 2013 |
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| Additional Hours |
| 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 |
| Overnight Respite |
Five overnight respite beds available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights * clients not using the regular day programs can also be accommodated with certain conditions |
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| Specialization |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Special Diet |
Diabetic, puréed or vegetarian meals may be requested |
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| Health Care Assistance |
| Medication Assistance |
Registered nursing staff available from 8:30am-6pm 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 |
| Mobility Assistance |
Staff trained in falls prevention and transfers * clients are welcome to bring their mobility aids, such as canes, walkers and wheelchairs |
| 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 |
| Bathing |
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| Other |
| 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 |
| 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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Fees:
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Adult day program user fee (includes transportation): $25 * extended hours: additional $9 * bathing: $21 (only for day program clients in attendance) * shower: $10 (only for day program clients in attendance) * foot care: $21 * overnight respite: $17
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Application:
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Referral required * apply through the South West Community Care Access Centre
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Area(s) Served:
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London and Middlesex
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This information was last completely updated on 3/6/2013 |
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© 2013, SouthWesthealthline.ca
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