ESS Support Services
General Information
Service Type
Support Groups
Program
Seniors services agency includes adult day services, caregiver support, information and referral, friendly visiting, telephone reassurance, assisted living services, in-home and overnight respite care services, seniors lunch program, exercise and falls prevention, transportation (participates in Toronto Ride and iRide), and volunteer opportunitiesAdult Day ServicesSupportive day program for older adults with memory-related impairments, see separate listingAssisted LivingAssistance with daily activities to support independent living for residents of Humbervale Place Seniors Residence, Central King Seniors Residence and Our Saviour Thistletown Lutheran LodgeCaregiver SupportMonthly support group for caregivers of person with a memory-related impairmentFriendly Visiting/Telephone ReassuranceWeekly conversational calls and security check-ins provided by volunteers by telephone or virtuallyHEARTS Caregiver ProgramEducational resources, wellness activities, support and community networking opportunities for adults 55 years and older caring for an adult child with developmental disabilitiesIn-home respite careAssistance with independent living and caregiver support, including bathing, grooming, meal preparation, laundry assistance, companionshipOvernight Respite (Caring Centre)Overnight respite for persons with memory-related impairments, chronic illness and physical disability, and extended short-term caregiver reliefSeniors Lunch ProgramCongregate dining with social and recreational activities at several locations Monday, Tuesday and Friday 11 am-2 pm; transportation available, call for detailsTransportationRound trip transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, community programs and some social activities; group trips also availableVolunteer OpportunitiesIncludes programs and services such as Adult Day Services, Seniors Lunch Program and Friendly Visiting/Telephone Reassurance