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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: LON0846 | Last Modified: 21 May 2020 | Last Full Update: 12 May 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
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| Office Phone | 519-245-3170 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-265-7058 |
| Fax | 519-245-3164 |
| claire.crookshank@von.ca | |
| Website | www.vonme.ca |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible Adult Day Program - Adult day program * social, recreational, and therapeutic activities for older adults and adults with disabilities in a group setting for part of the day * helps to support family caregivers who provide day-to-day care Alzheimer and Dementia Services - Offers one-on-one support and education to people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia and their caregivers * available at the VON office during in-home visits, as well as through regular telephone contact Blood Pressure Clinic - Trained volunteers measure older adult's blood pressure and provide educational materials and information on how to be more heart-healthy Caregiver Support and Counselling - One-on-one support and monthly caregiver support groups for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia Caregiver Training, Information and Education - Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia * caregiver resource library available Congregate Dining - Group meals and social activities for older adults and adults with disabilities Cool-Aid - Clients receive assistance in completing medical information in a provided template, so it is accessible for emergency personnel in the event of an emergency Falls Prevention and Group Exercise Classes for Seniors - Group exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and people with mobility issues and chronic conditions * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls Home Help - Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, errands, shopping, meal planning and meal preparation * Home Help personnel visit weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or seasonally Hospice and Supportive Care - Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-threatening illness at any stage of illness from diagnosis on * bereavement support for anyone who has experienced the death of someone close Hospice Volunteer Visiting - Trained volunteers provide one-to-one support, companionship, and respite for caregivers, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-altering chronic or terminal illness Meals on Wheels - Volunteers deliver hot or frozen meals to clients to help meet their nutritional requirements * hot meals delivered at lunch * supper available in some locations Telephone Reassurance and Security Checks - Regular visits and phone calls to check on the health and safety of older adults and adults with a disability people who live alone * screened volunteers listen, talk, and help isolated people stay in contact with the outside world Transportation Services - Non-emergency transportation to local medical and non-medical appointments and regular activities such as shopping, errands, and social outings * volunteer drivers * wheelchair accessible and ambulatory transportation is available in Strathroy-Caradoc, Thames Centre, Aylmer, East Elgin, St Thomas and Central Elgin Volunteer Visiting - Regular volunteer visits to older adults aged 55 and older and people with disabilities * volunteer visitors are matched one to one with clients to provide companionship and support and may take place in-home or outside the home Services and Programs:
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| Hours | Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm |
| Areas Served | Middlesex County |
| Boundaries | Rural Middlesex and area |
| Eligibility | Older adults 55 and older * people with disabilities, who need physical, social, or emotional supports |
| Application | Call * no referral required |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Set fees for some programs |
| Agency Information | |
| Established | 1906 |
| Alternate Executive | Julie Johnsont, Senior Manager; Email: julie.johnston2@von.ca |
| Funding | Private ; Provincial - SWLHIN |
| Site Information | |
| Site Location | Strathroy |
| Located In Community | Strathroy |
| Address & Map | 274 Head St N Strathroy, ON N7G 4L7 |
| Intersection | Head St N and Kittridge Ave E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |