Links2Care - Care at Home for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities

Application

Call * no referral required

Eligibility / Target Population

Adults with a proven disability and those 65 years and older residing in Halton, Mississauga (except Malton) and South Etobicoke

Fees

Varies per program

Executives

Lisa Brading - Chief Executive Officer
905-844-0252 ext 101 * lbrading@links2care.ca
Carol Rinaldi - Director, In-Home Services
905-844-0252 ext 105 * crinaldi@links2care.ca

Contacts

Deirdre Hogan - Marketing and Communications Coordinator
905-873-6502 * dhogan@links2care.ca
Deborah McCarthy - Manager, In Home Services
dmccarthy@links2care.ca

Languages

English ; Dutch ; German ; Italian ; Portuguese ; Spanish

Area Served

Mississauga, Halton Region, and South Etobicoke

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

A charitable, not-for-profit, multi-service agency whose services help adults with a permanent disability and older adults live independently and safely in their homes * volunteer opportunities available

Services include:

Bathing assistance

provides one bath per week in the home at no cost to older adults or adults with disabilities to reduce the risk of a fall
service is provided by personal support worker (PSW) in the client's home

Home help

staff provide housekeeping in the clients' home including vacuuming, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, laundry and grocery shopping
companion/accompany to appointments via taxi/public transit (client covers cost)
program fee is geared to income

Friendly Visiting and Calling

a volunteer visits isolated or lonely seniors and adults with disabilities in their home to provide companionship and conversation
regular phone calls to older adults and people with disabilities who live alone, to check on their health and safety

Home Maintenance and Repair:

fee for service program provides qualified workers to do jobs inside and outside of the home
jobs may include installing grab bars, grass and yard maintenance, snow removal, painting, window washing or seasonal housekeeping, odd jobs, minor home repairs

Caregiver Recharge / Respite

relief for caregivers
delivers flexible options to informal caregivers, providing worry-free in home relief with peace of mind that their loved one is being well cared for
there are eligibility requirements to access this service that is provided at no cost
respite program not available in Burlington
to apply, visit the Caregiver Recharge Central Registry

Community Navigation

support older adults or adults with disabilities who may be at risk due to a critical or impending change in their life situation such as an upcoming eviction, facing homelessness, loss of financial income, or experiencing difficulties within their home setting such as abuse and isolation
Community Navigator will meet with people and/or caregivers to work to support achieving goals of financial stability, housing stability and linking to supports and services, completing required forms, etc.
provides in-home assessments to identify needs, facilitate access to information and community resources and develop short and long term plans
no cost for this service

Meals programs (available in Halton Hills only)

congregate dining * for older adults living in designated apartment buildings in Georgetown and Acton
Wheels to Meals * held twice a month at a local restaurant, church or community hall providing an opportunity for seniors to get out and socialize with friends
Meals on Ice * affordable frozen meals delivered by volunteers, or can be picked up at Links2Care offices
Meals on Wheels * meals are delivered by volunteers at lunchtime Mon through Fri

Services and Programs:

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