VON Canada

Simcoe County Site, Barrie Office, Respite Care Program

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Record #: BAR0212 Last Modified: 02 May 2013 Last Full Update: 17 Jan 2013
Location, Telephone & Internet
Address14 Cedar Pointe Dr, Unit 1501
Barrie, ON L4N 5R7
 
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LocationBarrie
Address NotesHwy 400 and Dunlop St W
Office Phone705-737-5044 Ext 224
Toll Free PhoneSimcoe County 1-800-565-4145
After Hours Phone24hr answering service
Fax705-737-1903
Websitewww.von.ca
Contact Information
Primary ContactMichelle Reid, Program Coordinator, Respite Care; Email: michelle.reid@von.ca
Alternate ContactKari Rivest, Administrative Assistant, VON Canada. Simcoe County Site. Barrie Office; Phone: 705-737-5044 ext 222; Email: kari.rivest@von.ca
Primary ExecutiveUlla Rose, Site Manager, VON Canada. Simcoe County Site. Barrie Office; Phone: 705-737-5044 ext 226; Email: ulla.rose@von.ca
Description & Services
DescriptionProvides assessment, education, support and respite for caregivers as well as a standardized care plan for the individual with Alzheimer Disease and dementia * specially trained Respite Care-workers provide services to clients on a home visiting basis under the supervision of a Program Coordinator * caregivers utilizing the service will benefit from time away from care-giving, providing them with rest, and time to pursue social activities, etc 
 
VON Canada Simcoe County Branch is a member of the Staying Independent Falls Prevention Coalition (SIFPC)
HoursOffice Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * 24 hour In-Home Respite Program
DatesYear round
Areas ServedSimcoe County
EligibilityClients must have a diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease, or related dementia
ApplicationReferral-self and /or caregiver, CCAC, Physician, Veterans Affairs Canada, Hospital * In-home assessment
FeesService - Hourly rate based on ability to pay; must have valid Ontario Health Insurance card or pay full fee
LanguagesEnglish
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