Community Home Support - Lanark County, Volunteer Hospice Visiting Service

Overview of Programs and Services

Age groups served

• Adults

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Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * referral to other community services

Diner’s Clubs – Group noon-time meal and social activities * special diet restrictions may be accommodated

Escorted Transportation – Non-emergency transportation to medical appointments

Foot Care Clinic – Basic foot care provided by a registered nurse

Frozen Meals – Delivery of frozen meal packages once per week

Home Help and Home Maintenance Brokerage – Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, pet care, errands, shopping, and meal preparation * Referrals to local services for snow removal/shoveling, yard work, window washing, house cleaning, grocery shopping, minor repairs

In-Home Respite – Respite provided by personal support workers to give the caregiver a break

Meals on Wheels – Hot and frozen meals delivered

Parkinson’s Support Group – Parkinson support group * meets monthly * opportunity for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners to share their experience and discover new resources

Volunteer Hospice Visiting Service – Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-threatening illness