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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GBA2419 | Last Modified: 02 Aug 2019 | Last Full Update: 02 Aug 2019 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities to help them remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * Comprehensive community, health and in-home services are provided by nurses, personal support workers and volunteers Programs include: * Caregiver support circle - a free program for adult caregivers at home caring for another adult (family member or friend) in the Grey-Bruce area, see separate listing for details * Community Nursing - General nursing care including visiting and shift nursing * Includes assessment, treatment and education of wound and ostomy care, education for people with diabetes, pain and symptom management, palliative care, TB skin testing clinics * Various locations throughout Grey and Bruce, contact for details * 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 * See separate listing for details * Home At Last Program - Assists older adults returning home from a hospital stay * Supportive Care Program - Hospice Visiting Service - Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-limiting or life-threatening illness * Bereavement support for anyone who has experienced the death of someone close * Services can be provided at home, or in hospitals and long-term care homes * Palliative care education * Supports For Daily Living - Care for older adults with chronic illness or cognitive impairment who require assistance with independent living * Cool-Aid – free program for adults living with disabilities and seniors 55 plus, ensures medical information efficiently accessed in emergency situation * Joint program by VON Grey Bruce with Grey Bruce Paramedic Services |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * Service: Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Call * No referral required * For nursing services apply through the South West Local Health Integration Network - Home and Community Care at 1-800-811-5146 |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Call for information |
| Address and Location | |
| Site Location | satellite offices in Bruce and Grey, contact office for details |
| Located In Community | Owen Sound |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | 9th Ave E and 20th St E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-376-5895 ext 223 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-265-3138 ext 223 |
| After Hours Phone | Answering service |
| Fax | 519-376-8233 |
| von4you.GreyBruce@von.ca | |
| Website | www.von.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/VON-Grey-Bruce-863910157002202 |
| Primary Contact | Angela Campbell-Wyborn, Executive Assistant; Phone: ext 232; Email: angela.campbell@von.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Michelle Cliche, Program Coordinator; Phone: ext 247; Email: michelle.cliche@von.ca |
| Primary Executive | Debbie Taylor, Senior Manager; Email: debbie.taylor@von.ca |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 969 Owen Sound, ON N4K 6H6 |