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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR3154 | Last Full Update: 09 Sep 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | CCAC ; GAP ; LHIN ; RCC |
| Notes | |
| Public Comments | This site is temporarily closed |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Arnprior |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Elgin St W and Madawaska St |
| Mailing Address | c/o Champlain Community Care Access Centre 1100 Pembroke St E Pembroke, ON K8A 6Y7 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - Elevator |
| Parking | Pay parking lot |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Provides a comprehensive multidimensional screening assessment for seniors who are experiencing challenges related to the aging process * aims to improve quality of life * promote functional independence and autonomy * prevent or delay hospitalization/institutionalization (unless appropriate) * maintain seniors in their homes within a safe and supportive environment for as long as possible Consider a referral when: there is a recent sudden change in physical, mental or functional abilities, the reception of multiple medications and high risk drug side effects * major changes in support needs, caregiver stress, institutional placement being considered * safety concerns * increased use of health care services |
| Hours | By appointment only |
| Areas Served | Arnprior - and area |
| Eligibility | Individuals 65 years and older |
| Application | Family physician, family member, nurse practitioner can refer and a trained Geriatric assessor from the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) will visit the client in their home and complete an initial multi-dimensional screening assessment incorporating aspects of physical, functional abilities and environment * collaboration with the senior and family or caregiver helps identify needs and determine appropriate action An appointment will then be made to one of the clinics to be seen by a geriatrician only when the family physician refers to the Geriatric assessor |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Service - Covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) |
| Service Categories | Activities of Daily Living Assessment ~ Older Adults ; Geriatric Assessment ; Geriatric Medicine |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 310-2222 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-421-2222 |
| Fax | 613-745-6984 |
| Website | www.rgpeo.com |
| Other Details | |
| Funding | Provincial - Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Champlain Local health integration network (LHIN) |
| Resources | Website |