Dryden District Senior Services - Patricia Gardens - Adult Day/Life Enrichment Program

Application

Requires referral through Ontario Health atHome - North West Area; call 807-223-5948
Intake assessment required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Focus is on seniors 60 years and older, but will accept individuals 18 years of age and older with one or more of the following:

Have chronic health conditions
Are socially isolated
Are at-risk for placement in long-term care
Need restorative or rehabilitative services
Have physical, emotional, or memory challenges
Have acquired brain injury

Fees

Program - Minimal fees on a drop-in or monthly basis

Languages

English

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Offers an adult activity centre for individuals living in their own home who have chronic health issues or little social contact due to isolation or memory loss

Provides respite for caregivers
Offers return transportation between home and centre
Provides a daily hot lunch and snacks
Loans out assistive technology for short-term use only such as walkers and raised toilet seats
Provides a monthly events calendar online or at office

Activities include:

Computer classes and instruction
Craft making sessions
Exercise programs
Guest speakers and entertainers
Information sessions on health and safety related topics (ie diabetes, fire safety)
Music sing-alongs
Outings to community events
Parties and social gatherings
Walking groups