Ontario Health atHome - Port Hope

Application

Contact Central Intake at 1-800-263-3877 to request an assessment for services.
Waiting Period - No waiting period to make a new referral. Waiting periods for direct service vary depending on type of service required and priority need.

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Visiting services are available to residents of Ontario of any age who have a valid Ontario Health Insurance (OHIP) card. Further eligibility criteria will be assessed by a case manager during the intake process based on the full eligibility criteria as

Fees

Covered by OHIP

Languages

English

Language Note

French publications * French interpretation available upon request

Area(s) Served

Northumberland County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Care coordinators are responsible for assessing eligibility, determining service needs, developing service plans, authorizing provision of services, coordinating the delivery of multiple services and monitoring ongoing service needs for in-home and school support services. They also assist the client in planning for discharge when services are no longer required.

Care coordinators are also responsible for assisting ineligible clients to explore other options or services and making appropriate referrals to other services. The services provided through Ontario Health atHome may include:

personal support
nursing
physiotherapy
occupational therapy
speech-language therapy
social work
dietetic services
mental health services
case management/coordination
medical supplies and dressings
hospital sickroom equipment
laboratory and diagnostic services
determination for drug coverage under the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Plan
Determines eligibility for Adult Day Programs

In-Home Services