Application
Although initial inquiry may come from patient/family member, the formal referral must come through a hospital professional such as a physician, social worker or nurse.
Waiting Period - Case management services are available prior to discharge from hospital
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Must be a resident of Ontario with a valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card. Must be a patient at the Ajax/Pickering Hospital. Further eligibility will be assessed upon initial intake according to the Long Term Care Act 1994 (see attached).
Fees
Covered by OHIP
Languages
English
Language Note
French publications * French interpretation available upon request
Area(s) Served
Durham Region
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Note
Ramp at main entrance.
Description of Services:
Provides in-home and information and referral services by case managers in the Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital.
The role of the hospital care coordinator is to assess and arrange for required Ontario Health atHome in-home care services upon discharge from hospital and to link patients to other useful community resources.
In-home services may include personal care, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech language therapy, dietetic services and social work services.
