Your Independence is Our Business

REMAINING INDEPENDENT IN MY HOME

Making my home safe and accessible

Needs assessment: self-care, meals, housekeeping, home maintenance, community accessSet up and coordination of services that maximize ability to live at home

and older is the fastest growing age group. Take proactive steps to stay independent. With age, required support increases and Indelife can help provide those supports where and when needed.

Nearly 100

grants are available for homeowners with disabilities in Canada for home renovations. We can help navigate options to take advantage of these programmes and support your independent living in your own home.

1 in 5

Canadians are having to care for both their children and aging parents while working. We can relieve some of that stress by coordinating services and support for elderly family members.

17%

of all people admitted to long-term care are assessed as having low needs. We can help assess your needs and provide support for remaining independent in the appropriate setting for your specific situation.

REMAINING INDEPENDENT IN MY HOME

Many older adults want to stay in their own homes as they get older but have concerns about getting around, safety, or other daily activities. Planning ahead can be hard to do however, our health care providers can assist you with this process. This can include assessing your home for safety and access, taking into consideration your mobility needs as you age. A few changes can make your home easier and safer to live in, while also reducing your risk of falls. We can also coordinate support services to help you with your personal care, housekeeping, outdoor maintenance, and/or meals. If you have difficulty leaving your home, we can coordinate companion care, transportation in the community, and help with errands. Our Indelife therapists are here to help you!

Focused on helping you when you need it most!

Here is how IndeLife can help with aging at home independently

In Home Assessment by an Occupational Therapist- we will provide you with recommendations to make simple adaptations to your home to improve your access and independence with daily activities. This might include suggestions for assistive devices, technology, and/or home modifications to help you remain as independent as possible.
Falls Prevention Education- we will provide you with education and helpful tips to minimize risk of falls in and around your home as you go about your daily activities.
Kitchen Safety Assessment- an Occupational Therapist will assess your ability manage cooking tasks and provide recommendations for adaptations, assistive devices, and/or support services to help you manage meal preparation and cleanup.
Cognitive Screen- An Occupational Therapist can administer a cognitive screen to evaluate your ability to manage simple daily tasks

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And We Will Coordinate Any Additional Services You May Require

Assess your needs for Support Services – Your IndeLife Occupational Therapist will evaluate your ability to manage your daily activities. Where appropriate, we can assist you with services set up and coordination from a companion to attend medical appointments, housekeeper, personal support worker, meal delivery, grocery delivery, and/or home maintenance services (e.g. landscaper).
Community Integration- your IndeLife Occupational Therapist can provide recommendations for recreational and leisure pursuits in your community and help you get involved. We can set up activities and provide support for as long as you require.

Contact Us For More Details and to Book an Appointment

Give us a call or fill our out online inquiry form and our Occupational Therapy team leader will contact you to get additional details and schedule an appointment at the place convenient for you.