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Organization:
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Providence Health Services
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Service Description:
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Assistance with daily chores, such as laundry, light housekeeping, pet care, errands, shopping, and meal preparation * personal support workers visit weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or seasonally
Services include:
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Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): helping with tasks like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility to ensure comfort and dignity
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Support for Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs): providing help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, and medication reminders to make daily life easier
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Observation and Reporting: personal support workers monitor clients for any changes in condition or behavior, ensuring timely communication with healthcare professionals for the best care
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Basic Health Monitoring: Under the guidance of registered healthcare professionals, we take vital signs like temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure to keep health on track
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Application:
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Call * no referral required * in-home assessment required for service
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Older adults and adults with disabilities
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Area Served:
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Waterloo Region, Guelph and Wellington County areas
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