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Program: Outreach  
Organization: St Joseph's Health Care London
Parkwood Institute
Specialized Geriatric Services
Phone Numbers: 519-646-6100 ext 44028
Fax: 519-685-4020
Email: sgs@sjhc.london.on.ca
Website: www.sjhc.london.on.ca/specializedgeriatrics
Address:
Main Bldg
550 Wellington Rd
London, ON
N6C 0A7
Intersection: Wellington Rd and Commissioners Rd E
Location: London (South)
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:
  Intake
Mon8am-4pm
Tue8am-4pm
Wed8am-4pm
Thu8am-4pm
Fri8am-4pm

Service Description: Peer support groups, education, and training for family members, service providers, and caregivers * sessions may include information such as advanced directives and safety issues

Services include:
  • Southwestern Ontario Regional Geriatric Program
  • Southwestern Ontario Regional Psychogeriatric Program - Enhances the care of older adults who are challenged with mental health problems such as depression, psychotic disorders and dementia * program consists of a geriatric psychiatrist and clinical nurse specialist with expertise in mental health issues * services provided by the team include clinical consultation, education, and community development
  • Geriatric Mental Health Program - Psychiatry consultation, evaluation and medication services for older adults
  • Discharge Liaison Team - Support for inpatients with complex, yet stable mental health needs who no longer require specialized hospitalization as they transition from hospital to a long term care home
  • Third Age Outreach
  • Geriatric Resource Nurse Outreach Team - Seven RNs specializing in care of frail elderly * provide assessments and recommendations for patients in Huron, Perth, Grey, Bruce, Elgin and Oxford Counties

Fees: Free
Application: Call * no referral required
Eligibility / Target Population: Older adults and adults with disabilities, and their caregivers
Languages: English
Language Notes: Interpretation services available upon request
Area Served:
London and area  
See Also: Advance Care Planning
Caregiver Support Services

This information was last completely updated on July 5, 2023

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